Hameln is the home of the Pied Piper, or Rattenfänger, who rid the town of rats in 1284, only to be cheated out of his payment. Next up is the drive east across the hauntingly beautiful and off-the-beaten-track Camargue, before arriving at Bezier, famous for the nine locks of the Midi Canal. Finally, you’ll reach Santiago de Compostela,the end point of the famous Camino de Santiago, and your last stop. Rothenburg ob der Tauber ⇒ Hotel Reichs-Kuchenmeisterfor its altstadt location, traditional Bavarian decor, and fabulous breakfast!

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Fine historical cities and towns, many of which stand on the banks of the Loire, offer superb Renaissance religious buildings and architecture and of course, the fabulous and extravagant chateaux the region is best known for. As you head west from Athens towards Ancient Corinth, you’ll cross the Corinth Canal, which splits the Corinth Isthmus, the narrow strip of land between mainland Greece and the Peloponnese, and joins the Aegean and Ionian Seas, it’s worth making a stop to see what was a major feat of engineering back in the day. Take a wander through the maze of steep streets, pastel-painted stacked houses, and steps to find charming hotels and restaurants alongside chic independent boutiques. We recommend leaving enough time in your itinerary to explore the Baroque architecture of the city and visit the Salzburg Fortress for stunning panoramic views.For instance, Warsaw’s Rondo Charles de Gaulle'ais a major traffic junction and home to the towering Palm Tree. Taking fantastic images of Neuschwanstein from Marienbruck at dawn, when the light is perfect and you’ll have the bridge to yourself. Taking a black cab mural tour in Belfast for a unique cabbie’s take on local politics and the troubles. The ViaMichelin advantage: choose a hotel along the route, or close to your destination, and access the Michelin hotel selections through a filter in the results list.

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With soaring mountains and valleys, miles of golden sands, craggy headlands, and some incredible roads, head to Wales for an adventurous and eclectic road trip.

After you’ve finished seeing Gullfoss, it’s about an hour and a half drive back to Reykjavik to complete the circle. Gallipoli ⇒ Palazzo Presta for its fabulous old town location, eclectic design, and excellent service. It’s home to Iceland’s first Parliament, where chieftains formed the first laws and court proceedings at what is known as the Lögberg, and has lots of trails and beautiful nature to explore if you have the time. Whether you're interested in learning more about rich local history, wondering what the best time to travel to Europe is, or want to visit some of the stunning museums and towering castles, finding your way is the first step to a successful vacation.