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Best Of Travels In Europe #4: Germany, Austria and Switzerland (2001)
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Germany, Austria & Switzerland
Berlin & Potsdam - Recall Germany's reunification at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate.View ancient treasures at the Pergamon Museum and admire 18th century grandeur a Frederick the Great's private retreat, Sanssouci.
Vienna & the Danube - Enjoy Viennese hospitality at a bustling coffeehouse, then salute Austria's most famous sons Mozart, Beethonven and Strauss at the Staatsopera.As a fitting finale, cruise down the blue Danube to the magnificent Melk Abbey.
Salzburg - This idyllic town on the edge of the Austrian Alps was Mozart's birthplace.Its old world charm is matched by the natural beauty of the nearby Salzkammergut Lakes District.
Switzerland's Berner Alps - Swiss Alps tower above Alpine valleys, while down below, the study in contrasts continues in visits to busy Interlaken and the sleepy town of Gimmelwald.
Western Switzerland - View the Paul Klee collection at Bern's Kunst Museum, then wander Roman ruins at Avenches.Sample fondue at Tavayenne and chocolates at Gruyere, tread medieval ramparts in Murten, and retrace Lord Byron's footsteps at Chateau Chillon.
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