We found so much to see, do, eat, and drink while exploring Germany and Austria ... visited castles and museums in Salzburg, and drank riesling on the Rhine River. We had so many great adventures ...

We sail close by one of the many scenic fortresses — Pfalz Castle — that were built on an island in the middle of the river. Rhine River robber barons used this island fortress—Pfalz Castle ...

Sooneck probably has the best view of the Rhine River among the four castles. It’s also a favorite of children, who can pick up a booklet of puzzles at the gift shop that takes them on a ...

WHY IT RATES: Families can enjoy an all-inclusive river cruise along two of Europe's ... choice for those wishing to visit the historic castles and fortresses situated along the beautiful Rhine. It ...

Take the family on a Disney river cruise that combines your favorite ... or learn to make strudel while in Vienna. In Melk, Austria, hike to a castle or bike along the Danube for an active day.

Growing up in Europe, my parents would routinely pack us into the car and drive us into the Alps to go skiing in Switzerland or Austria ... vineyards and castles along the river all the way ...

Photo / Supplied Kate Webster takes a fairy-tale journey down Germany’s Rhine River, where castles and cathedrals rise above quaint villages, and storied waterways reveal themselves at every ...

Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Cruise expert Placeres named AmaWaterways one of her ...

Jostling through crowds of Germans and tourists in the Rhine River village ... in what is today’s Germany. The castle owners raised heavy chains across the river when boats came — and lowered ...