From Frankfurt Airport, allow roughly 45–75 minutes door to door to reach central Frankfurt, depending on baggage collection and your hotel’s location. The easiest public-transport option is the S-Bahn from the regional station to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof, followed by a short tram, U-Bahn, or taxi ride; a taxi is usually about €35–45 and takes 20–30 minutes in light traffic. Once checked in, walk toward the Altstadt rather than trying to drive into the historic center—parking is limited and expensive.
Begin at Römerberg, where the reconstructed medieval square and the Frankfurt Christmas Market make a particularly atmospheric first stop. Allow about an hour to browse the stalls and warm up with hot apple wine, a local specialty, rather than the more common mulled wine. Market dates and stall hours should be checked shortly before travel, but in early December it generally runs from late morning into the evening. From the square, step into Frankfurt Cathedral, the city’s principal Gothic church; allow around 30 minutes, while checking the day’s visiting hours because services can limit access.
Walk about 8–10 minutes through the Innenstadt to Kleinmarkthalle, a lively covered market well suited to an informal first lunch. Pick up sausages, salads, cheese, pastries, or international dishes and expect to spend around €15–25 per person. It is busiest around midday, so arriving slightly before 12:00 gives you a better chance of finding a seat. Note that its usual Sunday and public-holiday closure pattern does not affect this Thursday, but check seasonal hours before setting out.
After lunch, return toward Römerberg for Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt, directly beside the square. Its changing exhibitions are compact enough for a 1½-hour visit and make a good indoor pause if the weather is wet or cold; admission varies by exhibition, commonly around €10–16, with reduced tickets sometimes available. Check the current exhibition and last-entry time in advance, as opening hours vary by day.
Finish with a short walk to Eiserner Steg, the pedestrian bridge over the Main. From Schirn Kunsthalle, it is only a few minutes away, and dusk is the best time for the illuminated skyline and reflections on the river. Allow about 30 minutes, wrapping up warmly—the bridge is noticeably colder than the sheltered market streets. For dinner, stay around the Altstadt or walk back toward Sachsenhausen across the river for traditional apple-wine taverns; after a travel day, keeping the evening unhurried is wiser than booking somewhere far across town.
For a train-based day, leave Frankfurt as early as the timetable sensibly allows, travelling by regional trains toward Koblenz and then along the Moselle to Moselkern. Allow roughly 2.5–3 hours door to door, including getting to the station, waiting for connections and walking from the platform. Check the DB Navigator journey shortly before departure because the connection pattern and engineering work can change; a regional day ticket may be worthwhile if its validity covers the whole route, but compare it with advance fares before buying.
From Moselkern station, Eltz Castle is reached on foot rather than by a convenient public bus. The forest route is approximately 5–6 km each way and can take around an hour each way in good conditions, longer if muddy, icy or snow-covered. This makes the stop feasible but demanding without a car. Confirm the castle’s December opening arrangements before committing to the interior visit; if the grounds or interiors are closed, the walk and exterior viewpoint may still be worthwhile, but you should be comfortable treating it as a scenic hike.
Allow around three to four hours for the return walk, pauses and time at Eltz Castle. Wear waterproof footwear with good grip and carry water and a snack, as there may be no reliable winter refreshments along the route. If the castle is open, any interior visit will depend on the seasonal timetable and available guided-tour places, so do not assume you can join immediately on arrival.
Return to Moselkern and take the train onward to Cochem. The service is much easier than the castle approach, but leave a buffer for a missed connection, particularly in winter. A packed lunch or food bought at Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof is sensible, since small stations and rural attractions may have limited weekday opening.
Use the remaining daylight for Cochem’s old town, riverside promenade and the viewpoint toward Cochem Castle. An exterior visit is the realistic winter option unless the official seasonal programme confirms an open interior tour. Allow about 90 minutes and leave time for a warm drink or simple meal; budget approximately €15–30 per person for a casual lunch or early dinner.
The Cochem Christmas market is only worth planning around if the official schedule confirms that it is operating on this date and at your arrival time. It is a compact seasonal stop rather than a reason to delay the onward train, especially with a long evening journey ahead.
Continue from Cochem by rail via Koblenz, Frankfurt and Würzburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The full journey can take roughly five to six hours, so this plan requires an early start and will probably place you at your accommodation in the evening. Reserve seats where offered, check the final connection before leaving Cochem, and arrange late check-in in advance.
This is considerably more train-friendly than hiring a car, but it is also a full day. If the winter trail to Eltz Castle is icy or the castle’s seasonal access does not justify the effort, the practical fallback is to spend more time in Cochem and take an earlier train toward Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
After the drive from Wierschem, plan to reach Rothenburg ob der Tauber in the early evening rather than trying to begin sightseeing immediately. The route via the A48, A3 and A7 takes about three hours of driving, but allow closer to four hours door to door with a fuel stop, winter road conditions and parking. Leave enough time to check in and unload before exploring. The most useful parking areas are just outside the walls—P1 Schrannenplatz or P2 Nördlinger Tor are practical choices; do not attempt to drive through the narrow centre unless your accommodation has arranged access.
Once you are on foot, begin at Plönlein, the town’s famous forked-lane view, which is particularly atmospheric as the shop lights come on. Allow about 30 minutes for photographs, then walk uphill through the old lanes to Marktplatz and Rothenburg Town Hall Tower. The tower climb is steep and narrow, and access is dependent on the day’s winter opening hours and weather, so check locally before committing; allow roughly an hour including queues and the climb. From the top, you get the best sense of the intact walls, red roofs and surrounding Tauber valley.
Continue along Herrngasse to the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village. It is an easy 10-minute walk from the market square and makes a good warm indoor stop, with a huge year-round Christmas display rather than a quick souvenir shop. Allow around 45 minutes, though it can be crowded on a Saturday. For a light lunch or coffee nearby, Café Einzigartig on Galgengasse is a pleasant, informal option; expect approximately €8–15 per person for a drink and simple meal.
Spend the late afternoon at the Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Market, spread around Marktplatz, Grüner Markt and the adjoining lanes. Stalls typically include hot spiced wine, grilled sausages, potato dishes and local sweets; budget around €10–20 for snacks and drinks. The market’s exact closing time and stall layout vary by year, so confirm locally, and keep cash handy as smaller vendors may not accept cards. This is the best time to wander without an over-planned route—look into the side streets around Herrngasse and Obere Schmiedgasse as the town lights come on.
Book an early table at Zur Höll, a characterful wine-cellar restaurant in one of the oldest parts of the centre. Its low ceilings and medieval setting are part of the appeal, but tables are limited and advance reservation is wise, particularly on a Saturday. Allow about 90 minutes and budget roughly €25–45 per person before drinks. After dinner, join the Night Watchman’s Tour if the December schedule includes an evening departure. It usually lasts about an hour and is one of the most enjoyable ways to see the walls and lanes after dark, but the timetable, meeting point and language should be confirmed with the local tourist office or your hotel. Wear shoes with good grip: the cobbles can be slick in winter.
Your journey from Rothenburg ob der Tauber is shown separately, so keep the morning and early afternoon flexible for the train connection, station access, luggage drop and lunch. Once checked in, begin at Würzburg Residence, a short walk or tram ride from the station. Allow around 1.5 hours for the state rooms, frescoed staircase and gardens if accessible; check the official Sunday timetable and admission arrangements in advance, as winter opening can be limited. Budget roughly €9–12 per adult.
Walk from the Residence through the centre to St. Kilian Cathedral, then continue to Marienkapelle and the surrounding market square. These stops are close together and work well at an unhurried pace, with time to browse small shops and pause for coffee. A light lunch or cake stop will generally cost about €8–15 per person; for a fuller Franconian meal, allow approximately €18–30.
Continue downhill to the Alte Mainbrücke around the late afternoon. The bridge is especially atmospheric as the city lights come on, and it gives a clear view towards the vineyards and Marienberg Fortress without requiring another major museum visit. Allow room to linger here rather than trying to force in a second long attraction.
If energy and weather allow, finish at Käppele on Nikolausberg. The uphill walk from the bridge takes roughly 25–35 minutes, or a taxi makes the ascent easier in winter; check the church’s interior access locally, since this may be restricted outside services. Return to the centre for dinner, allowing about €20–35 per person. Keep the evening flexible: December pavements can be slippery, and the next morning’s onward journey is easier after an early night.
After your journey from Würzburg, make your way to Domberg and begin with Bamberg Cathedral. Allow about an hour for the Romanesque interior, the Prince-Bishop’s Tomb, and the side chapels. Check the cathedral’s current visiting hours before setting out, since services can limit sightseeing; Monday is also a quieter day for the old town. The hilltop is exposed and chilly in December, so have a warm layer ready.
Continue next door to Alte Hofhaltung, the former prince-bishops’ palace. Its courtyards and passageways are compact, and around 30 minutes is enough to appreciate the timber-framed details without rushing. From here, walk downhill through the old town toward Sandstraße, keeping the rest of the morning flexible for photographs and small shops.
Have lunch at Schlenkerla, where you can sample the famous smoked beer, or Rauchbier, with a Franconian plate or another hearty seasonal dish. A small beer is sensible if you are unsure about the smoky flavour. Budget approximately €20–35 per person, and allow for a possible short wait around midday.
After lunch, walk toward the Regnitz and follow the riverfront through Little Venice. The stroll takes roughly 45 minutes and is best enjoyed slowly: the former fishermen’s houses are particularly attractive in winter light, and the opposite bank gives the clearest views. Keep the afternoon unhurried, with time to stop for coffee or browse the surrounding lanes.
Finish at the Bamberg Christmas Market on Maximiliansplatz, checking the official schedule because exact Advent hours can vary and Monday trading may be shorter. The market is compact, so allow about 1½ hours for craft stalls, mulled wine, roasted almonds or a sausage. If you are continuing by train, Bamberg station is reachable by bus or a walk of roughly 20–25 minutes; leave extra time if carrying luggage or travelling after dark.
Arrive in Regensburg by train late in the morning, then walk or take a short local-bus or taxi transfer from the station to your accommodation or luggage drop. The old town is about a 15–20-minute walk from the station, so leave larger bags before sightseeing if your accommodation cannot check you in yet. Keep the rest of the day on foot; a train arrival leaves no need for a car or parking garage.
Walk through the old lanes to Regensburg Cathedral, whose twin Gothic towers dominate the city. Set aside about an hour, including time to look at the stained glass and carved interior. Opening times can vary around services, particularly on a Tuesday, so check the cathedral’s current schedule before setting off; admission is generally free, with donations welcome.
From the cathedral, follow the pedestrian streets towards the river and cross the Old Stone Bridge, one of Regensburg’s defining landmarks. The bridge takes around 45 minutes at an unhurried pace, especially if you pause on the centre span for views back towards the cathedral and the old town. At the far side, stop at Historische Wurstkuchl, the famous riverside sausage kitchen, for grilled sausages with sauerkraut and bread. Budget approximately €15–25 per person; seating is informal and outdoor tables can be chilly in December, so dress warmly. If it is busy, the quick-service format usually keeps the queue moving.
Continue into Stadtamhof, a quieter former suburb with colourful façades, small cafés and a more local feel than the main old town. After exploring, return across the bridge and wander through Haidplatz, one of the city’s prettiest squares, lined with historic buildings and useful for a warming coffee break. Together, these two quarters make a relaxed 1½-hour stroll rather than a checklist of museums.
Finish at the Regensburg Christmas Market at Neupfarrplatz, usually open through the Advent season from late morning into the evening, though exact hours should be confirmed for 2026. Browse the craft stalls, try a mug of Glühwein or hot apple punch, and allow about 1½ hours as dusk settles over the square. Keep your receipt if you want to reclaim the deposit on the reusable mug. From the market, return to your accommodation on foot; the old town is compact, and the evening streets are particularly pleasant when the Christmas lights are on.
After arriving from Regensburg at Munich Hauptbahnhof, allow roughly 20–30 minutes to walk or use public transport into the Altstadt, plus time to leave luggage if necessary. Head first to the Munich Residenz for its palace interiors, treasury, and state rooms. Allow about two hours. Check the official winter opening schedule before travelling and consider booking ahead, as the Christmas period can be busy; final admission is normally well before closing.
Walk a few minutes south to Viktualienmarkt, where you can make a relaxed lunch from Bavarian specialties rather than committing to a formal restaurant. Look for sausages, roast pork, cheese, soup, or a warm pretzel, budgeting approximately €15–25 per person. Individual stalls keep their own hours, so treat this as a flexible stop and carry some cash for smaller vendors.
Continue north through the pedestrian centre to Marienplatz and spend around 45 minutes taking in the Neues Rathaus, the square, and the surrounding festive streets. The Munich Christmas Market is best revisited after dusk, when the lights and decorated stalls are most atmospheric; allow about 1½ hours. Confirm the 2026 market dates and hours nearer the trip, and keep cash available because not every stall accepts cards.
Finish with dinner at Hofbräuhaus München on Platzl, about a five-minute walk from Marienplatz. Allow roughly 1½ hours and budget €25–40 per person for Bavarian dishes such as sausages, roast pork, or dumplings. Reservations are useful for an evening meal, though the large beer hall may still have some walk-in seating.
Your journey from Munich is handled separately today, so keep the first part of the day flexible for the train, station access, luggage collection and checking in. From Salzburg Hbf, the historic centre is roughly 15–20 minutes on foot or a short local-bus ride. Leave bags at your accommodation or use station luggage storage if available; this will make the old town much easier to explore.
Allow about €12–20 per person for a casual lunch near the station or in the old town. Since tomorrow is better reserved for the fortress and Christmas-market visit, avoid trying to fit those into today and use the afternoon for Salzburg’s central squares and churches instead.
Begin at Salzburg Cathedral, allowing around 45 minutes. Continue to Kapitelplatz, where you can pause for the impressive views towards Hohensalzburg Fortress without committing time to the fortress visit itself. The area is compact and walkable, with most transfers between stops taking only a few minutes over cobbled streets.
Visit Franziskanerkirche next, then give yourself an hour or more to wander the surrounding Salzburg old-town lanes. This is a good time to browse bookshops, craft shops and cafés rather than following a tightly packed sightseeing schedule. Allow roughly €5–10 for coffee and cake, or €18–30 per person for a relaxed sit-down dinner later in the evening. Church access can occasionally be affected by services, so keep the order flexible.
For a quieter finish, walk down to the Salzach and follow the riverside briefly before returning to the old town. The walk takes about 45 minutes at an easy pace and gives you a good first view of Salzburg after dark. In December, wear shoes with good grip: the river path and old-town paving can be wet or icy.
Have dinner in the old town or near your accommodation, budgeting approximately €20–35 per person before drinks. Keep the evening unhurried and check the next day’s opening times for Hohensalzburg Fortress and the Salzburg Christmas Market before turning in; both are the main priorities for tomorrow.
You are already in Salzburg, so begin without another transfer. Head to the Festungsbahn funicular and allow roughly 10–20 minutes from a central old-town hotel, depending on your starting point. Take the funicular rather than walking up the steep fortress path, particularly if the ground is icy. Allow about two hours for Hohensalzburg Fortress, including the state rooms, museums and viewpoints across the rooftops and surrounding mountains.
Check the December opening schedule and the final funicular descent before setting out, since winter hours can be shorter. Admission commonly costs roughly €12–18 depending on the ticket type. Arriving close to opening usually means a quieter visit, while Friday afternoon tends to be busier with Advent visitors.
Walk downhill through the old town to Salzburg Cathedral, allowing around 45 minutes. Continue to St. Peter’s Abbey and Cemetery, one of the most atmospheric parts of central Salzburg; allow another 45 minutes, with the catacombs subject to opening times. This compact route works well in winter and leaves time to browse the lanes around Getreidegasse without trying to repeat yesterday’s sightseeing.
Stop for lunch in the old town, budgeting approximately €15–25 per person for a casual meal or €25–45 for a more substantial sit-down option. Keep the afternoon flexible: December weather can change quickly, and the old town is enjoyable simply for wandering, shop windows and decorated squares.
If you would like an indoor afternoon, take the Mönchsberg lift to the Museum der Moderne Salzburg. Allow 1½–2 hours, plus time for the lift and the viewpoint. Otherwise, use this slot for a slower café stop and further exploration of the old town rather than adding another major attraction. Confirm the museum’s current Friday opening arrangements and admission before committing, as seasonal schedules can vary.
Finish at the Salzburg Christmas Market on Domplatz and Residenzplatz, where the stalls are especially atmospheric as the lights come on. Allow about two hours and budget roughly €4–8 for a drink or snack, with a casual market-style dinner usually around €12–25 per person. Check the official 2026 closing time before relying on a late visit, and dress warmly: the open squares can feel considerably colder than the sheltered lanes.
Walk back to your accommodation afterward, or use a local bus from the edge of the pedestrianised centre. Keep tonight relaxed so you are ready for tomorrow’s journey to Innsbruck; that transfer is short, but luggage, checkout and station access still make it sensible not to plan a late night.
Allow the morning journey from Salzburg to run separately, with realistic time for the train, station access and luggage. On arrival at Seefeld in Tirol, walk from the station to your accommodation if practical—most of the centre is close by—or take a short taxi if you have bulky bags. Leave luggage or check in, then have a relaxed lunch; budget roughly €15–25 per person for a casual meal.
Collect and fit your skis, boots, poles and helmet at one of the Seefeld ski-rental shops near the station or village centre. Reserve equipment and any lessons in advance, as the period before Christmas can be busy; allow 1½–2 hours for fitting, adjustments and paperwork. Confirm the next day’s lift arrangements, snow conditions, ski-bus times and whether your lift pass is best bought online or locally.
Use the remaining daylight for an easy walk around the Seefeld pedestrian centre. Locate the ski-bus stops, grocery shops and your route to the ski area, but keep the afternoon unhurried after travelling. Have an early dinner, around €20–35 per person for a main course and drink, and prepare clothing and equipment for the first full ski day tomorrow. Five ski days then fit comfortably on Days 11–15, leaving Day 16 for the final ski morning and onward travel to Munich.
After breakfast, walk or take the local ski bus from your accommodation to the Rosshütte Ski Area. Since it is Sunday, start reasonably early to avoid the busiest queues and make the most of the daylight. Allow around five to six hours on the mountain, including a break; lift operation, snow coverage and access to the higher pistes are weather-dependent, so check the live status before leaving. A day pass is likely to be approximately €50–70, with equipment hire and lessons extra.
Use the Rosshütten-Express and connecting lifts to reach the higher terrain, then choose runs according to visibility and snow conditions. The upper slopes can be exposed and windy in December, while lower pistes may be more comfortable if the weather turns. If you are hiring equipment, allow at least 30–45 minutes before skiing and reserve in advance if you need a particular boot or ski size.
For lunch, either use one of the operating mountain huts or return to the Seefeld village centre for a warmer, more flexible meal. Budget roughly €15–30 per person for a casual Tyrolean lunch and drink. Returning to the village takes extra time, so stay on the mountain if you want a full uninterrupted ski session; come down around 2:30–3:00pm if you would prefer a relaxed afternoon.
After changing out of ski gear, walk toward Wildsee for an easy winter stroll. Allow about 45–60 minutes and take care on icy paths. Mid-December daylight fades early, so skip this walk if visibility is poor or you finish skiing late. Keep the evening close to your accommodation, with dinner in the village and an early night for another ski day tomorrow.
Stay close to Seefeld today and ski from the Rosshütte Ski Area, avoiding another road transfer after several active travel days. Walk or take the local ski bus from your accommodation to the base station; allow around 15–30 minutes depending on where you are staying. Arrive around 08:15–08:45 to collect equipment, buy or validate your lift pass and be ready for the first lifts. A day pass is commonly around €55–70 for an adult, subject to the current winter tariff and any online or multi-day discount.
Start on the lower and middle pistes to assess the snow and visibility, then move higher toward Seefelder Joch if the upper lifts are operating. The area suits a relaxed full ski day, particularly for intermediate skiers, but terrain and lift access can change with wind, snowfall and early-season conditions. Allow time for queues at the rental shop and lifts, and keep goggles, gloves and an extra layer accessible: the exposed upper slopes can feel considerably colder than the village.
Have lunch at a mountain restaurant within the ski area, ideally slightly before or after the busiest 12:00–13:00 period. Budget approximately €15–30 per person for a main dish and drink. A one-hour break is enough to warm up without losing too much skiing time, though keep some flexibility if weather causes a lift interruption or the pistes are crowded.
Use the afternoon for a few more runs at a comfortable pace rather than trying to cover every lift. If visibility deteriorates, stay on the lower marked pistes and follow the resort’s current lift and piste status rather than heading into unfamiliar terrain. Return equipment before the rental shop’s closing time if applicable, then allow a little time to dry gloves and ski clothing before going out again.
Spend the late afternoon wandering through Seefeld village, keeping the evening deliberately unhurried after a full day outdoors. Choose a nearby regional restaurant for dinner and allow roughly €25–40 per person for a main course and a drink; reservations are sensible during the winter season, especially if you want to eat at a particular time. Keep the rest of the evening free for an early night, since tomorrow is another ski day.
Leave Seefeld around 07:30–08:00 for Kühtai Ski Resort, allowing roughly 45–60 minutes by car. The road can be snowy or icy, so winter tyres are essential and snow chains may be required in heavier conditions; check the road report before setting out. Allow time to park, collect rental equipment and buy your lift pass before skiing for around six hours.
Take a proper mountain lunch at Drei-Seen-Hütte, budgeting approximately €15–30 per person for a main course and drink. Allow about an hour rather than trying to eat quickly between runs. Keep some cash with you, as mountain huts can have limited card acceptance or weak mobile reception.
After skiing, spend around 45 minutes walking around the Kühtai resort area. Keep this gentle after a full day on the slopes, using the nearby viewpoints and village paths rather than attempting a longer trail. Allow extra time for the drive back if snowfall starts, and change out of wet ski clothing before setting off.
Back in Seefeld, return rental equipment if needed, warm up at your accommodation and take an easy stroll through the village centre. Budget approximately €15–25 per person for a casual dinner, or more for a sit-down Tyrolean meal. Check the next day’s lift conditions before bed and give ski clothing and boots plenty of time to dry.
With no transfer scheduled today, make this one of your proper ski days. Start after breakfast and allow time to reach the lifts from your accommodation in Seefeld; depending on where you are staying, the walk is often manageable, while the local ski bus is useful with boots and equipment. Aim to be ready for the first comfortable lift opening rather than rushing, particularly if you need to collect equipment or top up a lift pass.
Spend the morning exploring the easier and intermediate pistes around Rosshütte Ski Area, then move higher only if the December snow cover, wind and visibility are suitable. The terrain and operating lifts can change considerably early in the season, so check the resort’s lift status and webcams before setting out. A day lift pass is typically a significant part of the budget, while equipment hire commonly runs about €25–45 per person per day depending on the equipment level and whether it is booked in advance.
Stop at a mountain restaurant within Rosshütte Ski Area for a practical lunch rather than returning to the village. Allow roughly €15–25 per person for a main dish and drink, and expect queues during the busiest lunch period. Keep the afternoon flexible: if conditions are good, continue skiing until the lifts begin to wind down; if visibility or energy drops, finish early and return equipment without trying to squeeze in extra runs.
Allow at least 20–30 minutes after skiing to remove boots, return hired gear and get back to your accommodation. If you are carrying your own equipment, confirm the ski-bus arrangements or use a taxi for the short local journey rather than walking in ski boots.
Keep the evening easy after a full day outdoors. Wander through the pedestrian centre, browse the seasonal lights and choose a nearby Tyrolean restaurant, budgeting approximately €25–40 per person for a main course and drink. Booking is sensible in December, especially if you want to eat at a particular time.
An early night will be worthwhile: keep the following ski morning uncomplicated, and check the next day’s lift report and weather before deciding whether to repeat Rosshütte Ski Area or choose another nearby Tyrolean ski area.
Keep this as an unhurried ski day at Rosshütte Ski Area, reached from your accommodation in Seefeld by a short walk or local bus. Allow 20–30 minutes for equipment preparation, lift-pass collection and checking which lifts and runs are operating. An adult day pass may be roughly €55–75, but the final 2026–27 price and open terrain will depend on the winter season and snow conditions.
Ski for around four hours rather than trying to cover every available run. Take regular warm-up breaks and check the final lift times before heading to the more distant pistes. If visibility or snow quality is poor at altitude, ask the lift office which lower or more sheltered runs are currently in the best condition.
Have lunch at Rosshütte Panorama Restaurant, budgeting approximately €18–30 per person for a main dish and drink. It can be busiest around noon, so eating slightly earlier or later should give you a more relaxed break. Keep water and a small snack in your daypack in case queues or changing weather affect the timing.
After returning your equipment, walk to Seekirchl for a short snowy photo stop; the exterior is the main attraction, and 20–30 minutes is sufficient. If you are tired after skiing, skip this stop and go directly to Olympiabad Seefeld for swimming and sauna time. Allow roughly €15–30 per person depending on the admission area and duration, and bring swimwear, flip-flops and a towel or check locally whether towel hire is available.
Finish with an easy dinner in Seefeld, allowing around €20–35 per person for a casual Tyrolean meal. Check Olympiabad Seefeld’s current opening schedule and sauna rules in advance, and keep the afternoon flexible in case snow conditions or tired legs make a shorter ski session the better choice.
Your regional train from Seefeld in Tirol should bring you into München Hauptbahnhof around late morning or midday, depending on the service you take. Allow roughly 30–60 minutes to continue to your accommodation, leave luggage and get settled; if your room is not ready, use the station’s left-luggage facilities or ask the hotel to hold your bags. Keep the first afternoon flexible after the ski week, with about €4–10 for local transport depending on how much you use the U-Bahn and tram.
Once rested, head towards Odeonsplatz, allowing approximately 15–25 minutes from central accommodation by U-Bahn or tram. Walk past the Theatinerkirche and through the Hofgarten if you have the energy, then continue south on foot towards Asamkirche. The church is a small but remarkable Baroque interior and normally needs only a short visit; opening can be affected by services, so treat it as a flexible stop rather than a timed admission. This central route is easy to shorten if the train journey or luggage logistics take longer than expected.
Continue on foot or by tram towards Glockenbachviertel, where you can browse the residential streets around Gärtnerplatz without repeating the previous day’s park-and-market plan. Allow €5–12 per person for coffee or cake, then approximately €15–30 per person for a casual dinner, more for a full-service meal. Keep the evening open rather than booking anything tightly: after skiing and the transfer, an early dinner and a quiet walk are likely to be more enjoyable than adding another major attraction.
Allow the morning for arrival logistics, settling in and a late start rather than trying to force a full ski day. Use the Seefeld Ski School practice area for an easy refresher on braking, balance and turning. Spend around two and a half to three hours on the snow, including a warm-up and coffee break. Confirm the lesson area and lift status locally, as December operations depend on snow cover and the seasonal timetable. A short equipment rental period may cost roughly €30–50, while a lesson costs extra.
After a quick lunch, head to the Rosshütte Ski Area for a final two- to three-hour session. From the village centre, the valley station is generally reachable on foot in around 10–20 minutes, though allow longer with ski boots or bulky equipment. Check the afternoon lift closing time before setting out and keep the session deliberately short so there is no rush to return rental gear. A lift pass may be approximately €45–65 for an adult, depending on the area and current tariff.
If conditions and opening times allow, spend about an hour at the Seefeld Sports Arena for skating or another available winter activity. Admission and equipment hire commonly total around €10–20, but session times vary; if it is closed, use the time for a café stop and a final stroll through the village instead.
Return all rented equipment before dinner and keep the evening unhurried. A traditional Tyrolean restaurant in the village centre should cost around €25–45 per person before drinks; booking is sensible during the Christmas period. Pack and organise travel documents tonight, leaving room for rest after the journey into Seefeld and avoiding an overambitious final ski outing.
With the Seefeld-to-Munich journey completed separately, keep the morning flexible for arrival logistics and settling in. From München Hauptbahnhof, regional trains to Landshut generally take about 45–55 minutes; allow roughly 1½ hours door to door once you include walking to the station, waiting and the local walk from Landshut station into the centre. A Bayern-Ticket can be good value for a group travelling together, but check the current rules and Sunday validity before buying.
Walk from the station toward the compact Altstadt and follow the main historic street to St. Martin’s Church. Continue uphill to Trausnitz Castle for the viewpoint, then come back down for lunch in the old town. Allow approximately €15–25 per person for a casual lunch, or €5–9 for a bakery lunch and a hot drink. Castle interiors and church access can have reduced winter or Sunday hours, so treat the exterior walk and town itself as the dependable core of the visit.
Return to Munich in the mid- to late afternoon rather than trying to fill every minute in Landshut. If energy allows, walk through the southern English Garden and pause at the Eisbach rapids; it is an easy, atmospheric way to see Munich without repeating the central sights already scheduled elsewhere. Allow €8–15 for a light dinner or market-style food, with a sit-down meal more likely to be €20–35 per person excluding drinks.
A seasonal market near the Chinesischer Turm may be open on this Sunday, but Christmas-market dates and hours vary by year, so verify the 2026 schedule before relying on it. Otherwise, simply use the park walk and choose dinner near your accommodation. Keep the evening early: tomorrow is already planned around Munich and a smaller-town excursion.
From central Munich, take a regional train to Landshut; allow roughly 45–60 minutes each way, plus about 15 minutes to walk from the station into the old town. Regional tickets are usually the simplest option, with a return budget of approximately €20–35 depending on the fare and passenger group. Leave after breakfast so you can enjoy the town before the afternoon light fades.
Start in Landshut Old Town, following the long pedestrian-friendly street toward the main square. Stop at St. Martin’s Church on the way; it is a compact visit, so there is no need to build the day around a fixed admission slot. Allow roughly €8–15 per person for a casual lunch, coffee and something from a bakery rather than booking a formal meal.
After lunch, walk uphill to Trausnitz Castle. The climb is manageable but can be slippery in winter, so wear shoes with good grip. The grounds and viewpoints are the reliable part of the visit; check the official calendar before travelling if you specifically want the indoor rooms, as winter Monday access can be restricted.
Return through the centre and look for the Landshut Christmas market area before taking an early-evening regional train back. Treat the market as a bonus rather than the main reason for the trip: Monday trading can be reduced after the weekend. Keep the evening free for dinner near your accommodation, with approximately €18–30 per person for a comfortable meal.
Keep the afternoon deliberately light after travelling. Allow roughly 45–60 minutes after arrival for reaching your accommodation, collecting keys and settling in; winter delays and the final local connection can easily make this longer. Avoid planning a timed attraction or restaurant reservation today.
Have dinner close to your accommodation, budgeting approximately €15–30 per person for a casual meal. If you arrive with energy, take a short walk around the immediate neighbourhood to get oriented, but leave the main sightseeing for the following day. This is also a good evening to check onward train times, charge devices and organise luggage before continuing the itinerary.
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