Ansace & Germany Fairy Tale Route

France, Germany

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Overview

Embark on a magical journey through Europe, starting in Troyes and Nancy, where medieval charm meets modern vibrancy. Explore the fairy-tale villages of Alsace, including Colmar, Eguisheim, and Riquewihr, before discovering Strasbourg’s blend of historic and contemporary allure. Continue to Triberg in the Black Forest, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and traditional cuckoo clocks, and then relax in Baden-Baden’s luxurious spas. Visit Heidelberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, with its well-preserved medieval streets and castles. Marvel at Neuschwanstein Castle in Fussen and soak in Munich’s cultural heritage. Journey to Frankfurt and embark on a Fairy Tale Route tour, visiting Lohr am Main, Hanau, Steinau, Marburg, Schwalmstadt, Bad Wildungen, Kassel, and Sababurg. Enjoy a night at Hotel Burg Trendelburg, featuring Rapunzel’s original tower. Conclude your adventure with visits to Polle, Hamelin, Bremen, and Berlin, where history and fairy tales intertwine in a captivating conclusion to your European exploration

Itinerary

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Day 1 - PARIS/TROYES
At a scheduled time, meet the guide at the hotel in Paris and we start our journey to Troyes, a charming city renowned for its rich medieval heritage. We will stroll through the beautifully preserved old town, where narrow cobblestone streets are lined with half-timbered houses and historic buildings. We will visit the Troyes Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with stunning stained glass windows and intricate sculptures. After that, we go through the vibrant market squares and quaint shops, and enjoy the local cuisine at cozy bistros. Don’t miss the Musée d’Art Moderne, showcasing an impressive collection of 19th and 20th-century art. This delightful city offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and French charm. Accomodation.
Day 2 - TROYES/NANCY/COLMAR
Check out in Troyes and we will be leaving to one of the most beautiful cities in France, Nancy, where you’ll marvel at its stunning architectural wonders, including the magnificent Place Stanislas and the opulent Palais des Dukes. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming streets and discover the city’s vibrant café culture.
Next, travel to Colmar, a picturesque town straight out of a fairy tale. We will go through its enchanting old town, where colorful half-timbered houses line the canals and cobbled streets. Visit the renowned Unterlinden Museum, home to the famous Isenheim Altarpiece, and explore the charming Little Venice district with its scenic waterways and quaint shops. Accomodation.
Day 3 - COLMAR/EGUISHEM/RIQUEWIHR/COLMAR
Today, get ready to step into a storybook as you visit the enchanting towns of Eguisheim and Riquewihr, both renowned for their picturesque beauty and charm. In Eguisheim, stroll through its circular streets lined with colorful half-timbered houses, vibrant flower displays, and charming boutiques. This quaint village, with its medieval architecture and cozy ambiance, is a true gem of Alsace. We will continue to Riquewihr, a town that inspired Disney’s Belle’s village in Beauty and the Beast. Wander through its fairy-tale streets, where the well-preserved medieval buildings and quaint shops evoke a magical atmosphere. The town’s cobblestone paths, historic houses, and scenic views make it a perfect setting for anyone looking to experience the charm of a classic fairy tale.
Day 4 - COLMAR/STRASBOURG
Continuing through the Alsace region, we will continue to Strasbourg, considered one of the most beautiful cities in France, and also a historical heritage site. In addition to its beauty, it is also known for its Christmas markets and Le Petit France, with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses. In the UNESCO-listed Grande Île, we will admire the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, an architectural marvel with its intricate façade and panoramic views from the tower. Wander through the charming La Petite France district, known for its half-timbered houses, scenic canals, and vibrant atmosphere. Discover the city’s blend of medieval and modern attractions, and savor local Alsatian cuisine in one of the many charming bistros. Accommodation.
Day 5 - STRASBOURG/TRIBERG/BADEN-BADEN
Depart from Strasbourg and leaving France, we will embark on a picturesque drive to Triberg, nestled in the heart of the Black Forest. As you travel, we will enjoy the stunning landscapes of rolling hills and dense woodlands. In Triberg, we will visit the famous Triberg Waterfalls, one of Germany’s highest and most impressive cascades. We will spent some good time exploring this charming village, known for its traditional cuckoo clocks and delightful Black Forest cakes.

After that, we will continue our journey to Baden-Baden, a luxurious spa town renowned for its wellness culture and historic charm. Accomodation.
Day 6 - BADEN-BADEN/HEIDELBERG/ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER
Leaving Baden-Baden, we will make a stop to visit one of the most beautiful castles in Germany, the Heidelberg Castle (entrance to the castle's exterior park, cellars and pharmacy museum included), with its excellent views over the city. After that, time for lunch and a stroll through the old town and its Markt Platz. After finishing the visit, we will continue the quintessential medieval town that seems frozen in time, the city of Rothenburg. Its intact walls that surround the city, its typical buildings with flowers in the windows and its Middle Ages atmosphere make this city one of the most beautiful in Germany. Not surprisingly, it served as inspiration for Walt Disney's Pinocchio Village. Accomodation
Day 7 - ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER/FUSSEN/MUNICH
Continuing our trip, with this Fairy Tale feeling, we arrived in Fussen to visit the famous Neuschwanstein castle, which served as inspiration for Walt Disney to create Cinderella's castle. We will continue to Munich. Time to stroll around Marienplatz square and visit other tourist attractions. Accommodation.
Day 8 - MUNICH/LOHR AM MAIN/HANAU
Continuing our trip, departure towards the city where, according to historians, the picturesque town of Lohr am Main was the birthplace of the noble Snow White. Time to visit Snow White's former home and the Spessart museum, where the real magic mirror is located. Arrival in Hanau, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Germany and hometown of the brothers Grimm. Accomodation
Day 9 - HANAU/FRANKFURT/HANAU
Day tour in Frankfurt, exploring the bustling streets of Frankfurt, where modern skyscrapers blend harmoniously with historic landmarks. We will visit the charming Römer, the city's medieval town hall, and stroll along the Zeil, one of Germany's most famous shopping streets.

After soaking in the urban delights, we will board in a boat in the Rhine River, gliding through picturesque landscapes dotted with romantic castles, lush vineyards, and quaint villages. Back to Hanau and accomodation.
Day 10 - HANAU/STEINAU AN DER STRAßE/MARBURG/SCHWALMSTADT
Early departure from Hanau towards Steinau, where the Grimm Brothers spent their childhood and where characters like Puss in Boots were born. Continuing our Journey in Marburg, where the Grimm brothers began to write their stories and where the city still has many references to their works, such as Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, among others. Arrival in Schwalmstadt, known as the city of Little Red Riding Hood. Accomodation.
Day 11 - SCHWALMSTADT/BAD WILDUNGEN/KASSEL/SABABURG/TRENDELBURG
Departure from Schwalmstadt towards Bad Wildungen. We visit Schloss Friedrichstein castle, the real Snow White castle. We will continue our trip to Kassel, the city that lives fairy tales, where we will visit the museum that displays the manuscripts of some famous tales by the Brothers Grimm. Leaving Kassel, we will take a short travel to Sababurg, to visit the Dornröschenschloss Sababurg, the original castle of Sleeping Beauty. Arrival in Trendelburg. Our accomodation will probably be at the site of Rapunzel's real tower.
Day 12 - TRENDELBURG/POLLE/HAMELIN/BREMEN
After a short tour in Trendelburg, we will arrive to the city of Polle to visit the ruins of the castle where Cinderella lived. After the visit, we will continue our fairy tale itinerary through Hamelin, a city famous for the folk tale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Arrival in Bremen, one of the best-known tourist centers in Germany, also known for the fable of the musical animals by the Brothers Grimm. We'll stroll through its historic center of Gothic-style buildings. Time to take lots of photos, including with the statue of the animal musicians. Accommodation.
Day 13 - BREMEN/BERLIM
Leaving Bremen after lunch, we will finish our amazing trip in Berlin. End of our services.

Cost Info

Price includes

Transportation in a comfortable van or bus through all the destinations listed in the itinerary.
Accommodation in superior or luxury-class hotel.
An accompanying guide throughout the journey.
Rhine cruise
Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
24-hour assistance for any needs during your trip.