Holiday roads in Füssen

In the Allgäu town of Füssen, everything that has rank and name meets. This somewhat hackneyed saying is quite literally to be taken here, at least when it comes to bike routes, long-distance hiking trails and the most popular German holiday roads. Thus, Füssen is among others intersection point of Romantic Road, Via Claudia Augusta and German Alpine Road.

Füssen im Allgäu has much to offer its visitors. Within a dreamlike landscape with impressive mountains, green meadows and forests and picturesque waters, there are numerous sights to discover such as old castles, castles and monasteries. Countless best hiking and cycling trails make Füssen popular with active holidaymakers and many wellness possibilities and a soothing climate make the Kneipp spa Füssen a perfect destination for a health holiday. In addition, popular holiday roads such as the Romantic Road, Via Claudia Augusta and the Alpine Road meet in Füssen.

The Romantic Road was 1950 Founded and is the oldest German holiday road. It has a length of 366 Kilometers and leads from Würzburg to Füssen. Many historic cities, attractive sights and impressive monuments await travelers along this most popular German holiday road. The Romantic Road can also be used by bike on the long-distance cycle path D9 “Romantic road” and be discovered on a long-distance hiking trail. Whether by bike, on foot, by bus or by car – this holiday road, which runs from Würzburg over such historic cities as Rothenburg, Dinkelsbühl, Augsburg and Schongau to Füssen, has a lot of highlights to offer. Once in Füssen, a romantic old town with narrow, winding alleys and lots of sights awaits the travelers. In addition to old Gothic houses, you can discover many historical churches and medieval architectural monuments in Füssen. On the Schrannenplatz or at the city fountain, the colorful bustle in the city exudes an almost Italian flair. Comfortable Street cafés, inns and restaurants invite you to stop and attract you with delicious Allgäuer specialties and international food. Shopping can also be done very well in the old town of Füssen. There are small and medium-sized shops offering everything from local goods to designer fashion. Above the old town, the imposing Hohe Schloss – the landmark of Füssen – with its magnificent architectural and illusion paintings on the facades towers majestically on a hill. And at the gates of Füssen, the famous Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles are waiting. Neuschwanstein Castle in particular enjoys worldwide popularity and is popular every year from far beyond One million people visited. This magnificent building, which recalls an imposing castle from the Middle Ages from the outside and has pompously furnished halls, was once commissioned by King Ludwig II. Built and is of incomparable beauty.

Füssen is also a stage destination of the famous Roman road Via Claudia Augusta, which connected southern Germany with northern Italy. Its history dates back to 1. century and until the Emperors Augustus and Claudius. Even today it is still passable via the Reschen and Fernpass. At Füssen, which used to be a Roman castle, it continues through the Forggensee. This idyllic water is a reservoir whose water is partly drained in winter. Then you can hike on the original route of Via Claudia Augusta. The traces of the old route are still very recognizable and often finds from the time of the ancient Romans are discovered on the route. The Via Claudia Augusta was built in the middle of the 90er-Jahre of the last century as a tourist attraction. Especially among culturally and culinarily interested people, it enjoys great popularity. The German part of the route is very well signposted and is also explored by bike or on foot. If you like it romantically, you even have the opportunity to travel by stagecoach on Via Claudia Augusta.

The German Alpine Road also leads through Füssen. This holiday road runs through the Bavarian Alps on over 450 Kilometers from Lake Constance to Berchtesgadener Land. Beautiful and unforgettable scenic impressions along its route are guaranteed. Historic towns, picturesque villages, crystal clear lakes, old castles and monasteries as well as imposing castles await travelers on this holiday road. All this in front of the impressive panorama of the Alpine summits. The German Alpine Road is popular with hikers and cyclists as well as motorcyclists.

In the beautiful city of Füssen the most popular holiday streets meet. So why not choose Füssen as a starting point if you want to be on one of these routes. The city on Lech really offers everything you can expect from a great holiday destination. Many sights, scenic beauty, a healthy air, numerous sports and leisure opportunities and much more. Here at the intersection of Romantic Road, Via Claudia Augusta and German Alpine Road you can really feel at home and relax. Come to Füssen and enjoy a dreamlike stay.