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Berlin→Paris, France

5 days · 1,551 km · 17 stops

5days
1,551 kmDistance
17stops
€1,054Est. cost

A 5-day road trip from Berlin to Paris via Leipzig, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Reims

Estimated cost

€1,054estimated total
Stays €640
Fuel €180
Food €164
Other €70

Estimates generated at planning time — your actual costs may vary.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

493 km5h 39m
Start
Berlin
Drive 190 km on highway to Leipzig
1
Activity4.7

Südostallee/Königsheide

Berlin, Germany
08:30–09:0030m here

Pack, check fluids, set route

Start with full tank; set toll-free routing as needed
Drive 6 km through city streets to lunch
2
Attraction4.7

Völkerschlachtdenkmal

Leipzig, Germany
11:15–13:452h 30m here€10

Iconic monument with panoramic views

Climb stairs for views; keep a light jacket inside
Drive 290 km on autobahn; take 15-min rest mid-way
3
Food4.4

Auerbachs Keller

Leipzig, Germany
14:00–15:001h here€30

Hearty regional dishes

Ask for seasonal specials; reserve if it’s busy
End day; short walk and rest
4
Overnight4.5

Hotel NH Collection Nürnberg City

Nürnberg, Germany
18:30–19:301h here€160

Central hotel with easy parking access

Confirm parking height limits; request quiet room

Day 2

237 km2h 43m
Drive 230 km on highway; optional 10-min stretch break
5
Attraction4.7

Heidelberg Castle

Heidelberg, Germany
11:15–13:452h 30m here€12

Hilltop ruins and museum views

Use funicular to save energy; bring water
Drive 3 km to hotel; expect narrow streets
6
Food4.6

Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus

Heidelberg, Germany
14:00–15:001h here€32

Classic German fare in Old Town

Try a local dessert; keep coins for tips
End day; early night recommended
7
Overnight4.0

Hotel Bayrischer Hof Heidelberg

Heidelberg, Germany
15:30–16:301h here€150

Comfortable stay near the Old Town

Ask about nearby public parking options

Day 3

271 km3h 57m
Drive 160 km on scenic roads to Triberg
8
Activity4.3

Triberger Wasserfälle

Triberg im Schwarzwald, Germany
10:40–13:102h 30m here€8

Forest hike with waterfall viewpoints

Wear grippy shoes; trails can be wet
Drive 115 km; short rest stop before entering city
9
Attraction4.7

Grande-Île de Strasbourg

Strasbourg, France
15:10–17:402h 30m here

Gothic landmark and historic island walk

Keep valuables secure in crowded areas
Drive 4 km to hotel; allow for city traffic
10
Food4.3

Winstub le Clou

Strasbourg, France
18:00–19:001h here€34

Local Alsace cuisine and wines

Ask for a lighter option if needed
End day; prep for longer drive tomorrow
11
Overnight3.8

Hôtel Mercure Strasbourg Centre

Strasbourg, France
19:25–20:251h here€170

Central hotel for easy evening walks

Confirm garage access; keep ticket for exit

Day 4

518 km5h 35m
Drive 350 km on highway; 15-min rest stop after ~200 km
12
Attraction4.8

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims

Reims, France
12:15–14:452h 30m here

Major Gothic cathedral and stained glass

Park outside center and walk in to save time
Drive 180 km toward Versailles; expect slower approach traffic
13
Food4.2

Brasserie le Boulingrin

Reims, France
15:00–16:001h here€33

Bistro lunch with regional flavors

If sampling Champagne, keep it minimal before driving
End day; plan early entry to Paris
14
Overnight4.1

Hôtel le Versailles.

Versailles, France
18:30–19:301h here€160

Convenient base near Paris and gardens

Use public lots if hotel parking is full

Day 5

32 km1h 2m
Drive 25 km into Paris; allow extra time for traffic
15
Attraction4.8

Musée d'Orsay

Paris, France
09:30–12:002h 30m here€16

Impressionist art in a grand old station

Book timed entry; arrive 15 min early
Walk 1 km to a scenic arrival stroll
16
Food4.4

Le Paris Paris

Paris, France
12:15–13:151h here€35

Casual café meal near central sights

Keep it simple; service can be slower at peak
Trip ends in central Paris
17
Attraction4.0

Paris

Paris, France
13:45–15:452h here

Arrival walk along the Seine viewpoints

Use metro for short hops; watch for pickpockets
Finish
Paris, France

Before you go

Local tips

  • 1Start driving by 08:30 to avoid city traffic
  • 2Use hotel garages when possible to reduce street-parking stress
  • 3Plan short stretch breaks during longer highway legs
  • 4Keep a small daypack ready for attractions and walks

Good to know

  • 1Watch for low-emission zone rules when entering French cities
  • 2Avoid leaving luggage visible in the car, especially in cities
  • 3Expect congestion near Paris; add buffer time for navigation

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