A trip to Germany isn't complete without a visit to the fairy-tale world of the Rhine River Valley. Flowing from Switzerland to Holland, the German section of the Rhine River is its most picturesque and is easily accessible to travellers. A throwback to medieval Germany, the Rhine is dotted with castles built around the 11th and 12th centuries. Depending on your schedule, the Rhine can be toured in an hour or a few days. I suggest that you take a least a day or two and overnight in a few of its towns.
Travellers can tour the Rhine Valley by train, car or even bike.
But in my opinion, the best and most relaxing way to see it is by boat. A number of boats sail along the Rhine and stop at a series of medieval towns along the way. These boats run daily from April to October with fewer boats in the off season. Make sure to find a seat at the outside deck so you can kick back, relax and enjoy this quiet and scenic boat trip along the Rhine. As with everything medieval, the castle-lined banks of the Rhine has its fair share of intrigue and lore.