Romantic Road and Alps Campervan Itinerary: 10 Days

Quick summary: This 10-day campervan loop from Munich follows the Romantic Road north through Augsburg and Nördlingen to Rothenburg and Würzburg, then returns south along the route to Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and the lakes. It combines medieval towns with royal castles and alpine scenery. Stellplätze outside the walled towns and campsites near the castles suit an RV rental, campervan or motorhome, and a one-way option to Frankfurt saves the return drive.

At a glance
Length10 days
Start and endMunich (or one-way to Frankfurt)
NorthRothenburg, Dinkelsbühl, Würzburg
SouthNeuschwanstein, Linderhof
LakesStarnberg or Ammersee
ToursNeuschwanstein Castle tours

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What does each day look like?

DayRouteHighlights
1Munich to AugsburgFuggerei, old town
2Augsburg to NördlingenCrater town walls
3Nördlingen to DinkelsbühlMedieval houses
4Dinkelsbühl to RothenburgWalled town
5Rothenburg to WürzburgThe Residence
6Würzburg to FüssenLong day south via the autobahn
7NeuschwansteinCastles and Alpsee
8Füssen to OberammergauLinderhof Palace
9Oberammergau to AmmerseeAndechs Abbey
10Ammersee to MunichReturn the RV rental

Which day is longest?

Day six, from Würzburg back to Füssen, around four hours by autobahn. Break it in Augsburg if you prefer.

Can you do it one-way?

Yes. Start in Munich with the castles, drive north on the Romantic Road and finish in Würzburg or Frankfurt, if your company allows. See other pickups and one-way rentals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you drive the Romantic Road as a loop from Munich?

Yes, though a one-way rental to Frankfurt saves the return drive.

How many days do you need for the Romantic Road and castles?

Around ten days at a relaxed pace.

Where can you stay in Rothenburg?

At Stellplätze or campsites outside the walls.

Is Neuschwanstein on the Romantic Road?

Yes, near its southern end at Füssen.