14 days in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland) & Germany Itinerary
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Start: Chicago, United States
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Stresa, Italy
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Munich, Germany
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Schoenau am Koenigssee, Germany
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
— 2 nights
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Rothenburg, Germany
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Dresden, Germany
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Berlin, Germany
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End: Chicago, United States
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Stresa, Italy — 2 nights
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Stresa is a town and comune of about 5,000 residents on the shores of Lake Maggiore in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, about 90km northwest of Milan. On the 23rd (Thu), admire the striking features of Borromeo Palace, then shop like a local with Palazzo Borromeo, and then step into the grandiose world of Isola Bella. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Parco della Rocca Borromea, admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens Of Villa Taranto, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Isola Madre.
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Chicago, USA to Stresa is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 7 hours. Traveling from Chicago in September, expect slightly colder with lows of 55°F in Stresa. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Munich.
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Chicago, USA to Stresa is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 7 hours. Traveling from Chicago in September, expect slightly colder with lows of 55°F in Stresa. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Munich.
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Munich, Germany — 2 nights
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Village of a Million People
Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.Start off your visit on the 25th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter's Church, then don't miss a visit to Marienplatz, then sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, and finally admire the striking features of New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Sun): contemplate the long history of Nymphenburg Palace, steep yourself in history at Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, and then contemplate the waterfront views at English Garden.
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You can fly from Stresa to Munich in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, Munich is slightly colder than Stresa - with highs of 66°F and lows of 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can drive to Schoenau am Koenigssee.
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Schoenau am Koenigssee, Germany — 1 night
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On the 27th (Mon), get great views at The Eagle's Nest and then explore the activities along Konigssee.
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You can drive from Munich to Schoenau am Koenigssee in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in September, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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You can drive from Munich to Schoenau am Koenigssee in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 67°F in September, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany — 2 nights
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Nestled within the Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers a classic mountain feel along with world-class winter sports.On the 28th (Tue), explore the historical opulence of Schloss Linderhof, head outdoors with Zugspitzplatt, and then take in the awesome beauty at Zugspitze. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at Partnachklamm and then sample some tasty brews at All Things Garmisch - Day Tours.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Garmisch-Partenkirchen online trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Schoenau am Koenigssee to Garmisch-Partenkirchen in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In September in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Rothenburg.
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Rothenburg, Germany — 1 night
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Medieval Heart of Germany
An old imperial city, Rothenburg is the main tourist stop on the scenic Romantic Road of Bavaria.On the 30th (Thu), get a sense of history and politics at Stadt Rothenburg ob der Tauber, contemplate the long history of Gerlachschmiede, contemplate the long history of Town Walls, then take a stroll through Altstadt, and finally see the interesting displays at Medieval Crime Museum (Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum).
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You can drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rothenburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. In September, daytime highs in Rothenburg are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Dresden.
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Dresden, Germany — 2 nights
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Florence of the North
Dresden boasts a long history as a royal residence of many Saxon kings.Start off your visit on the 1st (Fri): admire the masterpieces at The Dresden Zwinger, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Frauenkirche Dresden, and then admire the masterpieces at Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister. Here are some ideas for day two: brush up on your military savvy at Museum of Military History, then examine the collection at Neues Grünes Gewölbe, then admire the striking features of Bruehlsche Terrasse, and finally don't miss a visit to Procession of Princes.
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Traveling by car from Rothenburg to Dresden takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Dresden can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to drive to Berlin.
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Berlin, Germany — 3 nights
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Athens of the Spree
The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Potsdamer Platz and Victory Column (Siegessaule). And it doesn't end there: pause for some photo ops at The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, get a sense of history and politics at Reichstag Building, admire the natural beauty at Großer Tiergarten, and make a trip to Gendarmenmarkt.
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Traveling by car from Dresden to Berlin takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can fly back home.
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Germany travel guide
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.
