Germany is a country where one-third of it is still covered in forests and woodland. This has such a fairytale fictional feel to it, that it has 2100 castles. In fact, the first book was printed in Germany. The Christmas tree tradition came from Germany. I cannot think of a better country to visit for a breathtaking experience as I write about most scenic destinations to visit in Germany.
The weather in Germany is pleasantly warm between May and September, which makes it the best time to visit here. The temperature around this time is usually anywhere in the 20s. The summer is the peak tourist spot and so is quite crowded.
1. The Romantic Road
The Romantic Road is a theme route and attracts a lot of tourism in the southern provinces of Bavaria. This was initially built in the desperate need of the country to promote tourism here again post-war times. The first few visitors were close to the American soldiers stationed in Bavaria and Baden-Wurttemberg.
It is named the Romantic roads because along it’s 354 km or 220 mile long trail, flowers are spread on the way by the homes built out of wood material, the vineyards, and the countryside around the grand Alps. If you plan to go in the winter, you will encounter Christmas lights all around, making the already scenic view even more beautiful.
Neuschwanstein Castle is a popular place to stop and absorb the beauty at. It was meant to capture the beauty of the medieval German castle. Nordligen runs through a picturesque rural Bavaria with scenic towns and incomplete timbered houses. Some of these houses are still surrounded by the ancient medieval walls, again presenting a breathtaking and historical view.
Wieskirche Pilgrimage Church is another place to stop at as it is one of the most popular rococo churches around the globe. It has also been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984.
2. Cologne
Cologne is a 2000-year-old city and has a landmark of High Gothic architecture. It is also widely popular for its historical collection of relics and the scenic views of the rivers. The university here is also one of the oldest and largest universities in Europe. Besides that, it is also quite affordable compared to most other German cities.
The main destination here is considered to be the Inner City, where the main business and shopping streets are located. There are also a lot of bridges to visit here built on the river at Cologne. Most of the area consists of woodland, lakes, and sports facilities. The floor of the Roman and Germanic museum has the mosaic of a banquet hall in a Roman villa. The complete city is overall rich in museums and galleries like the Wallraf Richartz and Ludwig museum complex. They consist of paintings from the medieval period to the contemporary period.
3. The Moselle Valley
The Moselle Valley is not exclusive to the country of Germany. It is located in southwestern Germany, northeastern France, and eastern Luxembourg. While it runs through these three countries, it drains Belgium. This whole place is so dreamy, it almost feels unreal. Beilstein’s river is a great place for simply strolling.
If it were up to me, I’d choose a spot to sit close to the river, grab a classic fiction and a refresher, and make a picnic out of it. The view is just gorgeous. Traben Trarbech is another place to not miss out on. It is a small town with the ruins of Grevenburg castle. It is a great place to explore too.
Trier is the oldest town in Germany at 1600 years old. Parts of the Cathedral of Saint Peter were reconstructed in the later years of its being built. It is also known as the Trier Dom, first being built. It consists of ruins of various picturesque Roman baths.
Stolfenzes Castle is among the most scenic places to visit here. It is surrounded by beautiful lush green bushes. It was most recently reconstructed in the 19th century. If a professional were to paint this scenery, I’m sure you’d want it on one of the walls at your house. Guided tours are arranged for tourists and the local public.
4. Berchtesgadener Land
Berchtesgadener Land, located in Bavaria, is the only mountain reserve in Germany, although the foothills area is in the lower areas. It is mainly known for its mountains and lakes. The best way to reach here is by train, which is both affordable and reasonably long and takes an hour from Salzburg. Berchtesgaden National Park is covered with the most beautiful features like valleys, pastureland, cliffs, and glaciers. The National Park administration offers quite a few guided walk tours.
The trails are well marked and you can find rare orchids, golden eagles, marmots, ibex, and chamois. In some of these tours, viewing marmot is almost guaranteed. Königssee, also known as the King’s Lake is the cleanest and clearest water body in Germany and is also the deepest lake of Bavaria.
Cruising through electric ferries is among the top activities here. The only place to view this site from land is Malerwinkel, also known as the Painter’s Corner. Private fishing is banned here, although it is possible some species of this lake in the inn on St Bartholomew’s peninsula.
5. Obersee Lake
Obersee is an emerald green natural lake situated in the extreme southeast in the Berchtesgadener Land. This place deserves to be mentioned separately, because it is impossible to describe its beauty briefly. It is located 30 kms from Salzburg and 75 kms from Hallstatt.
The waterfalls are the most beautiful in the summers, although the water remains cold. The forests look the best during Autumn when the orange shades start to show up. In the winters, most of the place is covered in snow and is a beautiful white colour.
To keep the water crystal clear, all the boat tours are done by electric boats only to avoid any pollution. Königssee lake is also a must-visit, which you will be able to see with Obersee lake according to the tour you choose to go with.
