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Munich, Germany
Kick off the trip in Bavaria's capital. Visit the English Garden and ride the famous Rodelbahn at the Deutsches Museum area. Don't miss a cold Maß at the Hofbräuhaus before hitting the road south.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Home to Germany's highest peak, the Zugspitze — take the cogwheel train up for stunning views. The Ludwigsbahn Rodelbahn is a classic alpine toboggan run right in the area. Explore the charming painted Lüftlmalerei buildings in the old town.
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Innsbruck, Austria
A natural stop en route through the Austrian Alps. Ride the Nordkettenbahnen up for a dramatic alpine Rodelbahn descent on the Nordpark toboggan run. Stroll the medieval Altstadt and admire the famous Golden Roof.
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Zurich, Switzerland
Switzerland's vibrant largest city sits beautifully on Lake Zürich. Explore the cobblestone Altstadt and indulge in Swiss chocolate and fondue. A great base before heading into the heart of the Alps.
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Lucerne, Switzerland
Picturesque lakeside city with the iconic Chapel Bridge and stunning mountain backdrop. Take the cogwheel railway up Mount Rigi or Pilatus for epic views and alpine Rodelbahn runs. The old town waterfront is perfect for an evening stroll.
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Interlaken, Switzerland
The adventure capital of Switzerland, nestled between Lakes Thun and Brienz. Ride the Grindelwald First Flyer zip line and the thrilling First Glider, plus an excellent summer Rodelbahn on the slope. Jungfraujoch — Top of Europe — is a must-do day trip.
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Ljubljana, Slovenia
Slovenia's charming capital is a hidden gem with a car-free old town and vibrant café culture along the Ljubljanica River. Climb up to Ljubljana Castle for panoramic views over the city. A great gateway stop as you transition from the Alps into the Balkans.
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Zagreb, Croatia
Croatia's underrated capital has a fascinating Upper Town with winding streets, colorful rooftop tiles and the quirky Museum of Broken Relationships. Grab a coffee on Tkalčićeva Street like a true local. A relaxed stop before crossing into Bosnia.
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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The heart of Bosnia, where East truly meets West — the Ottoman Baščaršija bazaar blends seamlessly with Austro-Hungarian architecture. Try ćevapi with somun bread at a local ćevabdžinica for an authentic taste. The surrounding mountains offer hiking trails and bobsled runs from the 1984 Winter Olympics.
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Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Famous for the iconic Stari Most bridge, which brave divers leap from into the emerald Neretva River below. Wander through the cobblestone old bazaar and sip Bosnian coffee in a traditional han. A beautiful and emotional final destination to end this epic road trip.