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Factor time in Fussen into your castle-hopping Bavarian itinerary, because it's a treat.

The Bavarian town tourists haven't heard of

Never heard of Fussen? Nor have most of the 1.5 million visitors who cram into Neuschwanstein Castle just four kilometres down the road.

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Hamburg, city of shipping, architecture and seafood

At Mutterland Colln's, Germany's oldest oyster bar, my starter is a selection of oysters, plump and ocean fresh.

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Neuschwanstein is the epitome of a fantasy castle.

The 20 must-do highlights of Bavaria, Germany

Bavaria is one of Europe's richest and most diverse regions, with castles, hiking trails, scenic drives and good beer to entice visitors.

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On the trail from Durnstein to Melk.

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Peace and fragrant loveliness inhabit the green hills of Austria's Wachau Valley on the Danube.

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Knofi street cafe in Kreuzberg, Berlin.

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From World War II history to vegan fare, Berlin is a city with amazing food, city beaches and spectacular nights out.

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Dinkelsbühl shows off its medieval charms and colourful character.

The medieval German gem everyone ignores

The Middle Ages was a decorative time of statue-studded fountains, gargoyles and carved doors, and Dinkelsbühl leaves it that way.

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Adina Hotel Checkpoint Charlie Berlin.

Adina Hotel Checkpoint Charlie: An ideal base for exploring Berlin

These cheery and cosy apartments are the perfect option when staying in a city built for walking like Berlin.

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Siebers Tower, Plonlein and Kobolzell Gate, Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

The cute German city with a gritty past

Rothenburg's nightwatchman offers an enthralling and unsanitised version of history.

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There is so much more to Germany than beer and sausages. This is a tantalising country of spectacular scenery, grand palaces and magical forests. From Berlin to Bavaria and Oktoberfest to Christmas markets, this is an all-in-one experience for travellers of any age. Indulge in local treats, learn of folktales or bask under big-city lights. This place won't disappoint.

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Germany, Europe

There is so much more to Germany than beer and sausages. This is a tantalising country of spectacular scenery, grand palaces and magical forests. From Berlin to Bavaria and Oktoberfest to Christmas markets, this is an all-in-one experience for travellers of any age. Indulge in local treats, learn of folktales or bask under big-city lights. This place won't disappoint.

Population: 80 million
Capital: Berlin
Official Language: German
Electricity: Type C (or Europlug) is a two-wire plug that has two round pins. It fits into any socket that accepts 4.0 – 4.8 mm round contacts on 19 mm centres. Type F (also known as a Schuko plug) has two 4.8 mm round pins spaced 19 mm apart.
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