In some ways, Munich reminds me of Budapest - quite modern, lots of shopping, a high degree of integration between old and new architecture. It doesn’t strike me as the liveliest of destinations (1-2 days is enough). Sites ***The Alte Pinakothek, one
We stumbled on the site of Hitler’s notorious 1936 Winter Olympics (literally, looking for a place to have breakfast). It’s a pretty area that has a lot to explore. On our second visit (just before Christmas), we missed most of
**Herrenchiemsee New Palace is a bit out of the way, but worth it on a sunny day. It’s a pretty drive and you take a boat ride out to the palace. The whole experience is a little slow - you’ll
***Ettal Abbey is definitely worth a stop. Really pretty, large, in a beautiful valley. They also sell their homemade beer & liquor onsite. ***Schloss Linderhof, King Ludwig’s primary residence, is tiny but opulent, the only castle completed in his lifetime. The
Füssen is home of the ***Neuschwanstein Castle. It’s worth doing, and it’s great, but it’s quite a scene and requires a lot of patience. If you can, reserve tickets in advance. Plan on a full 40 minutes to get from