Bavarian Alps, Germany
Deutsche Alpenstrasse West runs Lindau to Fussen in Bavarian Alps, Germany, Germany. The road is at its best before the first coaches arrive, so staying within a few minutes of the start is worth more than a smarter hotel an hour away. Check the season before you book. Some sections icy in winter.
Base town
Lindau
Road length
55.9 mi
Driving time
2 hr 49 min
Rating
9.4 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 10 March 2026
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The road
The western German Alpine Road weaves past castles beneath jagged limestone peaks.
Some sections icy in winter
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