From magical forests to medieval streets, the route will also take you into the fabled town of Hamelin in Lower Saxony. All crooked timbered houses and little lanes, the town embraces its fame as the setting for the tale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. You can follow rat trails that mark the way to various Piper-themed attractions, including a wonderful museum dedicated to the fable with a clever mechanical installation that brings it to life.

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