Module 09

Excursions and Day Trips

To the Castles

Located along the border of Austria and Germany is the Neuschwanstein Castle, which

is one of the most visited castles in Europe

The Neuschwanstein Castle

It was built by King Ludwig II using his personal fortune.

It has inspired the creators of Disneyland and is often spotted in films, too

Hohenschwangau Castle is located close to Neuschwanstein Castle and the Austrian border

The Hohenschwangau Castle

The castle was the childhood residence of King Ludwig II and was built by his father, King Maximilian II of Bavaria

Linderhof Palace is the smallest of the three palaces built by Ludwig II

The Linderhof Palace

The garden of Linderhof Palace is regarded among the most exquisite

Other Excursions

The Zugspitze is the highest mountain in Germany

Zugspitze The Top of Germany

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Three cable cars run to the top of the Zugspitze and together transport an average of 500,000 people to the summit each year.

In winter the Zugspitze is a popular skiing and snowboarding destination. The Zugspitzplatt is Germany's highest ski resort

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Nuremberg

Nuremberg, 170 km north of Munich, is a city rich in culture and a nice one-day trip for an immersion into the rich history of Germany

Nuremberg State Theatre

The Nuremberg State Theatre, founded in 1906, is dedicated to all types of

opera, ballet and stage theatre

Lake Chiemsee

The largest lake in Bavaria covers an area of 80 km2

The lake has three islands on all of which cars are forbidden

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The region around Chiemsee is Chiemgau.

It is a famous recreation area

The largest of the three islands is the Herreninsel, which is home to Herrenchiemsee, a palace built by King Ludwig II in 1878

Slyrs Whisky Distillery

A visit to the distillery in Schliersee / Neuhaus is a special treat and an experience for all your senses

The distillery offers a guided tour with many self-explanatory diagrams, films and tasting samples

The monastery is located between two lakes in the south of Munich

It is famous for its hearty food and beer

Andechs Monastery

The stroll up to the church provides a peaceful view that helps you connect with the nature and discover the contrast between the countryside and the impressive city of Munich

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