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From whimsical 19th-century castles and museums, breathtaking Alps to stunning natural landscapes, Munich beckons with a plethora of fascinating sights.

And what better way to see the German city, get to know its storied past and take Instagram-worthy photos than to take the wheel and embark on a self-drive vacation?

Here are the best scenic routes, according to Munich’s official travel guide Simply Munich.

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Delight in the beauty of Germany’s most dazzling highlights on this self-drive route.

Begin the journey at Munich’s city centre, where you can find iconic landmarks such as the Frauenkirche, Hofbrauhaus, Nymphenburg Palace and the BMW Museum.

From Munich, drive to the region’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze peak.

The German Alps here have a cable car ropeway and glacier train.

Ride the glacier cable car to Zugspitze peak and enjoy the breathtaking view from an altitude of 2,600m.

Next, drive down to the neogothic-style Neuschwanstein Castle and admire the magnificence of King Ludwig II’s abode.

At Swarovski Kristallwelten, the 7.5ha fantasy world invites visitors to glimpse the ingenious mind of designer Daniel Swarovski.

For an adventure like no other, check out the famous 500-year-old Salt Mine Berchtesgaden.

Paying homage to the town of Berchtesgaden’s tradition of salt mining, the attraction offers slides, trains, a laser light show, magic salt room and a salt shop.

If time permits, take a leisurely drive to Innsbruck and tour the Old Town, see the Cathedral of St James, Hofkirche, the Ambras Castle, Olympiaworld

Article source: https://www.tnp.sg/lifestyle/travel/go-great-german-getaway