Hello, I am in the midst of last minute planning, and debating whether to fly to Madrid then Munich after Nice, or just go straight to Munich. I have a place to stay in Madrid, and would spend only a few days there, but that means less time in Germany (I haven't been to either place). I think Madrid is just a bit too far for this trip, and should leave it for next time, especially since it's a big city, but curious as to what the seasoned travellers think. Thanks in advance!
Posted by
OP
57 posts
I could also fly from Nice to Marseille, and explore some more of that area before flying to Germany. I also didn't factor in Paris, which I'm not too keen to visit, but I know I should. Btw, I am a single woman foodie adventurer, so if there's anything you think I need to see/do, please let me know! Thanks again :)
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32200 posts
To begin with, flying from Nice to Marseiile is ludicrous. It's only about a 2.5 hour trip via direct train (no changes).
Regarding your original question, as you only have a few days for Madrid, I'd suggest leaving that for another trip and focus on Munich this time. Unfortunately, the flights on that route may be expensive. Another option you could consider would be to travel by train but stop at an intermediate point for a night or two to break up the journey. One possibility is Verona, as it's on the rail line to Munich.
Posted by
Brisbane, Australia
7175 posts
I would try and avoid several days close together in airports, and go overland by train.
Nice => Milan => Verona => Venice => Innsbruck => Munich
Choose where you want to stop depending on the time you have available.
Posted by
Frankfurt, Germany
8938 posts
If you aren't keen on visiting Paris there is no reason that you should. Not sure why you feel you should visit a city that doesn't interest you. There is fabulous food all over Europe and people may think I am strange, but Paris did nothing for me. It was ok and all, but have no desire to return. There are so many places that I have found to be enchanting and fascinating but Paris wasn't one of them.
Head on over to Munich, there is so much to see in Germany and with autumn around the corner, there are lots of wine festivals, the produce markets are gloriously piled high with fresh vegetables, fruit, mushrooms, cheeses, honey, etc. Museums, baroque churches, 100's of years of history, and beautiful scenery await you here.
Posted by
OP
57 posts
thanks for the replies so far, I appreciate the valuable info. ms. Jo, I am very excited to visit Germany, and you sure sell it well! I only want to fly to save on time, which is worth more than $$ sometimes. otherwise, the overnight train sound very appealing.
Posted by
San Francisco
14503 posts
Hi,
On the night train route: This connection exists between Venice and Munich on the CNL direct. Munich is one the main junction points for night train routes, south, ie to Venice, east, north, and northwest. I like and recommend Munich, very interesting culturally and historically.