9-Day Germany Road Trip from Berlin traveling north to Greifswald, Stralsund, and Hamburg
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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 5 nights in Berlin, 1 night in Heringsdorf, 1 night in Stralsund, and 1 night in Hamburg, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Berlin, Heringsdorf, Binz, Stralsund, and Hamburg. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Berlin, 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 Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz.
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 Checkpoint Charlie to the breathtaking Potsdamer Platz and Miniatur Wunderland, 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 Berlin, Heringsdorf, Binz, Stralsund, and Hamburg, 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 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. 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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Day 1 – Berlin - arrival day
Day 1 – Berlin - arrival day
- Berlin - Arrival day
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- Brandenburg Gate
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 5 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Berlin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 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 Berlin, Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.
Berlin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Berlin is LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.
Locals also enjoy BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Germany!
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Day 2 – Berlin
Day 2 – Berlin
- Berlin
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Drive 35 km, 1 hour 32 min
- Treptower Park
- East Side Gallery
- Mauerpark
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Berlin by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.
There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Berlin. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.
You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Berlin, like the extraordinary Treptower Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,633 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Mauerpark. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,722 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church building is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,221 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.
Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Berlin on this day of your trip.
When you’ve finished your meal, Zur Gerichtslaube is one of the best bars in the city of Berlin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.
KASCHK by BRLO is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Berlin!
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Day 3 – Berlin
Day 3 – Berlin
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Drive 23 km, 1 hour 5 min
- Charlottenburg Palace
- Berlin Zoological Garden
- Siegessäule
- Großer Tiergarten
- Alexanderplatz
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Day 3 of your road trip across Germany is another day in the magnificent Berlin. You now have 3 nights left in Berlin. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.
Berlin offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.
One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Berlin is the stunning Charlottenburg Palace. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,430 visitors.
You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Siegessäule in the city of Berlin. This attraction is a victory column and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.
Another attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin is the incredible Großer Tiergarten. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Alexanderplatz. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors.
Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Berlin you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.
When it’s time to eat, the city of Berlin has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.
We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin, Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.
For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin, we recommend the cocktails at Mikkeller Berlin. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.
Toast to another amazing day in the city of Berlin!
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Day 4 – Berlin
Day 4 – Berlin
- Berlin
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Drive 6 km, 21 min
- Berlin Cathedral
- Gendarmenmarkt
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Topography of Terror
- Potsdamer Platz
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Day 4 of your road trip across Germany is another day in the magnificent Berlin. You now have 2 nights left in Berlin. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.
Berlin offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.
One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Berlin is the stunning Berlin Cathedral. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors.
You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Checkpoint Charlie in the city of Berlin. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.
Another attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin is the incredible Topography of Terror. This attraction is a military museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Potsdamer Platz. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.
Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Berlin you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.
When it’s time to eat, the city of Berlin has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers.
Toast to another amazing day in the city of Berlin!
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Day 5 – Potsdam and Greifswald
Day 5 – Potsdam and Greifswald
- Potsdam
- Heringsdorf
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Drive 325 km, 4 hours 16 min
- New Garden
- Brandenburg Gate
- Sanssouci
- Sanssouci Park
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Greifswald. You’ll stay in Greifswald for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Potsdam’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Potsdam, start your day with a visit to the amazing New Garden. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,121 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,587 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Sanssouci to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Sanssouci is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.
The lovely Sanssouci Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 32,576 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Potsdam has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Greifswald. Greifswald offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!
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Day 6 – Greifswald, Binz, and Stralsund
Day 6 – Greifswald, Binz, and Stralsund
- Vorpommern-Greifswald
- Vorpommern-Rügen
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Drive 181 km, 3 hours 4 min
- Baumwipfelpfad Usedom
- Heringsdorf Pier
- Marktplatz Greifswald
- Baumwipfelpfad im Naturerbe Zentrum Rügen
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Heringsdorf and embark on a scenic drive to Stralsund, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Heringsdorf 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 Heringsdorf. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Baumwipfelpfad Usedom. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,204 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Heringsdorf Pier. This attraction, a beloved pier, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 24,511 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Heringsdorf is the stunning Marktplatz Greifswald. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,792 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Baumwipfelpfad im Naturerbe Zentrum Rügen. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,277 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Dokumentationszentrum Prora. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 7,657 reviews.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Störtebeker Braugasthaus. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,174 customers.
Locals also recommend Fischermänns - Deli + Restaurant + Bar, another of the best restaurants in Stralsund. Fischermänns - Deli + Restaurant + Bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,252 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Wulflamstuben. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 868 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Torschließerhaus to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Stralsund, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rockeria® Stralsund. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Rockeria® Stralsund has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.
Hafenkneipe Zum Goldenen Anker 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 846 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 7 – Stralsund, Rostock, and Hamburg
Day 7 – Stralsund, Rostock, and Hamburg
- Vorpommern-Rügen
- Rostock
- Hamburg
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Drive 320 km, 3 hours 49 min
- OZEANEUM Stralsund GmbH
- Rostock Zoo
- Warnemünde lighthouse
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You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night.
To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.
You could then travel to Warnemünde lighthouse for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,521 visitors.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Hamburg.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg, estancia steaks. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.
Locals recommend Hanoi Deli Rathaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. Hanoi Deli Rathaus is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Hamburg, Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Chug Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.
Skyline Bar 20up is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!
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Day 8 – Hamburg and Berlin
Day 8 – Hamburg and Berlin
- Hamburg
- Berlin
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Drive 290 km, 3 hours 44 min
- Miniatur Wunderland
- Elbe Philharmonic Hall
- St. Pauli Piers
- Elbe Tunnel
- Planten un Blomen
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Day 8 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 Berlin. You will stay in Berlin 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 Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 86,083 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible concert hall, Elbe Philharmonic Hall. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 76,719 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 top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 visitors.
The spectacular Elbe Tunnel is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating road tunnel and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,402 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 21,777 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 Berlin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After dinner, visit Green Door Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 674 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Vincent Piano Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 676 customers.
Alternatively, Victoria Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 720 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
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Day 9 – Berlin - departure day
Day 9 – Berlin - departure day
- Berlin - Departure day
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- Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
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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 Berlin 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.
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This holocaust memorial and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Berlin and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.
You’ll then say farewell to Berlin. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!
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