11-Day Germany road trip from Dortmund to Bernkastel-Kues, Cologne, Hanover, and Berlin

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dortmund. You’ll stay in Dortmund for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Dortmund has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Hörde. This attraction is an ortsteil and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 693 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund, Restaurant Namu. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund is 60 Seconds to Napoli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,208 customers.

Locals recommend Zum Alten Markt as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,074 customers.

Dortmund also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dortmund is Strobels Dortmund. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,913 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Dortmund and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bernkastel-Kues. You will stay in Bernkastel-Kues for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dortmund is the amazing St. Reinoldi. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Rombergpark Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,382 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Dortmund by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bernkastel-Kues, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Zylinderhaus Museum für Oldtimer und Technik, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bernkastel-Kues. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,258 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Alt Bernkastel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bernkastel-Kues. Restaurant Alt Bernkastel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bernkastel-Kues is Burgruine Landshut. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,647 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Bernkastel-Kues and embark on a scenic drive to Cologne, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bernkastel-Kues and Rhineland-Palatinate before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Bernkastel-Kues. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Historische Bonbonmacherei. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 526 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mosel-Weinmuseum und Moselvinothek. This attraction, a beloved liquor store, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 320 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Nürburgring. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,984 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Eltz Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,689 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Deutsches Eck. This headland and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,451 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Rhineland-Palatinate, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cologne. When you arrive in Cologne you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Craftbeer Corner Coeln. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,165 customers.

Locals also recommend Gruber's, another of the best restaurants in Cologne. Gruber's is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

After dinner, visit Toddy Tapper to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cologne, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Gilden im Zims is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Germany, and look forward to more great days to come!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Cologne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hanover. You’ll stay in Hanover for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Cologne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cologne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cologne Chocolate Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cologne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 68,667 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Cologne Cathedral welcomes 5,000,000 visitors annually.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cologne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hanover. Hanover offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Hanover is the amazing Herrenhausen Gardens. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,891 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Hanover is another excellent way to spend your new day in Germany. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Germany’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Germany’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Germany’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Sanssouci for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Sanssouci Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,576 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Berlin.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

After dinner, visit LIMONADIER Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, BrewDog Berlin Mitte is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

On day 6 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,378 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,317 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,738 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Berlin, like the outstanding Potsdamer Platz. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

Topography of Terror is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a military museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Checkpoint Charlie. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 81,962 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexanderplatz. Around 210,891 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Come to Berlin prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Berlin.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin.

Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin, KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe is also one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Berlin by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Berlin. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Berlin, like the extraordinary Siegessäule. This attraction is a victory column and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Großer Tiergarten. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This holocaust memorial is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Berlin on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Germany, be sure to eat at Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat is one of the best bars in the city of Berlin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Mikkeller Berlin is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Berlin!

Day 8 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Berlin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hamburg. You will stay in Hamburg for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Berlin is the amazing Berlin Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Pergamon Museum. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,276 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Pergamon Museum welcomes around 1,298,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Berlin Wall Memorial. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

The spectacular Charlottenburg Palace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 25,430 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Berlin by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Hamburg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try estancia steaks, one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Locals also recommend Hanoi Deli Rathaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. Hanoi Deli Rathaus is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Lion • Bar de Paris, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Chug Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Alternatively, Skyline Bar 20up is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

On day 9 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Holiday Inn Hamburg - Berliner Tor, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,801 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star HYPERION Hotel Hamburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 12,777 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star Prizeotel Hamburg St Pauli. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,737 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 76,719 visitors.

Miniatur Wunderland is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 86,083 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary St. Michael's Church. This church is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,893 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Elbe Tunnel. Around 34,402 visitors have given this road tunnel an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic St. Pauli Piers. St. Pauli Piers is a popular top-tier point of interest, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 travelers.

Come to Hamburg prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Hamburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Heimathafen, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,912 customers.

Locals recommend NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe, one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

You’ll stay in Dortmund for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Chilehaus. This excellent attraction is an office building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,313 visitors.

Around 11,044 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Planten un Blomen. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Borsteler Schweiz for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dortmund.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund, Restaurant YUMINI. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,893 customers.

Locals recommend FOOD BROTHER as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. FOOD BROTHER is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,283 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund is Pfefferkorn Dortmund Hoher Wall. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dortmund, Wenkers am Markt. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Tapas & More. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

Uncle Tom's is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Dortmund. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!

Day 11 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dortmund before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Westfalenpark is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dortmund. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,013 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Dortmund and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dortmund at Atlantico Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Dortmund. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!