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Best Day Trips from Munich Germany – Info + photos

Last updated on August 27, 2018 by Claire / this article contains affiliate links (Info)

Discover the Best day Trips from Munich Germany! The city has a fantastic location to go see fairy-tale castles, wild lakes and impressive mountain scenery. Don't hesitate to get away from the crowds to explore the Bavaria region and beyond, including the famous Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich. Let me show you some great day tour options from Munich 🙂

Best day trips from Munich Germany Travel guide
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Best Day Trips from Munich Germany
1. Neuschwanstein Castle Tour From Munich
2. Zugspitze Excursion from Munich
3. Partnach Gorge Day Tour from Munich
4. Königssee Day Trip from Munich
5. Dachau Tour from Munich
6. Eagle's Nest day tour from Munich
7. Salzburg day trip from Munich by train
8. Innsbruck Austria day trip from Munich
Where to Stay in Munich

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Best Day Trips from Munich Germany

With my work, I had the chance to live a few month in the beautiful city of Munich in the South of Germany. This gave me plenty of weekends to explore the region of Bavaria and beyond. My absolute favorite day trips from Munich (München) are:

  1. CASTLE - Neuschwanstein Castle and its mountains
  2. MOUNTAINS - Zugspitze, and the incredible cable car above Eibsee
  3. NATURE - Partnachklam to appreciate the power of Nature
  4. TOWN - SALZBURG, city of culture and Mozart
  5. HISTORY - Remember at the Dachau concentration camps memorial

You can spend holidays in Munich or go on a Europe Trip by train and include a stop in Munich.


1. Neuschwanstein Castle Tour From Munich

Neuschwanstein Castle Tour From Munich

Marienbrucke view on the Neuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich

Highlights

  • The views of the Neuschwanstein castle from the bottom of the hill with the surrounding mountains - The castle really looks like it is out of a fairy-tale. One of the most photogenic in Germany!
  • The famous view from the bridge of Marienbrucke (see photo above)
  • The whole area with the lake Alpsee and the mountains!
  • In the region you can also do a loop to the Linderhof castle if you love castles - it has a very different style with French style garden and rococo decors
  • or you can enjoy the cable car of Tegelbergbahn for more views of the fantastic region
Neuschwanstein Castle Tour From Munich 2

Neuschwanstein Castle area

Self-drive information

  • Drive from Munich to Hohenschwangau (town at the bottom of the Neuschwanstein castle hill): 2h drive (or train +bus or taxi)
  • Check out my article about the things to do around the castle to decide where you want to go
  • You can combine with a trip to Linderhof - drive from Hohenschwangau to Linderhof: 1h
  • Drive back from Linderhof to Munich: 1h20
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

The Neuschwanstein Castle tour from Munich is the most classic of all day trips. It is such an iconic location! There are many companies offering this excursion.
I selected one with excellent reviews that will take you to Neuschwanstein with enough time to really appreciate it. Then you will see Linderhof and wander to street of the charming town of Oberammergau and its painted houses

Check out Program and Book

2. Zugspitze Excursion from Munich

Zugspitze day tour from Munich Germany

Highlights

  • The Zugspitze summit, Germany's highest peak at 2962m (9718ft) (see my photos)
  • The Fantastic views from the Cable car. It is a steep climb right above the Eibsee lake and its beautiful colors (they sometimes have work going on to maintain it so check the opening hours info table)
  • The incredible views of the Alps from the summit platform (where you can also walk into Austria)
  • The fun Cogwheel train that connects the glacier with the town
Zugspitze day tour from Munich Germany 2

Self-drive information

  • Munich to Garmisch Partenkirchen: 1h20
  • Either drive to Eibsee for the Cable car (I recommend enjoying Eibsee itself with the fantastic green colors in the water). It is possible to walk all around the entire lake
  • Or take the Cogwheel underground train from Garmisch to the Glacier and then the lift to the top viewing platform
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

If you don't want to drive and manage all the timing of the lifts, check out this excursion from Munich to enjoy the best of the German mountains:

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3. Partnach Gorge Day Tour from Munich

Munich Day Trip to Partnachklam
Munich Day Trip to Partnachklam 2

Highlights

  • The Partnach gorge (Partnachklamm) is a very narrow canyon where flows rushing waters (see my photos)
  • The way the tunnel is carved on one side of the canyon allowing us the enjoy the impressive walls
  • The small waterfalls flowing along the 80m high walls of the canyon
  • The nearby Olympic ski stadium
  • The nice views of the Bavarian Alps

The gorge is no narrow and deep, it is an unforgettable experience!

Self-drive information

  • Munich to Garmisch Partenkirchen: 1h20
  • The parking is 25min walk from the Gorge entrance. It is a nice walk but uphill (horse carriage are available)
  • Enjoy the 700m long canyon and its impressive views
  • You can keep hiking above the canyon if you want
  • If you like doing many things in the same day, you can combine with Zugspitze above.
  • Make sure you wear sturdy shoes and warm clothes + have something to protect your camera from the humidity
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

Organized day tours from Munich allow you to admire the views along the way instead of focussing on the driving. And with this one you can enjoy the walk with a guide showing you all the best views.

Check out Program and Book

4. Königssee Day Trip from Munich

Konigsee Day Trip From Munich Germany

Highlights

  • Enter the South point of Germany and the Berchtesgaden National Park to reconnect with Nature.
  • Königsee is one of the most beautiful lakes in Germany since it has remain wild for the most part
  • Enjoy a boat ride in the peaceful environment and discover the famous chapel of St. Bartholoma (photo below)
  • Admire the nearby lake Obersee and the waterfall Röthbachfall in the distance
Konigsee Day Trip From Munich Germany 2

Self-drive information

  • Drive from Munich to Schönau am Königsee: 2h drive
  • Enjoy a cruise on the lake and walk the path to Obsersee lake
  • If you have time take the cable car Jennerbahn to enjoy fantastic views of the the lake and the mountains
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

A perfect day in stunning scenery. Just sit back and learn more about the region and its sights. One of the most serene 1 day trips from Munich 🙂

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5. Dachau Tour from Munich

Dachau Tours from Munich

Highlights

  • Remember the visit of the Holocaust when visiting the Dachau Concentration camps with its gas chambers, barracks and cells.
  • Visit the museum and read accounts from prisoners about their experience at the camp

Self-drive information

  • Drive from Munich to Dachau - 40min
  • Visit the Camp and the Museum
  • This is a very emotional experience - make sure to take your time before getting behind the wheel to drive back
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

This 5h excursion from Munich is best appreciated with a guide who can give you a lot of information about what you are seeing and provide historical information to better understand.

Check out Program and Book

6. Eagle's Nest day tour from Munich

Highlights

  • Around Berchtesgaden, the Alps landscapes are wonderful. Just spend some time around
  • Get up to the mountainside retreat of Obersalzberg for amazing views of the region
  • Possibly visist Hitler's summer residence Kehlsteinhaus
  • Salt mines can also be visited

Self-drive information

  • Munich to Berchtesgaden - 2h drive
  • Spend some time in the town
  • get up to Obersalzberg via road 319 - 10 min - Enjoy the splendid panoramas
  • Visit Hitler's residence
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

Organized Day Trip Option

Enjoy the drive with a guide giving you more information about the history of the region :

Check out Program and Book

7. Salzburg day trip from Munich by train

Highlights

  • If you prefer cities, head to Austria to visit Salzburg, admire its castles and walk around the many historical buildings
  • Salzburg is famous for its baroque architecture and for being the birthplace of the 18th century composer Mozart
  • Fans of Sounds of Music will also enjoy the city, as it is where the Trapp family was shown hiding from the Nazis
  • The old Town is listed on the Unesco World heritage

Self-drive information

  • Munich to Salzburg - 2h drive
  • On the way to or back, you can stop at the Chiemsee lake, called the 'Bavarian sea'
  • Once in Salzburg, you can stroll in the streets to capture the atmosphere, visit the palace or the fortress, learn more about Mozart...
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

If you don't want to drive, Another option is to get there by train: it takes 1h46min or less - Check out times and book your train ticket

Organized Day Trip Option

This great day trip will take you to Salzburg as well as futher in Austria to 2 stunning lakes: Wolfgangsee where you will enjoy a boat trip as well as Mondsee. A fantastic program with both Architecture and Nature!

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8. Innsbruck Austria day trip from Munich

Highlights

  • Enjoy the center of Innsbruck with the colorful houses, interesting shape and the mountains all around - this is one of my favorite locations in Europe
  • Get up the cable car for very impressive views of the valley and other mountain peaks
  • If that's your think, Drive inside the valley to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds with famous artists' work around crystals

Self-drive information

  • Munich to Innsbruck: 2h drive
  • You can compare rental prices on autoeurope.com

If you don't want to drive, Another option is to get there by train: it takes 1h44min when choosing a direct train - Check out times and book your train ticket

Organized Day Trip Option

Or you can join an organized tour from Munich that will take you to the city center and the Crystal worlds with plenty of time for you to visit

Check out Program and Book

Where to Stay in Munich

where to stay in MUnich

Munich is a fantastic city with a great atmosphere. Here are some suggestions of places to stay with great location and reviews by people who stayed there:

Accommodations in Munich

To stay in the ultra-center of the city, there is no budget option

  • PLATZ HOTEL - Close to Marienplatz with a modern decor, comfortable rooms, it is a 4 star hotel - Check out photos and book
  • CORTIINA HOTEL - Elegant design, great ambiance and friendly staff on top of a central location- Check out photos and book

Just outside of the ultra-center of the city, you can find great options that can fit smaller budgets:

  • Müller In B&B - A friendly welcome, comfortable room and a practical location to visit the city - Check out photos and book
  • HOSTEL - near the train station, the Wombat City Hostel has good facilities and an a practical location - Check out photos and book
  • or:
Check out the best Rated accommodations in Munich (München)

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  1. Kylee says

    April 8, 2019 at 3:30 PM

    I didn’t realize that Salzburg and Munich were so close!

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