If you have always wanted to cycle in scenery that looks like it has been lifted from the pages of a fairy tale, Bavaria could be the perfect destination for your next holiday.
This spectacular part of Germany is a favourite place for tourists from all over the world to visit - and exploring the area on two wheels will give you a unique perspective on Bavaria that many people do not get to see.
You'll be able to customise your self-guided route according to your interests and abilities, but there are a number of popular places - as well as some off-the-beaten-track gems - to explore on your journey.
Start pedalling in Fussen, which is set amid the backdrop of a scenic lake and the beautiful Bavarian Alps. You may wish to spend two days in this delightful destination, as there is much to see and do here.
A highlight for many people visiting this part of Germany - particularly for the first time - is to pay a visit to its two striking and dramatically different castles.
Hoheschwangau is a magnificent, imposing structure and you will be able to share in King Ludwig II's fascination with the Middle Ages as you gaze at its elaborate murals.
It may surprise you to learn that the king himself was heavily involved with the incredible fairytale-style Neuschwanstein, which has been claimed was the inspiration behind the famous Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in California.
Complete with towering turrets, magnificent staterooms, royal apartments and servants' quarters, the castle is one of the best-loved tourist attractions in Germany, attracting over one million tourists through its doors each year.
You'll be able to arrange a tour of the facility if you like, so you can get a close-up look of one of Europe's finest structures.
The next stop on your journey will be to travel along the aptly named Romantic Strasse, passing by a number of scenic, traditional villages as you pedal.
A multi-centre break allows you to explore a much larger part of Bavaria and your luggage can be transported to your next destination while you are out exploring - you'll find it waiting when you arrive.
Your next stop is the delightful Parkhotel Bad Bayersoien, where you'll be able to give your muscles a well-deserved rest in the facility's beautiful panoramic indoor pool and spa.
As you continue your cycling break, you'll travel the quiet country roads - conditions in this part of Germany are ideal for cycling - to the lovely town of Murnau, which is nestled between two lakes.
The sparkling scenery here has proved inspirational for a number of artists over the years, most notably Der Blaue Reiter - the Blue Rider - movement. You'll find a large number of works by these influential artists on display in the village museum.
In Murnau, you may wish to take some time to really explore the area - one cycle route takes you through the region's protected mashes, while another circuit lets you travel around the lovely Staffelsee lake, which boasts unusually warm waters. In fact, on a sunny day, conditions are usually good enough for you to enjoy a refreshing dip!
During your trip to Bavaria, you may also wish to give your legs a break and travel 40 minutes by train to Oberammergau, where you'll be able to take in several colourful frescoes of rural and religious scenes that feature on many of the houses.
Finally, you'll make your way back to Fussen with fond memories of your fairytale cycling break.
This spectacular part of Germany is a favourite place for tourists from all over the world to visit - and exploring the area on two wheels will give you a unique perspective on Bavaria that many people do not get to see.
You'll be able to customise your self-guided route according to your interests and abilities, but there are a number of popular places - as well as some off-the-beaten-track gems - to explore on your journey.
Start pedalling in Fussen, which is set amid the backdrop of a scenic lake and the beautiful Bavarian Alps. You may wish to spend two days in this delightful destination, as there is much to see and do here.
A highlight for many people visiting this part of Germany - particularly for the first time - is to pay a visit to its two striking and dramatically different castles.
Hoheschwangau is a magnificent, imposing structure and you will be able to share in King Ludwig II's fascination with the Middle Ages as you gaze at its elaborate murals.
It may surprise you to learn that the king himself was heavily involved with the incredible fairytale-style Neuschwanstein, which has been claimed was the inspiration behind the famous Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in California.
Complete with towering turrets, magnificent staterooms, royal apartments and servants' quarters, the castle is one of the best-loved tourist attractions in Germany, attracting over one million tourists through its doors each year.
You'll be able to arrange a tour of the facility if you like, so you can get a close-up look of one of Europe's finest structures.
The next stop on your journey will be to travel along the aptly named Romantic Strasse, passing by a number of scenic, traditional villages as you pedal.
A multi-centre break allows you to explore a much larger part of Bavaria and your luggage can be transported to your next destination while you are out exploring - you'll find it waiting when you arrive.
Your next stop is the delightful Parkhotel Bad Bayersoien, where you'll be able to give your muscles a well-deserved rest in the facility's beautiful panoramic indoor pool and spa.
As you continue your cycling break, you'll travel the quiet country roads - conditions in this part of Germany are ideal for cycling - to the lovely town of Murnau, which is nestled between two lakes.
The sparkling scenery here has proved inspirational for a number of artists over the years, most notably Der Blaue Reiter - the Blue Rider - movement. You'll find a large number of works by these influential artists on display in the village museum.
In Murnau, you may wish to take some time to really explore the area - one cycle route takes you through the region's protected mashes, while another circuit lets you travel around the lovely Staffelsee lake, which boasts unusually warm waters. In fact, on a sunny day, conditions are usually good enough for you to enjoy a refreshing dip!
During your trip to Bavaria, you may also wish to give your legs a break and travel 40 minutes by train to Oberammergau, where you'll be able to take in several colourful frescoes of rural and religious scenes that feature on many of the houses.
Finally, you'll make your way back to Fussen with fond memories of your fairytale cycling break.
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