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Germany travel guide

With fairytale castles such as Neuschwanstein, timber-framed medieval towns like Münster and outstanding areas of natural beauty, Germany is a romantic’s dream.

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Aside from beer, lederhosen and other stereotypical images associated with Germany, Bavaria offers a wealth of beautiful scenery from crystal-clear lakes to dramatic Alpine peaks – get an eyeful of the Zugspitze, at 2,962m Germany’s tallest peak. Here, hikers, canoeists, paragliders and other adventurers are well-catered for.

And after a busy day they can relax in one of the region’s many spas. For a gentler pace, head to the Black Forest for leisurely cycles and strolls or take a cruise down the Rhine past postcard-pretty towns and vineyard-covered hills.

Then there are the cities – Berlin stands out, with its mix of grand culture and gritty recent history, plus buzzing nightlightlife and possibly Europe’s friendliest capital citizens.

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  1. Cycle Berlin’s Mauerweg route for fallen-wall nostalgia, historical insight and surprisingly idyllic countryside.
  2. Visit Schwansee (Swan Lake) – a nature reserve near Hohenschwangau, with fantastic views of Ludwig II’s fairytale castle, Schloss Neuschwanstein.
  3. Recreate the romantic age of steam on the Black Forest’s scenic Wutachtalbahn line.
  4. Hike in the Bavarian alps for Germany’s most striking views.
  5. Maroon yourself on Rügen – Germany’s largest island – a haven of sand beaches, chalk cliffs and art nouveau hotels on the Baltic Sea.
  6. Ride the Schwebebahn – and upside-down suspended monorail above the River Wupper in Wuppertal; in nearby Solingen you can ride the rails over the Müngsten Bridge, Germany’s highest railway bridge

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German punctuality is not a myth. Take care to arrive on time at restaurants and well in advance at bus stops. Since most Germans arrive at least 5-10 minutes early, buses in Germany are allowed to run ahead of schedule and often do if they have few passengers to pick up.

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