7-Day Germany Road Trip from Mannheim to Mainz, Stuttgart, Ludwigsburg & Frankfurt

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Starts in
Mannheim
Ends in
Mannheim
Duration
7 days & 6 nights
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All year
Hotel
6 nights included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Mainz, 2 nights in Stuttgart, and 2 nights in Frankfurt, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Mainz, Stuttgart, Ludwigsburg, and Frankfurt.

We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Germany you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Mannheim, 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 Porta Nigra.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the region of Mainz, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 3-star sander Hotel. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights, such as the magnificent Technic Museum Speyer in the city of Mainz. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Eltz Castle and Cochem Castle.

From the spectacular Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in the city of Mainz to the unforgettable Frankfurt Cathedral in the city of Frankfurt, you'll experience the best the area has to offer on your self-drive road trip through 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.

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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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

6 nights hotel
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Rhineland-Palatinate - state in GermanyRhineland-Palatinate
Baden-Württemberg - region in GermanyBaden-Württemberg
Frankfurt - city in GermanyFrankfurt

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Attractions

Killesberg Tower, Killesberg, Stuttgart-Nord, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyKillesberg Tower
Staatsgalerie StuttgartStaatsgalerie Stuttgart
Naturmuseum Senckenberg, Westend Süd, Innenstadt 2, Frankfurt, Hesse, GermanySenckenberg Museum
Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg hill, Rotenberg, Untertürkheim, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, GermanySepulchral Chapel on Württemberg hill
Porsche MuseumPorsche Museum
Städel MuseumStädel Museum
Schlossplatz, Oberer Schlossgarten, Stuttgart-Mitte, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, GermanySchloßplatz
Frankfurt Cathedral MuseumFrankfurt Cathedral
Eltz CastleEltz Castle
Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt, R-62400, R-51477, R-62650Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt
Technic Museum Speyer, Speyer, Rhineland-Palatinate, GermanyTechnic Museum Speyer
Heidelberg ZooHeidelberg Zoo
Lohr Park
Mercedes-Benz MuseumMercedes-Benz Museum
Ludwigsburg Residential Palace, Ludwigsburg-Mitte, Ludwigsburg, Landkreis Ludwigsburg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyLudwigsburg Residential Palace
Cochem CastleReichsburg Cochem
Ehrenbreitstein FortressEhrenbreitstein Fortress
Stuttgart TV Tower, Waldau, Degerloch, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyStuttgart TV Tower
Porta NigraPorta Nigra
WilhelmaWilhelma
Nizza, R-62400, R-51477, R-62650Nizza
Deutsches EckDeutsches Eck
Old Bridge Heidelberg, Neuenheim, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyOld Bridge Heidelberg
Heidelberger Marktplatz, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyHeidelberger Marktplatz
Heidelberg Palace, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyHeidelberg Palace
Römerberg, Altstadt, Innenstadt 1, Frankfurt, Hesse, GermanyRömerberg
Iron Footbridge
Alte OperAlte Oper
PalmengartenPalmengarten

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 7

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Day 1 in Mannheim and Rhineland-Palatinate - Arrival Day

Day 1

Day 1 in Mannheim and Rhineland-Palatinate - Arrival Day

  • Rhineland-Palatinate - Arrival Day
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Your amazing road trip adventure in Germany begins when you reach the incredible region of Rhineland-Palatinate. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the region of Rhineland-Palatinate is the Wyndham Garden Lahnstein Koblenz. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 2,091 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Bremerhof. This apartment has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,264 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the region of Rhineland-Palatinate, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Rhineland-Palatinate has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate, Flieten Franz. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is Berg Athos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Locals recommend Altes Brauhaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.

Rhineland-Palatinate also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is Altes Brauhaus. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is Rheinstrand Mainz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,360 customers.

Locals also enjoy Strandbar 443. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,932 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 in Heidelberg and Günzburg

Day 2

Day 2 in Heidelberg and Günzburg

  • Heidelberg
  • Baden-Württemberg
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  • Neckarwiese (Heidelberg)
  • Old Bridge Heidelberg
  • Heidelberger Marktplatz
  • Heidelberg Palace
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Neckarwiese, Old Bridge Heidelberg, Heidelberger Marktplatz, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Heidelberg is the amazing Neckarwiese. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,157 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Old Bridge Heidelberg. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,377 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Heidelberg is the outstanding Heidelberger Marktplatz.

Heidelberg Palace is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Heidelberg. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,315 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Günzburg, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Günzburg is the 3-star Axxe Motel Leipheim Sud. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,509 guests.

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Day 3 in Munich and Pegnitz

Day 3

Day 3 in Munich and Pegnitz

  • Munich
  • Baden-Württemberg
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  • Allianz Arena
  • Olympiapark
  • Marienplatz
  • Victuals Market
  • English Garden
  • Europa-Park
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Day 3 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Allianz Arena, Olympiapark München, Marienplatz, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Munich is the amazing Allianz Arena. This attraction is an association football venue and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 55,720 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible olympic park, Olympiapark München. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 54,515 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Munich is the outstanding Marienplatz. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 93,006 visitors.

Victuals Market is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Munich. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 51,795 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic English Garden. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,555 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bayreuth, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bayreuth is the 3-star Burg Rabenstein. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,549 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try E-Fun-Park Pottenstein, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bayreuth. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

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Day 4 in Berlin

Day 4

Day 4 in Berlin

  • Berlin
  • Munich
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  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Gendarmenmarkt
  • Alexanderplatz
  • East Side Gallery
  • Marienplatz
  • Victuals Market
  • English Garden
  • Olympiapark
  • Allianz Arena
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Potsdamer Platz, Gendarmenmarkt, Alexanderplatz, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Berlin is the amazing Potsdamer Platz. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 49,752 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Gendarmenmarkt. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,962 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Berlin is the outstanding Alexanderplatz. This square has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 178,699 visitors.

East Side Gallery is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Berlin. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,902 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Berlin, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Berlin is the 4-star Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 15,526 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Berlin. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,657 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hampton by Hilton Berlin City Centre Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,693 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Maximilians Berlin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Locals also recommend Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

After dinner, visit LIMONADIER Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, BrewDog Berlin Mitte is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

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Day 5 in Berlin and Göttingen

Day 5

Day 5 in Berlin and Göttingen

  • Berlin
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  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Großer Tiergarten
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
  • Alexanderplatz
  • More

Day 5 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Brandenburg Gate, Großer Tiergarten, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Berlin is the amazing Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This attraction is a holocaust memorial and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,256 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible triumphal arch, Brandenburg Gate. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 133,745 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this famous attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Berlin is the outstanding Großer Tiergarten. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,341 visitors.

Berlin Zoological Garden is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Berlin. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 51,995 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Göttingen, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Göttingen is the 4-star Maritim Hotel Stuttgart. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,496 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Le Meridien Stuttgart is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Göttingen. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,484 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Autobahnrasthaus und Motel Baden-Baden. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 1,289 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kartoffelhaus, one of the best restaurants in the city of Göttingen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,946 customers.

Locals also recommend Nudelhaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Göttingen. Nudelhaus is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,454 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Göttingen is burgeria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 862 customers.

After dinner, visit NAUTIBAR, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Göttingen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 777 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like amavi PURE - MNG GmbH. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

Alternatively, Bar + Cafe Esprit owner Robert Vogel e. K. Is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Göttingen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

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Day 6 in Kassel, Frankfurt, and Rhineland-Palatinate

Day 6

Day 6 in Kassel, Frankfurt, and Rhineland-Palatinate

  • Frankfurt
  • Kassel
  • Rhineland-Palatinate
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  • Hercules monument, Kassel
  • Römerberg
  • Iron Footbridge
  • Alte Oper
  • Palmengarten
  • More

Day 6 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Kassel is the amazing Hercules monument. This attraction is a monument and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,948 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Römerberg in the region of Frankfurt for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,301 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Frankfurt is the outstanding Iron Footbridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,950 visitors, this top sight deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Alte Oper in the region of Frankfurt. This attraction, a stunning concert hall, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,357 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Palmengarten. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,083 visitors, this is one attraction many travelers highly recommend.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate.

One of the best apartment options in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is the 3-star apartment Bremerhof. This apartment has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,264 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Wyndham Garden Lahnstein Koblenz is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This hotel is rated an average of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 2,091 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Osteria, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,572 customers.

Locals also recommend El Burro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. El Burro is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,168 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is Zylinderhaus Museum für Oldtimer und Technik. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,222 customers.

After dinner, visit Stadtbalkon, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,415 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Stattstrand Koblenz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.

Alternatively, Irish Pub Koblenz is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,130 customers.

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Day 7 in Rhineland-Palatinate and Mannheim - Departure Day

Day 7

Day 7 in Rhineland-Palatinate and Mannheim - Departure Day

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Day 7 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rhineland-Palatinate 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.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the region of Rhineland-Palatinate before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to Germany and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Germany!

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