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Romantic Road

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Romantic Road
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“The Romantic Road is a "theme route" devised by promotion-minded travel agents in the 1950s. It describes the 460 kilometres of surface roads between Würzburg and Füssen in southern Germany, specifically in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, linking a number of picturesque towns and castles. In…”
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National GeographicOct 2

Where To Go For a Fall Leaf-Peeping Road Trip

The fall foliage season is short but sweet, with just a few weeks each year offering travellers the chance to spot the glowing red, yellow and orange displays. These driving routes give visitors the ...

passes picturesque medieval towns

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  • Romantic RoadTrailpasses picturesque medieval towns
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