Instead of traveling by car during your next vacation in Germany, why don’t you take a breathtaking train journey through the country’s scenery instead? Your vacation in Germany is likely to be memorable for all the beautiful trips you can make. Whether you take a leisurely drive through the Fichtelberg Railway, from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle, or along the Putbus to Gohren on the Railway of Rügen. The following list makes you want to jump on one of Germany´s railway lines.

Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle

A gorgeous castle in the world, Neuschwanstein, may be reached by taking a scenic train trip from Munich, which is 91 kilometres in the distance. The drive from Munich to Füssen in Bavaria is like moving through a scene straight out of a picture postcard because of the region’s picturesque landscape. You may look forward to seeing never-ending beautiful meadows, rolling hills, and teeny small settlements.

No matter how well-prepared you are, you won’t be able to prevent your heart from skipping a beat the first time you see Neuschwanstein Castle set against the gorgeous Bavarian Alps. Always remember to sit on the left side of the train while travelling to the castle to have the best view.

Although it is impossible to stay in Neuschwanstein Castle, you may get a room at the Villa Ludwig Suite Hotel just down the hill from the castle. This will ensure that the enchanted castle is the first thing you see when you open your curtains in the morning.

Hollentalbahn: Freiburg im Breisgau to Donaueschingen

Despite its name, which translates to “Hell Valley Railway,” the experience on the Hollentalbahn through the Black Forest is what visitors describe as “heavenly.” It will take you about an hour and a half to go from Freiburg im Breisgau to Donaueschingen through this route via the breathtaking Dreisam river valley.

It begins at an elevation of 278 meters and ends at an elevation of 885 meters, making it one of the steepest train lines in the nation. The most thrilling aspect of this expedition is walking over the 40-meter-high Ravenna Bridge to go across the Ravenna Gorge. Make a reservation at the Flair Hotel Grüner Baum on the outskirts of town if you do not feel rushed to return to your original destination. It is just some minutes from the Danube River’s headwaters and has various accommodation sizes and an on-site restaurant.

Cologne to Mainz

Make sure you get a seat on this tour to take in the Rhine Valley’s breathtaking scenery. It takes an average of one hour and forty minutes to go 139 kilometres. It is also possible for you to stop at the charming town of Koblenz along the road if you have the time and want to do so. Views of the Rhine, complete with rocks on each side and ships dotting the horizon, maybe had looked out the window of your train.

It is one of the most exciting train trips in the nation since the route is interspersed by villages that seem to belong in a picture postcard and hills that are topped by historic castles. If you want to get the adequate best out of your trip from Cologne to Mainz, make sure you book a seat on the left side of the train (and on the right side if you are moving from Mainz to Cologne).

It is well worth one’s time to remain in Mainz to explore this city since it is both the wine capital of Germany and a lively university city. Visit some of the city’s stunning cathedrals, take a stroll around the historic old town, and then settle in for a night or two at me and all hotel Mainz, which is conveniently situated in the city’s centre.

Munich to Mittenwald

An excellent option for a day excursion from Munich is to take the train 81 kilometres (50 miles) to Mittenwald, one of the most beautiful mountain villages. The train route takes around one hour and 51 minutes. Along the way, take in some of the most iconic views of the Bavarian landscape, including snow-capped mountains, quaint tiny towns, and rolling green fields. This area is transformed into a wintry paradise during the winter months due to snow.

We suggest anybody looking for a place to stay book a room at the Post Hotel Mittenwald. When you’re not out exploring the area, you may use the hotel’s indoor pool and spa, designed in the Bavarian tradition. The hotel is just within walking distance of the town centre.

Konstanz to Offenburg

Train travel from the stunning city of Konstanz, perched on the shores of Lake Constance, to the Black Forest is sure to be an experience you won’t forget. This trip travels 129 kilometres in an average of three hours and 55 minutes. Soon after you leave Konstanz, you’ll view mesmerizing panoramas of pine trees, eventually giving way to vistas of the impenetrably impenetrable Black Forest, lush meadows, and tiny hamlet. The Black Forest is one of the most amazing places in Germany.

During its journey, the railway passes through the breathtaking town of Triberg and is carried over the Hornberg Viaduct. In Offenburg, the Mercure Hotel Offenburg am Messeplatz is an excellent place to spend the night. It is not too distant from the railway station and has an indoor pool where you can swim in the morning before breakfast.

The Harz Steam Railway, also known as the Brockenbahn

This train ride alone is sufficient justification for the trip to the Harz Mountains. The historic steam Brocken Railway begins its journey from the Drei Annen Hohne station and winds its way through Harz National Park on its route to Brocken, the highest point in the Harz Mountain range at 1,141 meters.

The trip is just 19 kilometres long, but it will leave you with unforgettable memories of the mountains and valleys you pass along the way.

Three Lakes Railway: Freiburg im Breisgau to Seebrugg

You have the option while riding the Hollentalbahn (also known as the Hell Valley Railway), to go all the way from Freiburg to Donaueschingen or to take the Dreiseebahn (also known as the Three Lakes Railway) from the Titisee station and head in the other direction, toward the south.

The Titisee, Windgfallweiher, and Schluchsee are three well-known lakes in the Black Forest traversed by this train before it arrives at its final destination, the Seebrugg station. This is how the train got its name. You will have to immediately leave Titisee to be rewarded with stunning, unobstructed views of Parental (Bear Valley). The Feldberg-Parental station, located at 967 meters (3,173 feet) above sea level, is the highest point along the circuit. The trek takes around one hour to cover a distance of 19 kilometres (12 miles).

A train departs Freiburg every hour, making it simple to purchase tickets without a reservation at the station. However, if you do want to make time to explore the city and its charming old town, arriving a day early for a stay at the Alex — a stylish boutique hotel that is only five minutes away on foot from the central railway station – is the best way to go about it.

Conclusion

It’s hard to find a country that can compete with Germany regarding picturesque train rides. On a train trip through Germany, travellers may see the breathtaking Bavarian Alps, the romantic Rhineland, and the picturesque Danube valley. There is something for everyone on a train trip through Germany. Check out our list of the top 10 things to do in Germany if you’re searching for even more motivation to go there or have a look at our trips that include Germany.