14-Day Germany Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Muenster traveling west to Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Trier, Aachen, and Cologne

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 14-day road trip in Germany! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Muenster, Feldhausen, Bottrop, Gelsenkirchen, Dortmund, Nordkirchen, Bochum, Essen, Düsseldorf, Wuppertal, Solingen, Moers, Oberhausen, Duisburg, Bonn, Cochem, Trier, Völklingen, Saarbrücken, Koblenz, Keldung, Aachen, Brühl, Königswinter, Heisterbacherrott, and Cologne.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Germany. You will spend 2 nights in Muenster, 2 nights in Dortmund, 4 nights in Düsseldorf, 3 nights in Trier, 1 night in Aachen, and 1 night in Cologne. 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 Muenster, 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. Phantasialand and Cologne Cathedral are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Muenster, Feldhausen, Bottrop, Gelsenkirchen, Dortmund, Nordkirchen, Bochum, Essen, Düsseldorf, Wuppertal, Solingen, Moers, Oberhausen, Duisburg, Bonn, Cochem, Trier, Völklingen, Saarbrücken, Koblenz, Keldung, Aachen, Brühl, Königswinter, Heisterbacherrott, and Cologne, 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

  • Münster - Arrival day
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  • Kiepenkerl-Denkmal
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Welcome to Muenster, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Germany! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Muenster before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Muenster 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Muenster. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

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 Muenster, 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

  • Münster
  • Dortmund
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Drive 134 km, 2 hours 1 min

  • Movie Park Germany
  • Tetrahedron in Bottrop
  • Nordstern Park
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Dive into day 2 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Feldhausen, Bottrop, and Gelsenkirchen. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Dortmund, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Germany!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Dortmund
  • Münster
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Drive 162 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Botanical Garden of the Westphalian Wilhelm University of Münster
  • Schloss Nordkirchen
  • Westfalenpark
  • Rombergpark Botanical Garden
  • Dortmund Zoo
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Wake up to day 3 of your road trip in Germany. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Muenster, Nordkirchen, and Dortmund. With 1 night to stay in Dortmund, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Dortmund
  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 91 km, 2 hours

  • + Fossilium Bochum Zoo
  • German Mining Museum
  • UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein
  • LaserZone LaserTag Essen West - Borbeck
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in Germany. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Bochum and Essen. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Düsseldorf, where will spend 4 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Düsseldorf, 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 Düsseldorf's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Germany!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 203 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • Der Grüne Zoo Wuppertal
  • Burg Castle
  • Schlosspark
  • Gasometer Oberhausen
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Düsseldorf, where you have 3 nights left to stay.

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

Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf.

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 6

Day 6

  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 76 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
  • Duisburg Zoo
  • Tiger & Turtle
  • Rheinpromenade
  • Burgplatz
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On day 6 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Duisburg and Düsseldorf. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Düsseldorf, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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

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

Head back to your accommodation in Düsseldorf and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Germany.

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 39 km, 1 hour 17 min

  • Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
  • Nord Park
  • Japanese Garden
  • Hofgarten
  • Schloss Benrath
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You’ll stay in Düsseldorf 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 day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Düsseldorf's best restaurants.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Germany!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Dusseldorf
  • Trier
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Drive 268 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Rheinaue
  • Museum Koenig
  • House of the History of the Federal Republic of Germany
  • Cochem Castle
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Your itinerary for day 8 of your road trip in Germany includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Bonn and Cochem. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Trier, where you'll spend 3 nights.

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

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 Trier, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Trier
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Drive 213 km, 3 hours 1 min

  • Völklingen Ironworks
  • Saarbrücken Castle
  • Saar Historical Museum
  • Deutsch-Französischer Garten
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Greet day 9 of your road trip in Germany with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 2 nights to stay in Trier, 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 Völklingen and Saarbrücken.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Germany!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Trier
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Drive 284 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Emperor William Memorial at Deutsches Eck
  • Eltz Castle
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On day 10 of your road trip in Germany, you’ll start and end your day in Trier, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Trier, there’s no need to rush. Experience Koblenz and Keldung to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Trier
  • Aachen
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Drive 174 km, 2 hours 46 min

  • Porta Nigra
  • Trier Amphitheater
  • Carolus Thermen
  • Elisenbrunnen
  • Aachen Cathedral
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On day 11 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Trier and Aachen are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Aachen, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Aachen. 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 12

Day 12

  • Aachen
  • Cologne
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Drive 160 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Phantasialand
  • Brühl Castle
  • Schloss Drachenburg
  • Siebengebirge
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Germany, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Brühl, Königswinter, and Heisterbacherrott. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Cologne, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

Cologne 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 Cologne.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Cologne
  • Münster
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 23 min

  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Old Market
  • Cologne Chocolate Museum
  • Cologne Zoological Garden
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Cologne. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Muenster, 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 Muenster. Muenster offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Münster - Departure day
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  • Schlossplatz
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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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