Germany is the country which invented the motorcar. Similarly, the country is very beautiful to travel by car. Various destinations can easily be accessed because of the wide roads. Germany is comprised with well developed road networks which makes the ride an easy and comfortable way to enjoy the scenery. But what roads should you take to make the most of the view?
Rather than travelling through the dark tunnels which remind you of home, take the road from Rugen Island to Lake Constance instead. This avenue is filled with trees lining up along the highway which will give you a warm and fuzzy feeling. The two sides of the road are lined with centuries old trees with their arching branches meeting and intertwining overhead. This is considered as Germany’s greenest and longest scenic route. The path is a perfect epitome of a postcard picture with traces of unspoiled countryside views, truly magnificent for nature lovers.
If you are looking for a more historical route, you can go through the Baden Asparagus Route which is in Scherzheim via Reilingen, Karlsruhe and Rastatt. The reason why it has been called as such is because of the abundance of the vegetable in the area. If you’re lucky, you may even get a glimpse as harvesters work between mid April and June 24. All along Asparagus Route, various asparagus festivals are held and visitors can join in on the harvesting work as well as taste the fresh bunch.
Step back into time as you go through Castle Road which has been named as the country’s longest-established scenic trails. It runs about 1,000 kilometers from Mannheim all the way to Prague and is fully signposted. The route takes its visitors a leap back into the Medieval era where the architecture and romantic period was abundant.
Other interesting routes to take are the German Wine Route, Schleswig-Holstein Cheese Route, German Fairytale Route, German Motorbike Route, and lastly, the Route of Industrial Heritage.
It is safe to travel to German by car because of the toll free autobahn distance coverage of almost 11,000 kilometers. Over 700 filling stations, hotels, and service areas are open throughout the day. In cases of unavoidable accidents or car breakdowns, the ADAC or German Automobile Association can easily provide assistance to commuters all over the country.
As with any other country, drivers are obliged to bring along a legal driver’s license as well as the car’s registration documents and a proof of insurance. However, cars that do not possess a European registration plate which features the country code are obliged to present a sticker which shows their country’s origin.
Cars are available for rent round the clock in several cities and towns. The price depends on what type of car you rent among the wide selection from vans, compact cars or executive saloons. Aside from this, cars can also be rented from the railway stations, airports, or even at the hotel as per requested by the customer.
Germany no longer sells leaded petrol. Instead, cars are being filled with either normal and bio diesel by the numerous gas filling stations.
