Lonely Planet Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with this collection of 33 amazing road trips through Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Tour soaring Alps, fairytale castles and world-class wineries with up-to-date advice on all the destinations you'll visit along the way. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!

Inside you'll find lavish colour photography throughout, plus itineraries and planning advice to help you pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests. Easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directions make navigation a breeze, while insider tips help you get around like a local, covering everything from local driving rules and parking to toll roads and trouble spots. Essential information is at your fingertips with hours of operation, phone numbers, websites and prices, along with honest reviews for all budgets covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.

Covering Germany, Berlin, Munich, Dresden, Frankfurt, the Rhine, the Romantic Road, Lake Constance, Switzerland, the Swiss Alps, Lake Geneva, Zurich, Geneva, Austria, Tyrol, Vienna, Salzburg and more, this guide is perfect for discovering sights that are more accessible by car and experiencing these magnificent countries from behind the wheel.