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Munich, Bavaria and Germany as well as the neighboring regions in Austria and Switzerland have a considerable number of beautiful locations and interesting sites. Below I offer a very brief selection of sites to consider for a city tour, a Bavarian day tour or a multi-day trip into Austria or other regions of Germany.
Nymphenburg Palace is a famous baroque complex built in the late 17th century as a summer residence "beyond" the city limits of old-time Munich. The palace was built by a scholar of the architect who built the Versailles Palace. The prince-electoral Ferdinand Maria commissioned the palace as a gift to his wife Adelaide of Savoy. The occasion was to celebrate the birth of a long awaited heir. Its park displays a variety of water features receiving water through a canal from a river two kilometers away.
Neuschwanstein castle is one of Europe's most popular sites. The shy fairy-tale king Ludwig II. had it built in order to withdraw from public life. Its setting could not be more idyllic. You can reach this dream of a private refuge in less than 2 hours from Munich's city center after a drive through the beautiful Bavarian countryside.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a 12th century medieval city 2 hours away from the Munich airport. You will be enchanted by its fairy-tale character. The city invites you to take a walk on the ramparts of its ancient city walls still fully enclosing the city center or to take a break in one of its cafes enjoying the romantic atmosphere.
Hohensalzburg fortress is towering high above the silhouette of the city of Salzburg, Austria. For over 900 years it has dominated the city and is today one of the largest existing 11th century fortresses in Europe. After a ride up the funicular you can enjoy the magnificent 360° panorama view or tour its many sections and rooms. A 2-hour-ride through beautiful countryside gets you there.