One-Week Germany Road Trip from Muenster traveling south to Düsseldorf and Cologne

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

Muenster has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stadthafen. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,689 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 Muenster, Namaste | Indisches Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

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

Muenster also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Muenster is HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Muenster is Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

Locals also enjoy Cavete Muenster. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Germany!

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 Muenster. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Düsseldorf. You’ll stay in Düsseldorf for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Muenster’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Muenster, start your day with a visit to the amazing Schlossplatz. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,344 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Schloss Münster. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,054 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Botanical Garden of the Westphalian Wilhelm University of Münster to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Botanical Garden of the Westphalian Wilhelm University of Münster is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,644 visitors.

The lovely LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,522 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Münster lock. This attraction is a zwillingsschleuse rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 762 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Muenster has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Düsseldorf. Düsseldorf 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 Takumi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,216 reviews.

The remarkable BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf is another top restaurant in Düsseldorf we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Dusseldorf and embark on a scenic drive to Cologne, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Dusseldorf and Essen 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 Dusseldorf. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Schloss Benrath. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,447 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 11,994 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Dusseldorf is the stunning Hofgarten. This english garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,357 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Essen 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 Essen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,630 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Essen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cologne. When you arrive in Cologne 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 Craftbeer Corner Coeln. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,165 customers.

Locals also recommend Gruber's, another of the best restaurants in Cologne. Gruber's is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

After dinner, visit Toddy Tapper to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cologne, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Gilden im Zims is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Cologne, where you'll stay for 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,545 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Germany more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Germany’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Cologne.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Servus Colonia Alpina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,757 customers.

The Little Steakhouse is one of the top restaurants in the city of Cologne. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Cologne, Gaststätte Lommerzheim. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,487 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Cologne, we recommend the cocktails at Jameson Pub Cologne. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,308 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Cologne!

You still have 2 nights left in Cologne.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,012 visitors.

Deutsches Eck is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,451 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Maria Laach Abbey. This amazing attraction is a monastery and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,644 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Nürburgring. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,984 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 Cologne.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Cologne, Max Stark. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,193 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Cologne. You’ll stay in Cologne for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the CityClass Hotel Europa am Dom, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Cologne. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,095 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Cologne is the 5-star Hyatt Regency Cologne. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,197 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Cologne is the 3-star Motel One Köln-Neumarkt. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,207 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Cologne, like the outstanding Cologne Chocolate Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

Old Market is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Cologne. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,654 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Cologne is the extraordinary Cologne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral gets more than 5,000,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 68,667 reviews.

Come to Cologne prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Cologne.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne.

Locals recommend The Corkonian Irish pub, one of the best bars in the city of Cologne, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Cologne, Barney Vallely's. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 956 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

Day 7 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. 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 Düsseldorf is the amazing House of the History of the Federal Republic of Germany. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,357 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Rheinaue. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,075 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Düsseldorf is the outstanding Schloss Drachenburg. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,991 visitors.

The spectacular Gasometer Oberhausen is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating gas holder and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,657 visitors.

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 Kleiner Kiepenkerl, one of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,869 customers.

After dinner, visit Köpi Stuben | Gaststätte • Restaurant • Biergarten, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 608 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Muenster 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.

Kiepenkerl-Denkmal is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Muenster. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 385 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Muenster at Großer Kiepenkerl Gasthaus before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,701 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Feu - Der Flammkuchen in Münster for your last chance at a meal in the city of Muenster. The Le Feu - Der Flammkuchen in Münster restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,391 customers.

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