5-Day Germany road trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt and Koblenz

Jan-Wellem-Reiterstandbild monument in Dusseldorf
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Dusseldorf, 1 night in Frankfurt, and 1 night in Koblenz, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Koblenz, and Cologne. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Düsseldorf, 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 Deutsches Eck and Heidelberg Palace.

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 Technic Museum Speyer to the breathtaking Cologne Chocolate Museum 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 Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Koblenz, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of aerial view of the city ,Rheinturm and Media Harbour district in Dusseldorf city in Germany.Dusseldorf / 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
Koblenz - city in GermanyKoblenz / 1 night
Heidelberg - city in GermanyHeidelberg
Photo of historical city of Speyer, Germany.Speyer
Photo of beautiful aerial view of Frankfurt at sunset Germany financial district skyline.Frankfurt / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of the German theme park Phantasialand.Phantasialand
Photo of Cologne Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral in Cologne, Germany.Cologne Cathedral
Heidelberg Palace, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyHeidelberg Palace
Deutsches EckDeutsches Eck
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
Technic Museum Speyer, Speyer, Rhineland-Palatinate, GermanyTechnic Museum Speyer
Old Bridge Heidelberg, Neuenheim, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyOld Bridge Heidelberg
Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf, Stockum, Stadtbezirk 5, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyAquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
Schloss BenrathSchloss Benrath
Nord Park, Stockum, Stadtbezirk 5, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyNord Park
photo of view of Hofgarten, Düsseldorf, Germany.Hofgarten
Burgplatz, Altstadt, Stadtbezirk 1, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyBurgplatz
Japanese Garden, Stockum, Stadtbezirk 5, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyJapanese Garden
Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf, Carlstadt, Stadtbezirk 1, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyRheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf

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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Düsseldorf - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Düsseldorf - arrival day

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

Düsseldorf has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Hofgarten. This attraction is an english garden and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,357 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 Düsseldorf, Takumi. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,216 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Düsseldorf is BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 customers.

Düsseldorf also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Germany!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Düsseldorf and Frankfurt

Day 2

Day 2 – Düsseldorf and Frankfurt

  • Dusseldorf
  • Frankfurt
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Drive 238 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Japanese Garden
  • Nord Park
  • Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
  • Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf
  • Schloss Benrath
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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 Düsseldorf and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Frankfurt. You will stay in Frankfurt for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Düsseldorf is the amazing Japanese Garden. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,866 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Nord Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,788 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Düsseldorf is the outstanding Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,645 visitors.

The spectacular Schloss Benrath is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,447 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Düsseldorf 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 Frankfurt, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try African Queen Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Frankfurt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,731 customers.

After dinner, visit Der Fette Bulle, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Frankfurt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,097 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like o'reilly's Irish pubs. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,367 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Heidelberg, Mainz, and Koblenz

Day 3

Day 3 – Heidelberg, Mainz, and Koblenz

  • Koblenz
  • Heidelberg
  • Speyer
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Drive 297 km, 4 hours 2 min

  • Old Bridge Heidelberg
  • Heidelberg Palace
  • Technic Museum Speyer
  • Deutsches Eck
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Frankfurt and embark on a scenic drive to Koblenz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Frankfurt and Heidelberg 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 Frankfurt. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Römerberg. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,079 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Iron Footbridge. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,822 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Frankfurt is the stunning Palmengarten. This botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,771 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Old Bridge Heidelberg. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,247 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Heidelberg Palace. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,614 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Heidelberg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Koblenz. When you arrive in Koblenz 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 Pegelhaus. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 626 customers.

Locals also recommend Piper's Corner Celtic Irish Pub, another of the best restaurants in Koblenz. Piper's Corner Celtic Irish Pub is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Mephisto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 308 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Altes Brauhaus to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Koblenz, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Stattstrand Koblenz. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Stattstrand Koblenz has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.

Irish Pub Koblenz is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,130 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!

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Day 4 – Bergheim, Cologne, and Düsseldorf

Day 4

Day 4 – Bergheim, Cologne, and Düsseldorf

  • Cologne
  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 168 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Phantasialand
  • Cologne Chocolate Museum
  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Cologne Zoological Garden
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Koblenz and embark on a scenic drive to Düsseldorf, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Koblenz and Rhein-Erft-Kreis 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 Koblenz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Deutsches Eck. This attraction is a headland that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,451 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This attraction, a beloved fortress, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,012 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Koblenz is the stunning Schloss Koblenz. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,161 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Düsseldorf, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,604 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

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Day 5 – Düsseldorf - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Düsseldorf - departure day

  • Dusseldorf - Departure day
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  • Burgplatz
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Day 5 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Düsseldorf 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.

Burgplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Düsseldorf. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,458 visitors.

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

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

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