14-Day Germany Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Leipzig traveling north to Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen, and Hanover

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 14-day road trip through Germany. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Germany. You will spend 3 nights in Leipzig, 2 nights in Dresden, 3 nights in Berlin, 2 nights in Hamburg, 1 night in Bremen, and 2 nights in Hanover. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Germany. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Leipzig, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Germany on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Germany. Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Leipzig, Dresden, Wehlen, Königstein, Hohnstein, Berlin, Potsdam, Hamburg, Bremen, Hanover, Goslar, and Eisenach, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.

Throughout your road trip in Germany, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Germany.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Germany fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Germany today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Leipzig - Arrival day
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  • Marktplatz Leipzig
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Welcome to Leipzig, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Germany! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Leipzig before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Leipzig is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Leipzig. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Germany. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Leipzig, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 14-day road trip in Germany!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Leipzig
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Drive 13 km, 47 min

  • Monument to the Battle of the Nations
  • Leipzig Panometer
  • Gedenkstätte Museum in der "Runden Ecke"
  • St. Nicholas Church
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You’ll stay in Leipzig for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Germany. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Leipzig. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Germany!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Leipzig
  • Dresden
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Drive 122 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Zwinger
  • Semperoper
  • Brühl's Terrace
  • Frauenkirche, Dresden
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Dive into day 3 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Dresden. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Dresden, where you'll spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Dresden. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Dresden's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Germany!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Dresden
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 21 min

  • Freibad Stadt Wehlen
  • Königstein Fortress
  • Hocksteinaussicht
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Dresden, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Dresden.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Dresden, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Germany!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Dresden
  • Berlin
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • East Side Gallery
  • Alexanderplatz
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On day 5 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Berlin are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Berlin, where you will stay for 3 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Berlin, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Berlin is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Berlin.

Say good night to Berlin and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Germany!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Berlin
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Drive 10 km, 47 min

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
  • Kurfürstendamm
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Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Berlin.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Germany. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Berlin's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Germany!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Berlin
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Drive 73 km, 2 hours 21 min

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Sanssouci Palace
  • Sanssouci Park
  • Neues Palais in Potsdam
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Berlin, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Potsdam.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Berlin and your accommodation.

Berlin is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Berlin.

Say good night to Berlin and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Germany!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Berlin
  • Hamburg
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 46 min

  • Elbphilharmonie
  • Miniatur Wunderland
  • Hamburg Dungeon
  • St Michael's Church
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 8 of your road trip in Germany. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Hamburg. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Hamburg, where will spend 2 nights.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Berlin.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Hamburg. Hamburg offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Hamburg. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Germany.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Hamburg
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 13 min

  • St. Pauli Piers
  • Elbe Tunnel
  • Planten un Blomen
  • Tierpark Hagenbeck
  • Stadtpark
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Day 9 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Leipzig. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Germany. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Hamburg, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Say good night to Hamburg and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Germany!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Hamburg
  • Bremen
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Drive 120 km, 1 hour 33 min

  • Schnoor
  • Bremen Cathedral
  • Town Musicians of Bremen
  • Bremen Roland
  • Bremen
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in Germany includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Bremen. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bremen, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Bremen. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bremen, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Bremen
  • Hanover
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Drive 140 km, 2 hours 8 min

  • Herrenhäuser Gärten
  • Hanover Zoo
  • Market Church Hannover
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On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Germany, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Hanover. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Hanover, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Hanover, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Hanover's best restaurants.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Germany.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Hanover
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Drive 180 km, 2 hours 30 min

  • Imperial Palace of Goslar
  • Large Holy Cross
  • Market Square
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Greet day 12 of your road trip in Germany with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Hanover, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Goslar.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Hanover.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Hanover's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Germany.

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Hanover
  • Leipzig
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Drive 421 km, 5 hours 33 min

  • St George's Fountain
  • Lutherhaus Eisenach
  • Wartburg Castle
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Eisenach. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Leipzig, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Leipzig. Leipzig offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Leipzig. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Germany.

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Leipzig - Departure day
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  • Mendebrunnen
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Day 14 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Germany!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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