The "Romantic Road

   So since we discussed this "Romantic Road" this past week, I thought I'd do a little research on it, considering I had never heard of it before. To be honest, I was a little confused about what this road entailed. With that being said, maybe this post will offer some insight on those who were confused, too!

   The Romantic Road is the term for a theme route coined by travel agents in the 1950s to describe the 261 miles of highway in southern Germany, between Würzburg and Füssen. In medieval times, it used to be a trade route, connecting the center of Germany with the South. Today this region is thought by many international travelers to possess "quintessentially" German scenery and culture, specifically in towns and cities. The route is also known for passing a lot of castles, such as Burg Harburg and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. You can find unspoiled nature, picturesque towns with city walls, towers, and half-timbered houses, hidden monasteries, medieval castles, and romantic hotels!

The Romantic Road is marked with brown signs along the road, like this one which is given in both German and Japanese!

Bits of Information About the Romantic Road You'll Want to Know

• The Romantic Road is the most popular German scenic drive and can get very crowded in summer - maybe a better time to visit is fall, winter, or spring.
• Starting Point: Würzburg, 75 miles southeast of Frankfurt

• End Point: Füssen (Castle Neuschwanstein), 82 miles southwest of Munich
  
• Getting There: Fly to Frankfurt International Airport
  
• Getting Around: The best way to enjoy the Romantic Road is by car, and you can get a rental car at the Frankfurt Airport. Take the Autobahn to Würzburg, the starting point of the Romantic Road, and from there just follow the signposts for your route.
  
• You can also book pre-arranged packages and tour the Romantic Road on a bus.
  
• The Romantic Road is part of the list Top 10 Things to Do in Bavaria.
  
  

Map of the Romantic Road and the towns you'll visit!