Originally Posted by
VirtuallyDevious
Or the Bavaria region, for that matter.
We will be flying into Munich, staying for 3 days, flying to Sweden for an engagement, then flying back to Munich for a further 4 days.
So far we have down visiting Neuschwanstein Castle, but that's about it.
I thought perhaps the folks at FT would have some good ideas
Neuschwanstein is certainly the touristy thing to do, but its an overrated experience. If you've ever been to a Bavarian Village in America (ie...Helen, GA) you've already experienced everything Fussen has to offer. Its nothing but English/American tourists looking for Cinderellas castle.
If you're looking for a Bavarian Alp excursion, head to Mittenwald. Very easy train ride from Munich (Munich to G-P, then a short ride to Mittenwald........trains run hourly). Mittenwald is charming and it has easily accessible and hikeable mountains. You can make the experience as challenging or as easy as you like. Either way you'll have a great time.
As for your time in Munich...........head to the English Garden and find the Chinesischer Turm. Grab a beer and a pretzel and then relax.