Germany

Day trips from Munich

Places you can visit in a day from Munich and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Neuschwanstein Castle
89 km from Munich
Fairy‑tale castle on a hill, reachable by bus, offers guided tours of Wagner’s inspiration.
2

Linderhof Palace
78 km from Munich
King Ludwig’s intimate palace near Ettal, known for its ornate interiors and garden fountains.
3

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
17 km from Munich
Site of former concentration camp, museum provides sober documentation of Nazi crimes.
4

Lake Starnberg (Starnberger See)
32 km from Munich
Large lake south of Munich, clear water and walking paths, good for a relaxed day by the shore.