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Munich, Germany
Start in Bavaria's capital — visit the Deutsches Museum for world-class engineering exhibits, then explore the Gothic Frauenkirche cathedral. Enjoy Weisswurst and a Mass of beer at the Hofbräuhaus in the evening.
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Füssen, Germany
Drive the scenic Romantic Road south to Füssen, gateway to Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles — two of Europe's most spectacular. The surrounding Alpine foothills offer stunning views and easy hiking trails.
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Innsbruck, Austria
Cross into Austria and discover Innsbruck nestled dramatically between towering Alpine peaks. Visit the Gothic Hofkirche and ride the Nordkette cable car straight from the city centre up into the mountains. The old town Altstadt is perfect for coffee and Tyrolean cuisine.
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Hallstatt, Austria
A stunning one-day stop at one of the world's most photogenic Alpine villages, perched on a crystal-clear lake. Explore the ancient salt mine — a feat of early engineering — and the charming lakeside promenade. Drive the Salzkammergut mountain roads for breathtaking scenery.
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Salzburg, Austria
Mozart's birthplace boasts the imposing Hohensalzburg fortress castle dominating the skyline, and the magnificent Salzburg Cathedral in the baroque old town. Sip coffee and eat Mozartkugel chocolates at Café Tomaselli, one of Austria's oldest coffeehouses.
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Berchtesgaden, Germany
A short scenic drive back into Germany rewards you with the breathtaking Königssee lake and Berchtesgaden National Park. Visit the historic salt mines and enjoy dramatic mountain driving on the Deutsche Alpenstrasse. The Eagle's Nest atop Kehlstein offers jaw-dropping Alpine panoramas.
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Vienna, Austria
End the trip in imperial Vienna, home to the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral and the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. The city's coffeehouse culture is UNESCO-listed — try a Melange and Sachertorte at Café Central. Don't miss the technical marvel of the Vienna Sewers and the engineering of the Ringstrasse boulevard.