3-Day Germany Road Trip in Dortmund

Dortmund city centre aerial panoramic view
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Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-day road trip through Germany.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Germany. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Dortmund, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Dortmund and Cologne. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Dortmund, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Germany, including the stunning Westfalenpark and Hörde.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Germany. From the magnificent Cologne Chocolate Museum to the breathtaking Old Market and Cologne Cathedral, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Dortmund and Cologne, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Germany. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Germany.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Germany.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Germany has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Germany. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Germany extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Dortmund city centre aerial panoramic view in Germany.Dortmund / 2 nights
Cologne Aerial view with trains move on a bridge over the Rhine River on which cargo barges and passenger ships ply. Majestic Cologne Cathedral in the background.Cologne

Map

Attractions

Photo of Cologne Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral in Cologne, Germany.Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Chocolate Museum, Altstadt-Süd, Innenstadt, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyCologne Chocolate Museum
Cologne Zoological Garden, Riehl, Nippes, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyCologne Zoological Garden
photo of view of Dortmund - city in Ruhrgebiet (Ruhr Metropolitan Region) in Germany. Rose garden in Westfalenpark.,Dortmund Germany.Westfalenpark
Old Market, Altstadt-Nord, Innenstadt, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyOld Market
Burg Hörde, Hörde, Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyHörde

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Flights

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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 - Dortmund - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Dortmund - arrival day

  • Dortmund - Arrival Day
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  • Westfalenpark
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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 Westfalenpark. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,264 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.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dortmund is Wenkers am Markt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

Locals also enjoy Atlantico Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in Germany!

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Experiences

Day 2 - Aachen and Dortmund

Day 2

Day 2 - Aachen and Dortmund

  • Cologne
  • Dortmund
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Drive 200 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Cologne Chocolate Museum
  • Old Market
  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Cologne Zoological Garden
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Dortmund, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Dortmund.

Today you'll explore the city of Aachen. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Cologne Chocolate Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 28,752 visitors.

Old Market is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Aachen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,413 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Aachen is Cologne Cathedral. Attracting 5,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Cologne Cathedral is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 57,506 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Germany to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Dortmund.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund, like Restaurant YUMINI. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,893 customers.

FOOD BROTHER is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Dortmund. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,283 customers.

Locals enjoy Pfefferkorn Dortmund Hoher Wall, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Dortmund. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Dortmund, Tapas & More. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Uncle Tom's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Kraftstoff is another of the best bars in the city of Dortmund. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Germany!

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Experiences

Day 3 - Dortmund - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 - Dortmund - departure day

  • Dortmund - Departure Day
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  • Hörde
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Day 3 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.

Hörde is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dortmund. This ortsteil and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 627 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 Wenkers am Markt before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Atlantico Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dortmund. The Atlantico Café restaurant has an average rating 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!

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