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    Day 5

    79 mi
    20.2 mi
    40 min
    09:001 hr

    Kloster Lorch

    On the way to Stuttgart, it's worth to visit several scenic spots. One of the main attractions is the monastery Kloster Lorch.
    It was founded around the year 1100 by the Swabian Duke Friedrich I (1050-1105). Lorch is a small monastery that stands on a high Bank of the valley of the river Rems. This good strategic place was valued by the Romans. In 100-280 A.D. the limes – a border of the Roman Empire was exactly here. You can see it at the parking information stand and by the reconstructed life-size wooden tower of the limes.
    10.7 mi
    20 min
    10:2015 min

    Marktplatz Schorndorf

    Just lovely town of 40,000 inhabitants which is good to have a look at for during a short stop.
    15.8 mi
    40 min
    11:1555 min

    Esslingen am Neckar Castle

    In the Middle Ages, the Burg fortress successfully defended Esslingen from attacks of enemies for many times. Now it is a fashionable concert venue and a great observation deck.
    Stunning views of the city and its vineyards are offered from the top of the medieval defensive walls. In summer, there are concerts held with world stars like The Animals.
    1.5 mi
    10 min
    12:201 hr 30 min

    Restaurant Palmscher Bau

    Just before you arrive at Stuttgart, have a stop for lunch in this Germany restaurant call Palmscher Bau.
    6.4 mi
    20 min
    14:101 hr

    Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg hill

    This crypt is worth visiting. It was built by King William the First as an honour to his wife Katarina that passed away in her youth.
    7.1 mi
    30 min
    15:401 hr

    Stuttgart Television Tower (Fernsehturm Stuttgart)

    One of the main attractions of Stuttgart – the world's first TV tower built of reinforced concrete. It was built in 20 months and put into operation on February 5th, 1956.
    To get to the observation deck you have to buy a ticket. 7 Euro per adult, 4 Euro per child from 6 to 15 and free for all, who are younger than 5. And if you have a birthday, the entrance is also free, regardless of your age.
    At the top of the tower, there is a restaurant. Beautiful views included in the price of food.
    8.3 mi
    25 min
    17:0545 min

    Birkenkopf

    The highest point in the city. It's lower than the tower but made without humans.
    6.6 mi
    15 min
    18:051 hr 30 min

    Ambiente Africa

    Today's dinner is at the Stuttgart's African restaurant – Ambiente Africa. Check the photos and the reviews – it's definitely worth visiting.
    0.6 mi
    5 min
    19:4030 min

    Neues Schloss

    The rest of the day can be spent walking around the castle and the surrounding gardens.
    1.8 mi
    10 min
    20:201 hr

    Mittlerer Schlossgarten

    1.2 mi
    10 min
    22:0010 hrs

    Le Méridien Stuttgart

    This hotel is located very close to the museums of Mercedes and Porsche. Get ready!
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