3-Day Road Trip from Utrecht Exploring Northern Germany’s Charming Cities

Day 1: Historic Münster

Münster, Germany on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Drive from Utrecht to Münster

Start early for the approximately 2-hour drive southeast to Münster, a historic city known for its vibrant culture and beautiful old town.
Fuel cost approx EUR30, 2h0m

10:30am

Breakfast at Café Mittendrin

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and delicious German breakfast pastries in Münster’s city center.
EUR10, 1h0m

11:30am

Visit Prinzipalmarkt and St. Lambert’s Church

Explore the iconic Prinzipalmarkt with its historic arcades and visit St. Lambert's church, famous for its medieval cages on the tower.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Schütte

Savor traditional Westphalian dishes at this renowned restaurant in the heart of Münster.
EUR22, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Münster Castle and Botanical Garden

Visit the impressive Münster Castle with its beautiful gardens and the nearby botanical garden (open 9am-6pm).
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Visit LWL Museum für Kunst und Kultur

Discover regional and international art in this museum which closes at 6pm.
EUR10, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Kiepenkerl

Dine at this traditional restaurant known for hearty German cuisine and local beers.
EUR30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Overnight stay in Münster

Rest overnight at the charming Factory Hotel Münster, conveniently located near the old town.
Approx EUR110, Overnight
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Day 2: Charming Osnabrück

Münster - Osnabrück, Germany on July 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast before departing for Osnabrück.
Usually included, 1h0m

9:30am

Drive to Osnabrück

Take a scenic one-hour drive northeast to Osnabrück, a city rich in history and culture.
Fuel cost approx EUR10, 1h0m

10:45am

Visit Osnabrück Old Town

Wander through the charming historic center with its Renaissance town hall and beautiful market square.
Free, 1h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Restaurant Faun

Enjoy modern German cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere, located close to Osnabrück’s city center.
EUR25, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Felix Nussbaum Haus

Explore this unique museum dedicated to the works of painter Felix Nussbaum, open 10am - 5pm.
EUR8, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Osnabrück Zoo or Botanical Garden

Choose between the Osnabrück Zoo (open until 6pm) to see diverse animals or the nearby botanical garden.
Zoo EUR15 or free botanical garden, 1h30m

4:30pm

Drive to Bremen

Start the approximately 1.5-hour drive north to Bremen, a vibrant Hanseatic city.
Fuel cost approx EUR15, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Bremer Ratskeller

Enjoy authentic Bremen specialties in a historic cellar setting next to the Town Hall.
EUR30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Overnight stay in Bremen

Check in at the centrally located Atlantic Hotel Sail City offering panoramic city views.
Approx EUR140, Overnight
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Day 3: Historic Bremen & Return

Bremen - Utrecht on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel before sightseeing.
Usually included, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Bremen Town Hall & Roland Statue

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage medieval Town Hall and the iconic Roland Statue in the marketplace.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Walk along Schnoor Quarter

Discover Bremen’s oldest neighborhood with narrow streets, unique boutiques, and cafés.
Free, 1h0m

11:30am

Visit Übersee-Museum Bremen

Explore this fascinating ethnological and natural history museum, open until 5pm.
EUR8, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Suppengrün

Enjoy healthy and modern German cuisine in a relaxed environment in Bremen city center.
EUR20, 1h0m

2:30pm

Drive back to Utrecht

Embark on the 3.5 to 4-hour drive west back to Utrecht, concluding your scenic German road trip.
Fuel cost approx EUR40, 4h0m

6:30pm

Arrival in Utrecht

Arrive home in Utrecht by evening, completing the enjoyable 3-day road trip through Northern Germany.
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