6-Day Germany Road Trip from Düsseldorf traveling north to Hanover, Hamburg, and Muenster

Jan-Wellem-Reiterstandbild monument in Dusseldorf
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Hanover, 1 night in Hamburg, and 1 night in Münster, 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, Hanover, Hamburg, and Münster. We'll help you experience the best 6 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 Hanover Zoo and Miniatur Wunderland.

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 Elbe Philharmonic Hall to the breathtaking Elbe Tunnel and Planten un Blomen, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Heide Park and learn more about the unique Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Dusseldorf, Hanover, Hamburg, and Münster, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Duisburg - city in GermanyDuisburg
Beautiful view of Hamburg city center with town hall and Alster river, Germany.Hamburg / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of the city ,Rheinturm and Media Harbour district in Dusseldorf city in Germany.Dusseldorf / 2 nights
Münster - city in GermanyMünster / 1 night
Photo of panorama of New City Hall in Hannover in a beautiful summer day, Germany.Hanover / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Miniatur Wunderland (Miniature Wonderland), Hamburg, Germany.Miniatur Wunderland
Photo of iconic Elbphilharmonie concert hall landmark in Hamburg, Germany.Elbe Philharmonic Hall
photo of view of Heide Park, Soltau, Germany.Heide Park
Photo of Old Elbe tunnel in Hamburg, Germany, which connect St Pauli with the docks and shipyards of the Hamburg harbor.Elbe Tunnel
photo of view of Landschaftspark Duisburg Nord Industrial Culture Park Germany .Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
Planten un BlomenPlanten un Blomen
Duisburg ZooDuisburg Zoo
St. Pauli Piers
Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf, Stockum, Stadtbezirk 5, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyAquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
Schloss BenrathSchloss Benrath
photo of gasometer oberhausen germany .Gasometer
photo of view of traditional Sheepfold in Lueneburg Heath, Germany,Germany Germany.Lüneburg Heath Nature Park
photo of view of Nordkirchen moated castle in Germany, known as the Versailles of Westphalia, Nordkirchen, Germany.Schloss Nordkirchen
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
Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf, Carlstadt, Stadtbezirk 1, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyRheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf
Pietzmoor - Wanderweg

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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.

Locals recommend HeimWerk Altstadt as one of the best restaurants in the city of Düsseldorf. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,167 customers.

Düsseldorf also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Düsseldorf is Uerige. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,926 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Düsseldorf is Palito Restaurant Düsseldorf. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,493 customers.

Locals also enjoy Im Goldenen Kessel. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,336 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 – Hanover

Day 2

Day 2 – Hanover

  • Dusseldorf
  • Hanover
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Drive 300 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf
  • Nord Park
  • Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
  • Schloss Benrath
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Düsseldorf. 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 Düsseldorf’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Düsseldorf, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,645 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Nord Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,788 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf is an aquarium that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,994 visitors.

The lovely Schloss Benrath is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,447 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Düsseldorf 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.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Meteora. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,756 reviews.

The remarkable Al-dar is another top restaurant in Hanover we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,837 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pier 51 Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,154 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hanover, the fantastic Beef and Reef. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bavarium Hannover. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,434 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Dublin Inn. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,742 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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Day 3 – Bad Fallingbostel, Schneverdingen, Friedrichseck, and Hamburg

Day 3

Day 3 – Bad Fallingbostel, Schneverdingen, Friedrichseck, and Hamburg

  • Hamburg
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Drive 190 km, 2 hours 58 min

  • Heide Park
  • Pietzmoor - Wanderweg
  • Lüneburg Heath Nature Park
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Hanover and embark on a scenic drive to Hamburg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Hanover and Schneverdingen 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 Hanover. When you’re eager to explore the region and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Heide Park. This attraction is an amusement park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,695 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Pietzmoor - Wanderweg. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,571 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Hanover is the stunning Lüneburg Heath Nature Park. This naturpark and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,435 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bad Fallingbostel and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Schneverdingen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pietzmoor - Wanderweg. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,571 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Schneverdingen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Hamburg. When you arrive in Hamburg 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 estancia steaks. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,416 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Brücke 10. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,069 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Le Lion • Bar de Paris to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Hamburg, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Chug Club has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Skyline Bar 20up is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 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 – Muenster

Day 4

Day 4 – Muenster

  • Hamburg
  • Münster
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Drive 290 km, 3 hours 57 min

  • Planten un Blomen
  • Elbe Tunnel
  • St. Pauli Piers
  • Elbe Philharmonic Hall
  • Miniatur Wunderland
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Day 4 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 Hamburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Muenster. You will stay in Muenster for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hamburg is the amazing Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,402 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding St. Pauli Piers. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 visitors.

The spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating concert hall and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 86,083 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Namaste | Indisches Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Ackermann as one of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster. Restaurant Ackermann is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster is Altes Gasthaus Leve. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,404 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

Alternatively, Cavete Muenster is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Sterkrade, Nordkirchen, and Düsseldorf

Day 5

Day 5 – Sterkrade, Nordkirchen, and Düsseldorf

  • Duisburg
  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 149 km, 2 hours 48 min

  • Schloss Nordkirchen
  • Gasometer
  • Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
  • Duisburg Zoo
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Münster 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 Münster and Sterkrade 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 Münster. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,545 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Duisburg Zoo. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 20,891 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Duisburg and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Sterkrade has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Gasometer Oberhausen. This attraction is a gas holder that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,657 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Sterkrade, 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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like El Lazo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,155 customers.

Locals also recommend Konditorei Heinemann, another of the best restaurants in Düsseldorf. Konditorei Heinemann is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,103 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Dritan Alsela Coffee. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,093 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit o’reilly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Düsseldorf, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,111 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,604 customers.

Sausalitos Dusseldorf is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,447 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 6 – Düsseldorf - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Düsseldorf - departure day

  • Dusseldorf - Departure day
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  • Burgplatz
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Day 6 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Düsseldorf at Breidenbacher Hof Düsseldorf before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend bona'me Düsseldorf for your last chance at a meal in the city of Düsseldorf. The bona'me Düsseldorf restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,723 customers.

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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