But I also agree that taking the train to Salzburg is the best way to go. You could likely do the wh

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I am in the process of planning a trip to Munich-Salzburg doubletree hotel historic savannah for next May/June, probably 12 to 14 days including travel from Chicago. We ve been to Germany doubletree hotel historic savannah several times but always with a group. doubletree hotel historic savannah This next trip I am thinking about renting a car in Munich and driving to Salzburg. We would initially doubletree hotel historic savannah stay in Munich for several days and travel to Salzburg, do some sightseeing and return stopping in Fussen and G-P then return to Munich.
I m looking for some guidance doubletree hotel historic savannah on renting a car vs. other options. If I rent a car does it make sense to do so from the train station or elsewhere? Since I ve never driven a car in Germany I am a bit apprehensive. Any guidance regarding driving there would be appreciated.
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A daytrip to Berchtesgaden from there is possible by bus or by train. For Hallstatt, the train gets you to the Hallstatt station - then you ferry across the lake to the town. Use the train to reach Hohenwerfen Castle.
So public transport has the edge in many ways - cost is low and you won't pay parking doubletree hotel historic savannah or vignette fees either. You can't get a ticket or a door ding or get lost or stuck in traffic. You don't have to sign contracts or pick up or drop off the car. And both passengers can enjoy the scenery without driving or navigation duties.
But it's possible you aren't going where the trains and buses go. You haven't said. It's possible that the getting to destination A by train will take a little longer than by car if a change of train is required or the route is indirect.
But I also agree that taking the train to Salzburg is the best way to go. You could likely do the whole trip by train, but getting from Salzburg to Fussen or GP is a 3 - 4 hour trip. And the ride between Fussen and GP is about twice as long as it would be by car. But you also won't have to hassle with a car, which is a pleasure.
doubletree hotel historic savannah Ira is likely right about renting a car somewhere other than the train station. But if you do rent at the station, I would check the price on dropping the car directly at the airport. I did this last year and the prices was no different for a return at the airport vs. the train station, and being able to head straight there will make your departure doubletree hotel historic savannah travel much more straightforward.
There are NUMEROUS driving rules in Germany and especially ones that apply to cities re no parking doubletree hotel historic savannah zones, etc. Driving in Germany itself is easy and the roads are well-marked provided you understand all those marks!
Thanks for the quick responses. I am thinking that maybe we will take the train to Salzburg. We would stay 3 or 4 days in Salzburg. While there we would like to visit the old town, take a side trip to Berchtesgarden, visit Konigssee and perhaps a salt mine. Is an auto necessary to do this?
We would return to Munich for 2 nights. Is it advisable that we rent an auto for Fussen/G-P? The Zugspitze and Ludwig's castle would be our destinations. Also I would like to stop in Oberammergau for a quick visit.
doubletree hotel historic savannah The train trip from Munich to GP is a about 1:30 (you can look at all of this by going to www.bahn.com ), so you can easily take the train there. I am also sure -- although I am not 100% -- that there will be bus tours you can take to Neuschwanstein from GP. So, you do not need a rental car to get this done.
I've been to all three however my wife has not. Neuschwantein is the castle she would like to see. I know it's very touristy but the surronding area is beautiful. I like Herrenchiemsee too and would consider it or possibly both.