9-Day Germany Road Trip from Westerland to Northern Friesland, Walsrode, Cologne & Mainz

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Starts in
Westerland
Ends in
Westerland
Duration
9 days & 8 nights
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Hotel
8 nights included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 9-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 Northern Friesland, 1 night in Walsrode, 1 night in Mainz, 1 night in Stuttgart, 1 night in Munich, 1 night in Pegnitz, and 1 night in Berlin, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Northern Friesland, Walsrode, Cologne, Mainz, Stuttgart, Munich, Pegnitz, and Berlin.

We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Germany you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Westerland, 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 West Coast Park & Robbarium and Husumer Hafen.

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 Northern Friesland, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 3-star StrandGut Resort. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 5-star A-ROSA Sylt. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Strandhotel Dagebull. 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 Westerheversand lighthouse in the city of Husum. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Morsum-Kliff and Schloss vor Husum.

From the spectacular Hörnum Odde in the city of Husum to the unforgettable Europa-Park in the city of Stuttgart, 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 8 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 8 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

8 nights hotel
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Northern Friesland
Rhineland-Palatinate - state in GermanyRhineland-Palatinate
Baden-Württemberg - region in GermanyBaden-Württemberg
Munich - city in GermanyMunich
Berlin - state in GermanyBerlin

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Attractions

Schloss vor HusumSchloss vor Husum
West Coast Park & Robbarium
Morsum-KliffMorsum-Kliff
Hörnum OddeHörnum Odde
Westerheversand lighthouse, Westerhever, Eiderstedt, Northern Friesland, Schleswig-Holstein, GermanyWesterheversand Lighthouse
Port of Husum
Glücksburg Castle, Glücksburg, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, GermanyGlücksburg Castle
Familien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau, Tolk, Südangeln, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, GermanyFamilien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau
Gottorf Castle, Schleswig, Schleswig-Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, GermanyGottorf Castle
Cologne Zoological Garden, Riehl, Nippes, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyCologne Zoological Garden
Cologne CathedralCologne Cathedral
Europa-ParkEuropa-Park
Mercedes-Benz MuseumMercedes-Benz Museum
Allianz Arena, Bezirksteil Freimann, Schwabing-Freimann, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyAllianz Arena
English Garden, Bezirksteil Alte Heide - Hirschau, Schwabing-Freimann, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyEnglish Garden
Eisbachwelle
Victuals Market, Bezirksteil Angerviertel, Altstadt-Lehel, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyVictuals Market
MarienplatzMarienplatz
Nymphenburg PalaceNymphenburg Palace
OlympiaparkOlympiapark
BMW Museum, Bezirksteil Am Riesenfeld, Milbertshofen-Am Hart, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyBMW Museum
BMW WeltBMW Welt
Potsdamer Platz, Tiergarten, Mitte, Berlin, GermanyPotsdamer Platz
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of EuropeMemorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Brandenburg GateBrandenburg Gate
AlexanderplatzAlexanderplatz
East Side GalleryEast Side Gallery
Miniatur WunderlandMiniatur Wunderland
Elbphilharmonie HamburgElbe Philharmonic Hall

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Travel dates
Sep 29 - Oct 7

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Day 1 in Westerland and Northern Friesland - Arrival Day

Day 1

Day 1 in Westerland and Northern Friesland - Arrival Day

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

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Beach Motel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,534 guests.

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

Northern Friesland 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 Northern Friesland, Shamrock Husum. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Northern Friesland also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Northern Friesland is Shamrock Husum. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 in Schleswig-Flensburg and Walsrode

Day 2

Day 2 in Schleswig-Flensburg and Walsrode

Schleswig-Flensburg and Walsrode

  • Glücksburg Castle
  • Familien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau
  • Gottorf Castle
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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 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 Glücksburg Castle, Familien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau, Gottorf Castle, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Schleswig-Flensburg is the amazing Glücksburg Castle. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,275 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible amusement park, Familien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Schleswig-Flensburg is the outstanding Gottorf Castle. This château has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,609 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Heidekreis is the 3-star Das Hotel Ostseeblick. This hotel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 606 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hotel HAUS AM MEER is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Heidekreis. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 436 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Beach Hotel California. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 605 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Alexander’s Restaurant-Bar-Lounge, one of the best restaurants in the city of Heidekreis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Locals also recommend Soltau-Therme as one of the best restaurants in the city of Heidekreis. Soltau-Therme is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

After dinner, visit Alexander’s Restaurant-Bar-Lounge, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Heidekreis. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

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Day 3 in Cologne and Rhineland-Palatinate

Day 3

Day 3 in Cologne and Rhineland-Palatinate

  • Cologne
  • Rhineland-Palatinate
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  • Cologne Zoological Garden
  • Cologne Cathedral
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Day 3 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 city of Cologne is the amazing Cologne Zoological Garden. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,286 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Cologne Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 55,420 visitors, it's easy to understand why Cologne Cathedral welcomes around 5,000,000 yearly visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is the 4-star Hotel ZUGBRUECKE Grenzau. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,679 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hilton Mainz Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,062 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Flieten Franz, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 700 customers.

Locals also recommend Berg Athos as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. Berg Athos is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate is Altes Brauhaus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.

After dinner, visit Altes Brauhaus, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rhineland-Palatinate. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rheinstrand Mainz. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,360 customers.

Alternatively, Strandbar 443 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 1,932 customers.

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Day 4 in Baden-Württemberg and Stuttgart

Day 4

Day 4 in Baden-Württemberg and Stuttgart

  • Stuttgart
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  • Europa-Park
  • Mercedes-Benz Museum
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Day 4 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 Baden-Württemberg is the amazing Europa-Park. This attraction is an amusement park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 136,605 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Mercedes-Benz Museum in the region of Stuttgart for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an automobile museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,597 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Baden-Württemberg is the 3-star hotel Hotel Lochmühle. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,117 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel H+ Hotel Limes Thermen Aalen is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Baden-Württemberg. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,343 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Delphi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Baden-Württemberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 861 customers.

Locals also recommend Carls Brauhaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Baden-Württemberg. Carls Brauhaus is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,666 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Baden-Württemberg is Constanzer Wirtshaus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,137 customers.

After dinner, visit Der KofferRaum - Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Baden-Württemberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Schwarz Weiß Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

Alternatively, Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Baden-Württemberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,422 customers.

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Day 5 in Munich

Day 5

Day 5 in Munich

  • Munich
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  • Allianz Arena
  • English Garden
  • Eisbachwelle
  • Victuals Market
  • Marienplatz
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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 Allianz Arena, English Garden, Eisbachwelle, 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 park, English Garden.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Munich is the outstanding Eisbachwelle.

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 Marienplatz. This square is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 93,006 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Munich is the 4-star H4 Hotel Munchen Messe. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,084 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Bayerischer Hof is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Munich. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,801 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star H2 Hotel München Olympiapark. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,208 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hofbräuhaus München, one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

Locals also recommend Schneider Bräuhaus München as one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. Schneider Bräuhaus München is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Munich is Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.

After dinner, visit Hofbräuhaus München, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Schneider Bräuhaus München. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Alternatively, Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

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Day 6 in Munich and Pegnitz

Day 6

Day 6 in Munich and Pegnitz

  • Munich
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  • Nymphenburg Palace
  • Olympiapark
  • BMW Museum
  • BMW Welt
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Day 6 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 Nymphenburg Palace, Olympiapark München, BMW Museum, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Munich is the amazing Nymphenburg Palace. This attraction is a summer residence and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,634 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible olympic park, Olympiapark München.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Munich is the outstanding BMW Museum. This automobile museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,732 visitors.

BMW Welt is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Munich. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,937 visitors. BMW Welt attracts about 3,000,000 travelers annually.

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 4-star Hotel Hafen Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,017 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Grand Elysee Hamburg is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Bayreuth. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,798 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Prizeotel Hamburg-City. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,127 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 7 in Berlin

Day 7

Day 7 in Berlin

  • Berlin
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  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Alexanderplatz
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Day 7 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, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Brandenburg Gate, 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 holocaust memorial, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Berlin is the outstanding Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 133,745 visitors.

Alexanderplatz is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Berlin. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 178,699 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 H2 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,890 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 8 in Berlin, Free and Hanseatic Hamburg, and Northern Friesland

Day 8

Day 8 in Berlin, Free and Hanseatic Hamburg, and Northern Friesland

  • Berlin
  • Hamburg
  • Northern Friesland
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  • East Side Gallery
  • Miniatur Wunderland
  • Elbe Philharmonic Hall
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You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in Germany on day 8 of your road trip.

One of the best places to explore in the region of Berlin is East Side Gallery. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,902 visitors.

You could then travel to Miniatur Wunderland for some unforgettable sightseeing in the region of Free and Hanseatic Hamburg. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 65,626 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in the region of Free and Hanseatic Hamburg is Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. This outstanding concert hall has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 60,787 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Northern Friesland.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Northern Friesland is the 3-star hotel Beach Motel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,534 guests.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!

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Day 9 in Northern Friesland and Westerland - Departure Day

Day 9

Day 9 in Northern Friesland and Westerland - Departure Day

  • Northern Friesland - Departure Day
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Day 9 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Northern Friesland 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 Northern Friesland 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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