Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe

30 Beautiful Places to Visit in Europe (+ Map and Photos)

Julie Travel Inspiration 9 Comments

It is no secret that Europe is filled with beautiful places to visit. With its grand cities, fairytale-like towns, soaring mountain ranges, and gorgeous beaches, there is a seemingly endless list of gorgeous places to explore. Whether you are planning your next trip to Europe, or just trying to figure out where to travel to next, here are 30 beautiful …

Berlin Itinerary

5 Day Berlin Itinerary: The Perfect Itinerary for Your First Visit

Julie Germany 32 Comments

If you are planning a trip to Berlin, you should know that there is a lot more to see here than just the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate. Berlin is the largest city in Germany and one of the largest cities in the European Union. It’s a diverse city filled with world-class museums, beautiful squares to wander through, and …

Berlin Day Trip to Bastei Bridge

Not Your Ordinary Berlin Day Trip: Rakotzbrücke, Görlitz, and Bastei Bridge

Julie Germany, Poland 7 Comments

If you are visiting Berlin, there are numerous day trips you can take. Leipzig, Potsdam, and Dresden are all within driving distance. However, if you want to go off-the-beaten-path and see several very scenic places, you’ll love this Berlin day trip. In one day, you can visit the photogenic Rakotzbrücke, walk across the fairytale Bastei Bridge, visit pretty Görlitz, and …

Gorlitz Germany

17 Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Görlitz, Germany

Julie Germany, Poland 17 Comments

Germany is a country that appears on many travelers’ bucket lists. And why not? It has fairytale castles, beautiful Bavaria, Oktoberfest, and amazing cities to visit. But have you ever heard of Görlitz? We hadn’t. At least not until we planned a trip to Berlin. I “discovered” Görlitz when I was searching for unique day trip ideas from Berlin. Colorful …

Rakotzbrucke

Rakotzbrücke: A Fairytale Bridge in Saxony, Germany

Julie Germany 13 Comments

Rakotzbrücke, also called the Devil’s Bridge, looks like something that belongs in a fairytale. This unique looking bridge is tucked away in a small park in Saxony, Germany. Getting here can be a challenge, since Rakotzbrücke is not located near any major city. However, if you combine a trip here with other nearby destinations, you can turn this visit into …

Neuschwanstein

How to Visit Neuschwanstein Without the Crowds

Julie Germany 9 Comments

Neuschwanstein is one of Germany’s most visited sites. This fairytale palace, which was Walt Disney’s inspiration for Cinderella’s castle, is located in Bavaria, Germany. People from around the world descend on Neuschwanstein between the peak season months of July and August. With the crowds of people come long lines. Nothing spoils a visit to Neuschwanstein more than spending precious hours …

Bavaria Itinerary

10 Day Bavaria Itinerary & Road Trip Guide

Julie Austria, Germany, Itinerary 88 Comments

Bavaria is the southeast region of Germany, the land of fairytale castles, Oktoberfest, and lederhosen. With the Alps to the south and idyllic towns dotting its hillsides, Bavaria is a beautiful and romantic destination. View the Alps from Germany’s highest peak at Zugspitze, tour crazy King Ludwig II’s storybook castle Neuschwanstein, learn about WWII history in Munich and Berchtesgaden, and …

How to Visit Zugspitze

How to Visit Zugspitze from Germany and Austria

Julie Austria, Germany 33 Comments

Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak (2962 meters), is located in southern Germany on its border with Austria. Visiting Zugspitze is a fantastic half day excursion which can easily be accomplished from both Austria and Germany. How to Visit Zugspitze Austria or Germany? Since Zugspitze sits on the border between Austria and Germany, it can be accessed from both of these countries. …

Dachau

A Visit to Dachau Concentration Camp in Munich, Germany

Julie Germany 14 Comments

Dachau Concentration Camp was the first of the Nazi concentration camps. It is located near Munich, Germany. A visit here is an incredibly moving experience and a valuable history lesson. Here are some things you should know while planning your visit.  Dachau was the Nazi’s first concentration camp and was the only concentration camp to have existed throughout the entire …

Garmisch Partenkirchen

How We Spent One Week in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Julie Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein 36 Comments

Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a wonderful small town located in Bavaria, Germany, was our home base for one solid week. From Garmisch-Partenkirchen, we frequently day tripped to Austria, Liechtenstein, and other destinations in Bavaria. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a great place from which to explore southern Germany.  It is located in the German Alps, just a few miles from the border with Austria, which we …

In Berchtesgaden

A Quick Guide to Berchtesgaden, Germany

Julie Germany 10 Comments

Berchtesgaden, Germany…a small corner in southern Germany, tucked away in the Alps, is surrounded on three sides by Austria. This is the land of wiener schnitzel, lederhosen, and beer. We spent three wonderful days here touring all of the big sites and taking a day trip just over the border to Salzburg, Austria. About Our Experience We visited Berchtesgaden in …