Germany Trip Plan:
Stuttgart in Style
Stuttgart, self described as the new heart of Europe,
is one of the most dynamic cities in Germany. While you take tours of the surrounding towns, which are equally impressive by their maintenance to their cultural heritages, enjoy the high-quality spa that is offered. End your day sightseeing with a massage and detoxifying sauna.
Note: This is a trip plan (self-driving, stay in a vacation apartment, explore on your own)
Duration: 7 days
Recommended Destination Airport: Stuttgart Airport
Trip Plan Details:
You will live during your stay in a nice vacation apartment in Stuttgart, which features (free) for guests:
- Darts
- Private gym with a Chi machine, treadmill, fitness equipment
- Minibar
- W-Lan for internet access - free of charge
- Books
- Game box for kids
Nearby:
- Country Fair and Stuttgart airport (5 km)
- SI-Centrum with musicals (Wicked, the Witch Queen) Stgt.-Moehringen (approx. 10 km)
- Shopping (until 10 pm)
- Tennis, badminton, squash (about 4 km)
- Hiking and biking trails
- Jogging through the woods (about 4 km)
- Guided tours through the medieval town of Esslingen and experience (interactive detective game or a horror tour including dinner)
- Swimming in the Leisure and Wellness Fildorado (4 km) with giant slides, wave pool, ice temple
Cost Estimate:
We compiled some starting prices and rough estimates to help you better with your Germany trip planning.
| Lodging: | starting at $700 for 2 persons / 7 days |
| Admissions: | starting at $350 for 2 persons / 7 days |
| Car Rental: | starting at $420 / 7 days |
| Gas: | starting at $180 / 7 days |
| Estimated Total Cost: | 2 persons, starting at $1650 / 7 days |
| 4 persons, starting at $2200 / 0 day |
Travel Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Your arrival has been lovingly prepared for you in your apartment. Why not start with a glass of champagne and refuel with fruit for your vacation. Then let yourself go and enjoy the evening with our Chi Machine (Chi life energy to resolve energy blockages and tension). Enjoy quality vacation time with your loved ones and cook a big dinner. There is a farmer in the neighborhood where you can get organic vegetables. There are also a plethora of dining options within walking distance of your apartment. Feel free to ask for recommendations at a typical German and Swabian Local)
Day 2: Spa Day
You start with a smile and fresh bread, why not enjoy breakfast in bed today? Here are some suggestions for the day's events:
- Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy a full day of joy in the spa bath Fildorado (3 km) with thermal, wave, sports pools, slides and ice pillars! Rest and relax in the sauna (vitality, aroma, meditation - colorlight sauna)
- In the evening you can visit at the SI Centrum Möhringen (7 km) where there are musicals, movies or dancing, or stay in and enjoy the evening with a glass of wine on the balcony.
Day 3: Visiting Stuttgart
Today, visit the state capital Stuttgart Adventure and Theme Tours of Stuttgart, you'll be sure to walk the most beautiful corners of Stuttgart. If you are looking for some outdoor exercise there are plenty of hiking trails, nordic walks, and biking trails to choose from, just ask the tourist office where to go. Hardly any other region in Germany that has such picturesque landscapes as the Stuttgart region. In the state capital, there are many beautiful gardens and parks. These include the Chateau facilities, Rosensteinpark with Wilhelma and Killesbergpark.
Day 4: Castle and waterfall visit
Visit of the castle in Esslingen, Hohenneuffen or the waterfalls in Bad Urach!
Day 5: Shopping and visit to see the crown jewels!
Go into the center of the city and enjoy a German shopping spree, chances are you will never find the same style anywhere else in the world. After you've indulged, take a trip to see the crown jewels in the State Museum of Württemberg. In the evening try to catch a musical like we will rock you
or Wicked
at the SI-Centrum Möhringen (in about 12 minutes to reach by car).
Day 6: Mercedes Museum and Suttgart wine village
Visit the Mercedes Museum in Stuttgart, Then in the evening you can work out in the gym or on the treadmill. There is also the famous Stuttgart wine village. If you arrive after October 11th there is the Stuttgart Beer Festival which is definitely worth a visit to taste the fineness of German beer.
Day 7: Before you pack up....
Stuttgart's Wilhelma zoo is one of the most beautiful in Germany. After enjoy the scenery at its best in Stuttgart - with a Neckar boat (the stop for the tour boat is in close proximity to Wilhelma). Then it's time to pack up and head home!
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Where to Stay?
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Bad Urach
Bad Urach is a town in the district of Reutlingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is situated 14 km east of Reutlingen, at the foot of the Swabian Alb, and is known for its spa and therapeutic bath.
Related: Bad Urach travel guide
Esslingen
Esslingen am Neckar is a city in the Stuttgart Region of Baden-Württemberg in southern Germany, capital of the District of Esslingen as well as the largest city in the district. It is located on the Neckar River, about 14 km southeast of Stuttgart city…
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Stuttgart
Stuttgart was founded in the 10th century; its name is a modern version of the original Stutengarten (mare's garden
). Presently it is the 6th largest city in Germany. It is most famous for its automotive industry - both Porsche and Mercedes-Benz…
Related: Stuttgart travel guide
Wilhelmshaven
Wilhelmshaven is a town in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is situated at the western coast of the Jadebusen, which is a bay of the North Sea.
Related: Wilhelmshaven travel guide
How to maximize your savings and spend less during your Germany vacation?
You can cut down your vacation costs significantly by following these simple rules:
- Instead of eating out in restaurants most of the time your vacation rental apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen. By preparing your breakfast and dinner yourself you can save lots of money, but you can also live a more authentic Germany vacation by trying out local foods and recipes. (see some German recipe suggestions.)
- Use public transportation instead of a rental car. We provide you with links and details on how to get around using public transportation. Check out the corresponding Live Like a German travel guide for more details.