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September-October 2025: Vegan-Friendly Germany Train Tour from Seattle

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Day 1: Arrival and Hildesheim Vegan Exploration

Hildesheim, Germany on September 22, 2025

9:00am

Arrival in Hildesheim

Arrive from Seattle and use local transit to reach city center to begin your exploration by foot and public transport.
USD0, 1h0m

10:30am

Breakfast at Café GrünKern

Enjoy a fully vegan breakfast featuring organic breads, plant-based spreads, smoothie bowls, and coffee; open from 9am to 2pm.
EUR12, 1h0m

11:30am

Visit Hildesheim Cathedral (St. Mary's Cathedral)

Discover the Romanesque architecture and UNESCO heritage treasures; open daily 9am-7pm.
EUR5, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Rotkehlchen

Vegan-friendly café offering hearty soups, salads, and vegan schnitzel, open 12pm-4pm.
EUR18, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Market Square and St. Michael's Church

Enjoy walking the picturesque reconstructed half-timbered buildings and the UNESCO site of St. Michael's Church, open 10am-5pm.
EUR5, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Veggie Delight Hildesheim

Savor a 100% vegan menu featuring regional and international dishes, open 6pm-10pm.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Stockse and Neustadt/Rbge via Train

Stockse and Neustadt/Rbge, Germany on September 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Vegan Bäckerei Hildesheim

Taste freshly baked vegan pastries and coffee; open from 7am to noon.
EUR8, 0h45m

8:30am

Train to Stockse

Take regional trains and local connections (~1h30m total) from Hildesheim to Stockse for rural exploration without a car.
EUR20, 1h30m

10:00am

Walk and Nature Trail in Stockse

Relax and enjoy scenic nature trails and rural landscapes, ideal for peaceful reflection, open all day.
EUR0, 1h30m

11:30am

Train to Neustadt/Rbge

Take regional and local trains to Neustadt/Rbge (~45 minutes), enjoying German countryside views.
EUR10, 0h45m

12:30pm

Lunch at Lila Löffel, Neustadt

Fully vegan restaurant specializing in creative plant-based dishes and desserts; open 12pm-5pm.
EUR18, 1h0m

1:45pm

Visit Neustadt Museum

Explore the cultural history with interesting exhibits; open 2pm-6pm. Use early afternoon to stroll town center.
EUR7, 1h30m

4:30pm

Leisurely walk in Neustadt Altstadt

Wander the quaint old town streets and visit local boutique shops.
EUR0, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Plant Power Bistro

A fully vegan bistro offering smoothies, bowls, and hearty mains, open until 9pm.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 3: Göttingen and Erfurt on Train

Göttingen and Erfurt, Germany on September 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Neustadt Vegan Bakery

Grab vegan breads, jams, and coffee prior to train ride; open from 7am.
EUR8, 0h45m

8:00am

Train to Göttingen

Travel east by train, duration about 1.5 hours with possible transfer, enjoying scenic views.
EUR25, 1h30m

9:30am

Walk Göttingen Old Town

Explore university landmarks and the famous Gänseliesel fountain; open all day and free entry.
EUR0, 2h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Café Semmler

Vegetarian and vegan-friendly café serving fresh plant-based dishes; open 10am-5pm.
EUR15, 1h0m

12:30pm

Train to Erfurt

Take a one-hour train ride southeast to Erfurt with comfortable rail service.
EUR20, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Erfurt Cathedral and Krämerbrücke

Visit the stunning Gothic cathedral and the medieval merchant’s bridge lined with unique shops; open 9am-6pm.
EUR7, 2h0m

3:30pm

Coffee Break at Vegan Café Heidelberger

Enjoy vegan cakes, coffee, and smoothies located near Krämerbrücke; open until 6pm.
EUR10, 0h45m

5:00pm

Dinner at Zum Grünen Kaktus

Vegan-friendly eatery with creative German and international dishes; open 5pm-10pm.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 4: Weißenburg/Bayern & Stuttgart by Train

Weißenburg/Bayern and Stuttgart, Germany on September 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Erfurt Vegan Delight

Fresh fruit bowls, plant-based pastries, and coffee to start your day; open 7am-10am.
EUR10, 0h45m

8:30am

Train to Weißenburg in Bayern

Approximate 3-hour train trip south combining regional and intercity rail connections.
EUR30, 3h0m

11:30am

Visit Roman Museum Weißenburg

Discover extensive Roman artifacts and history; open 10am-5pm.
EUR6, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Veganes Bistro Weißenburg

Enjoy vegan Franconian specialties and casual fare; open 11:30am-2:30pm.
EUR20, 1h0m

2:15pm

Train to Stuttgart

About 2 hours train journey westward to Stuttgart, using regional and intercity trains.
EUR25, 2h0m

4:15pm

Leisure walk at Schlossplatz Stuttgart

Relax in the vibrant central square surrounded by palaces and gardens; open all day.
EUR0, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Pure Plants Stuttgart

A 100% vegan restaurant serving innovative local and international dishes; open 6pm-10pm.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 5: Stuttgart Museums & Kempen Travel

Stuttgart and Kempen, Germany on September 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Kraftvoll

Vegan café serving energizing smoothies, bowls, and fresh baked goods; open 7am-10am.
EUR10, 0h45m

9:00am

Mercedes-Benz Museum Visit

Explore automotive history with fully accessible museum and vegan cafe onsite; open 9am-6pm.
EUR10, 2h30m

11:45am

Lunch at Museum Vegan Café

Convenient vegan options inside museum to keep you fueled; open during museum hours.
EUR20, 1h0m

1:00pm

Train to Kempen

Approximately 3-hour train ride northwest to Kempen via intercity connections.
EUR40, 3h0m

4:00pm

Explore Kempen Old Town by foot

Walk the historic city walls, gates, and quaint streets; accessible all day.
EUR0, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Veggie Corner Kempen

Enjoy diverse vegan dishes in a warm atmosphere; open until 9pm.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 6: Kempen Leisure & Departure

Kempen, Germany on September 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Local Vegan Café

Start with plant-based hot drinks, pastries, and fresh fruit; open from 7:30am.
EUR8, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit St. Mary's Church

Tour the majestic Gothic church in Kempen’s center; open 10am onward.
EUR0, 1h0m

10:30am

Shopping for Vegan Souvenirs

Browse local shops for sustainable and vegan-friendly gifts and products.
Variable, 1h0m

11:45am

Lunch at Café Extrablatt Kempen (vegan options)

Casual dining with a variety of vegan salads, sandwiches, and drinks; open 9am-3pm.
EUR15, 1h0m

1:00pm

Train to Airport for Departure

Take local and regional trains to nearest international airport for onward flight to Seattle.
EUR20, 2h0m
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