40 days in Germany Itinerary
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Start: Sao Paulo
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Munich
— 5 nights
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen
— 3 nights
Train to Munich, Fly to Dresden
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Dresden
— 5 nights
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Berlin
— 6 nights
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Hamburg
— 5 nights
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Nuremberg
— 3 nights
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Rothenburg
— 4 nights
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Trier
— 3 nights
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Heidelberg
— 5 nights
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End: Sao Paulo
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Munich — 5 nights
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Village of a Million People
Shop till you drop at Viktualienmarkt and Bavarian Outfitters. Appreciate the collections at Alte Pinakothek and Deutsches Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site (in Dachau), Herrenchiemsee New Palace (in Herreninsel) and Andechs Monastery (in Andechs). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Church, ponder the world of politics at New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus), see the interesting displays at BMW Welt, and take in the exciting artwork at Schack-Galerie.
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Sao Paulo, Brazil to Munich is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 4 hour difference. Traveling from Sao Paulo in February, things will get much colder in Munich: highs are around 40°F and lows about 27°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Sao Paulo, Brazil to Munich is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 4 hour difference. Traveling from Sao Paulo in February, things will get much colder in Munich: highs are around 40°F and lows about 27°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen — 3 nights
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You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Zugspitze and Partnachklamm. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Schloss Linderhof and Schloss Hohenschwangau. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Pilgrimage Church of Wies (in Steingaden), Breitachklamm (in Tiefenbach) and Fussen (Benediktinerkloster St. Mang & Altstadt von Fuessen). Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Schloss Neuschwanstein and take in the spiritual surroundings of Ettal Abbey.
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Traveling by car from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In February in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, expect temperatures between 45°F during the day and 28°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to travel to Dresden.
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Traveling by car from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In February in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, expect temperatures between 45°F during the day and 28°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to travel to Dresden.
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Dresden — 5 nights
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Florence of the North
Step off the beaten path and head to Schloss & Park Pillnitz and Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister. Get some historical perspective at The Dresden Zwinger and Kunsthofpassage. Change things up with these side-trips from Dresden: Lautergold (in Lauter-Bernsbach) and Leipzig (St. Thomas Church, Hauptbahnhof Leipzig, &more). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Neues Grünes Gewölbe, browse the exhibits of Royal Palace (Residenzschloss), visit Neustadt, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Frauenkirche Dresden.
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Getting from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Dresden by combination of train and flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. When traveling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen in February, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Dresden: temperatures range from 40°F by day to 29°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car to Berlin.
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Getting from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Dresden by combination of train and flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. When traveling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen in February, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Dresden: temperatures range from 40°F by day to 29°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car to Berlin.
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Berlin — 6 nights
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Athens of the Spree
Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church will appeal to history buffs. Discover out-of-the-way places like Mall of Berlin and Potsdamer Platz. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Pergamonmuseum, take a stroll through Mitte, examine the collection at Topography of Terror, and browse the different shops at Die Hackeschen Hoefe.
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You can drive from Dresden to Berlin in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the train to Hamburg.
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You can drive from Dresden to Berlin in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the train to Hamburg.
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Hamburg — 5 nights
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Gateway to the World
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Sankt Peter Ording Beach and St. Michael's Church. Get outdoors at Travemunde and Port of Hamburg. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Hamburg: Sandra Wagner Yoga (in Sankt Peter-Ording) and Lubeck (Lubeck Altstadt (Lubeck Oldtown) & Holstentor). The adventure continues: browse the exhibits of Miniatur Wunderland, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, get to know the fascinating history of Alter Elbtunnel, and explore the world behind art at Kunsthalle Hamburg.
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Traveling by train from Berlin to Hamburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 47°F in March, and nighttime lows around 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Nuremberg.
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Traveling by train from Berlin to Hamburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 47°F in March, and nighttime lows around 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Nuremberg.
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Nuremberg — 3 nights
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Gingerbread Capital of the World
Step off the beaten path and head to Bamberg Altstadt and Altes Rathaus. Get some historical perspective at St. Sebaldus Church and Albrecht Durer's House. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Reichsparteigelande (Nazi Party Rally Grounds), admire the masterpieces at Germanisches Nationalmuseum, examine the collection at Dokumentationszentrum Reichsparteitagsgelände, and look for gifts at Kase-Ecke Waltmann.
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You can fly from Hamburg to Nuremberg in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 31°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can drive to Rothenburg.
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You can fly from Hamburg to Nuremberg in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 31°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can drive to Rothenburg.
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Rothenburg — 4 nights
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Medieval Heart of Germany
Altstadt and Town Walls will appeal to history buffs. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Kathe Wohlfahrts Weihnachtsdorf and Fortress Marienberg. Venture out of the city with trips to Wurzburg (Wallfahrtskirche Kappele – Kapuzinerkloster, Würzburg Residence, &more). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Medieval Crime Museum (Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Jakobskirche, steep yourself in history at Siebers Tower, and walk around Burggarten.
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Getting from Nuremberg to Rothenburg by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daytime highs in Rothenburg are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Trier.
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Getting from Nuremberg to Rothenburg by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In March, daytime highs in Rothenburg are 48°F, while nighttime lows are 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Trier.
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Trier — 3 nights
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Oldest City in Germany
Head to Hauptmarkt and Jobelius Spirituosenfor plenty of shopping. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Porta Nigra and St. Peter's Cathedral (Dom). Change things up with these side-trips from Trier: Eltz Castle (in Wierschem) and Reichsburg Cochem (in Cochem). Next up on the itinerary: get to know the fascinating history of Kornmarkt, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Paulin-Kirche, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Gangolf's Church, and delve into the distant past at Kaiserthermen.
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Traveling by car from Rothenburg to Trier takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train, flight, and bus. In March in Trier, expect temperatures between 49°F during the day and 34°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Heidelberg.
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Traveling by car from Rothenburg to Trier takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train, flight, and bus. In March in Trier, expect temperatures between 49°F during the day and 34°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Heidelberg.
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Heidelberg — 5 nights
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City of Romanticism
Get some historical perspective at Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus) and Schloss Heidelberg. Step off the beaten path and head to Altstadt (Old Town) and Goethe House. Get out of town with these interesting Heidelberg side-trips: Der Kaffeeladen & Die Schokoladenwerkstatt (in Mannheim), Baden-Baden (Faberge Museum, Museum Frieder Burda, &more) and Stuttgart (Palace Square, Mercedes-Benz Museum, &more). There's still lots to do: buy something for everyone on your list at Bauernmarkt Konstablerwache and hunt for treasures at Bornheimer Wochenmarkt.
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Traveling by car from Trier to Heidelberg takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Trier, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Heidelberg, ranging from highs of 37°F to lows of 31°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Traveling by car from Trier to Heidelberg takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Trier, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Heidelberg, ranging from highs of 37°F to lows of 31°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Germany is the home of high culture, fine art, classical music, world-class sports, award-winning cuisine--and some of the world's best beers. It's also one of the major economic and political powers of the European continent. One of the founding members of the European Union, Germany is a federation of 16 states. Each boasts its own distinct culture, art, cuisine, regional traditions, and array of things to do. The country is known worldwide for its precision engineering and high-tech products. Equally, though, Germany is admired for its old-world charm and what is locally known as gemutlichkeit (coziness). This is one of the easiest countries in the world to explore, offering an abundance of sightseeing opportunities. German transportation runs with German efficiency. Therefore, getting around the various regions is almost always easy, quick, and pleasant. Visit the cities to explore museums, art galleries, modern restaurants, and trendy shops. Also be sure to venture deeper into the countryside. Here, you can discover ancient castles and bustling little villages. Often in these off-the-beaten-path areas, the main tourist attraction remains the simple hospitality of the friendly locals.
