Germany
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Offical name: Federal Republic of Germany
Capital: Berlin
Form of Government: Federal Republic
Area: 357,386 km²
Population: 82.8 million
Other major cities: Frankfurt, Cologne, Bonn, Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Munich
From half-timbered medieval towns, dense forests, ancient fairytale castles to modern cities, and home to some of the most popular car manufacturing companies in the world ,the famous Oktoberfest and World War II history, Germany offers an incredible range of experiences for everyone.
Germany’s central and southern regions have forested hills and mountains cut through by the Danube, Main and Rhine river valleys. In the north, the landscape flattens out to a wide plain that stretches to the North Sea. The German Alps are truly breathtaking. Bavaria is a particularly picturesque region of Germany, renowned for its medieval castles and fairytale countryside. Germany’s largest wooded area, in the southwest near the Swiss border, the Black Forest, a mountainous region full of pines trees, is home to the cuckoo clock.
Germany is home of many famous classical music composers include Bach, Brahms, and Beethoven. Writers and Poets are Goethe, Schiller and famous Scientist Einstein!
Germany has bucket-loads of experiences to offer when it comes to holidays! Here’s the list of some cities that you may like to consider to add in your bucket list during your holiday in Germany.
Berlin
Berlin, the capital of Germany and the country's largest city, is a vibrant modern town, with an eclectic mix of new and classic architecture, contemporary art galleries, modern shopping malls, and the remaining of historical landmarks such as the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg gate, creating an exciting contrasts.
The Berlin Wall
Originated in 1961 when East Germany sealed off that half of the city to prevent citizens from fleeing to West Germany,
dividing the city for almost 30 years. Most of the Wall has been torn down in 1989, but several sections are still standing for display. The longest remaining section is the East Side Gallery, where visitors can admire a colorful chain of graffiti art including the top highlight – the kiss of the General Secretary of the Communist Party Leonid Brezhnev and GDR leader Erich Honecker.
Checkpoint Charlie
Check Point Charlie was one of the most famous crossing points between West and East Germany back in the day. Now the guardhouse and sandbags in the centre of the street become a popular photo spot for visitors in Berlin.
Brandenburg Gate
The Brandenburg Gate is Berlin's most significant landmarks. Once a symbol of a of separation between East and West Berlin, and now a symbol of unity and peace.
Reichstag (Parliment House)
After the reunification of Germany, the Neo-Renaissance palace underwent a 10-year reconstruction and finally became the meeting place of the German Parliament in 1999. The building has since been completely modernised. It has a glass dome, which represents the political transparency of the city. Visitors can look out from the glass dome to get sweeping views of the hustle and bustle city.
Alexanderplatz
The largest square in Germany, Alexanderplatz was the center of East Berlin life, but was transform to be the city’s main shopping and entertainment district at the start of the 20th century. Now home to the World Time Clock and the Television Tower (Fernsehturm), one of the famous remain of GDR’s concrete architecture.
Television Tower (Fernsehturm)
Located in the former East Berlin district, the Berlin Television Tower, known to locals as the Fernsehturm, was built as a Soviet symbol of power in East Berlin. It is visible from every corner of the city, making it one of the symbols of the city. The observation deck offers an incredible 360° view over the city and there’s also a revolving restaurant, which requires a bit of pre-planning if you want a table.
Potsdam Square
The Postdam Square was an empty no-man’s-land from 1945 until the fall of the wall. Now, a bustling square dominated by the Sony Center, endless shopping galleries, skyscapers, lots of entertainment and nightlife.
Holocaust Memorial
A memorial to the murdered Jews of Europe. Below the sprawling memorial is an information center that houses the background on Holocaust victims , with diaries, letters, photographs and personal effects of some of the victims.
Unter den Linden Avenue
Berlin’s oldest and most stately boulevard runs east to west from the Musuem Island to the Brandenburg Gate. The Zeughaus, State Opera and Humboldt University are lined along the avenue.
Many of the historic landmarks in Unter den Linden were levelled or badly damaged during the war and were rebuilt or restored after Reunification.
Museums Island
The Museum Island, located in the middle of the Spree River, is a complex with an ensemble of the city’s five world-beating museums. These are the Altes Museum, Alte National Galerie, Neues Museum, Bode Museum and the Pergamon Museum. The Museum Island was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1999.
Berlin Cathedral
Located in the Museum Island, the Neo-Renaissance style Cathedral consecrated in 1961, is the largest and one of the most impressive churches in Berlin. It offers an incredible view of the city from the top of the Dome.
Gendarmenmarket
The Gendarmenmarkt, one of Berlin's largest squares, located close to Friedrichstraße, Berlin's exclusive shopping street. It is dominated by three historic landmark buildings: the Concert House, the French Cathedral (Französischer Dom), and the German Cathedral (Deutscher Dom). During December, the entire square becomes the city's famous Christmas Market.
Charlottenburg Palace
The magnificent late 17th-century Charlottenburg Palace was Berlin's oldest and largest Prussian estate. Now it hosts fine collections of historic porcelain, sumptuous tableware, the Crown Jewels and other royal items. In the Rococo New Wing, visitors get a glimpse of the glamorous state apartments in which the Prussian Kings and Electors lived, and 42-meter-long Golden Gallery with its rich, gilded stucco.
Be sure to visit the Mausoleum with its royal tombs as well as the garden with elegant landscape that was inspired by the gardens at Versailles.
Black Forest (Schwarzwald )
Black Forest (Schwarzwald in German), is home to the cuckoo clock, the Grimm Brothers' fairy tales and world-renowned thermal spas. It is known for idyllic villages, peaceful mountain, glittering river, unspoilt lakes and dense forest scenery. It is the perfect place for quiet, scenic walks, and taking in the natural beauty around you.
Lake Titisee
Lake Titisee is located in the Black Forest National Park amid thick forest in the foothills of Feldberg and Hochfirst. The lake is a popular vacation destination surrounded by the pretty town of Titisee-Neustadt, which is packed with shops, restaurants and spa hotels where many people go to take the waters.
Freiburg
A city in the Black Forest, known as the "Jewel of the Black Forest".
Visit the Cathedral, Freiburg's biggest sight in the city and one of the oldest and most beautiful in all of Europe. The gargoyles are not to be missed. Bächle are small canals that line the streets of the inner city. These canals were once meant as a way to fight fires in medieval Freiburg. The Old town hall was assembled from 1557 from many old houses. Since 2007 tourist information centre can be found in this building.
Bonn
Bonn, settling on the shores of the picturesque River Rhine, was once the capital of
West Germany from 1945 to 1990. The rich culture of this city is still thriving today,
and you’ll find that it’s packed with informative museums and interesting architecture .
Apart from its historical significance, it has plenty of green refreshing spaces like gardens
and parks. Bonn is also known as the birthplace of the famous composer Ludwig van
Beethoven in 1770. He remains the city’s pride and joy!
Cherry Blossom Avenue
If you have the chance to visit Bonn in spring time, it’s a must to see the beautiful
Heerstrasse street filled with blooming cherry trees that will take your breath away.
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Beethoven House
Even if you have little interest in classical music, you’ll know something about Ludwig van Beethoven. The house located at Bonngasse 20 is where the great composer was born in December 1770. Beautifully preserved, his birthplace is now a museum full of invaluable memories of his music and his life.
Bonn Minster
One of Germany’s oldest churches, Bonn Minster is a magnificent Roman Catholic basilica with a rich history. It was built in the 11th century over ruins of churches and temples that dated from Roman times.
Münsterplatz
The Münsterplatz square in front of Bonn Minster is Bonn’s biggest square, where you’ll find the soaring figure of Beethoven! During winter, you’ll have the opportunity to wander around the charming Christmas market around the square.
The Market Square (Marktplatz) and The Old Town Hall (Old Rathaus)
One of the oldest and most important Square in Bonn. The Old Town Hall (Old Rathaus) with its elegant pristine white facade, can be found here, as well many pretty Rococo-style buildings.
Museums
There are many museums to be discovered in Bonn. Some of them are unique and have drawn several million visitors to date. The most outstanding is the Museum Mile features 5 museums or The Art and Exhibition Hall (Bundeskunsthalle), holds exhibitions relating to art and cultural history from around the world; the Contemporary Art Museum (Kunstmuseum); the a natural history museum and zoological research institution (Museum Koenig); The Contemporary German History from the end of the Second World War to the present (Haus der Geschichte); and Deutsches Museum Bonn focused on modern technology.
Drachenburg Castle
Located a little outside the city, is the late 19th-century fairytale Gothic castle, perching high on the hill overlooking the Rhine Valley and Bonn. The Castle is surrounded by immaculate terraces and gardens, and climbing up the romantic towers, you’ll find jaw-dropping views!
Cologne (Köln)
Cologne (Köln) is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. A city enriched with more than 2,000 years of history, its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. The famous 4711 Eau de Cologne was produced in here since 1799 by Mäurer & Wirtz.
Cologne Cathedral
The famous magnificent Gothic Cologne Cathedral with twin spires, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for the masterwork of medieval Gothic architecture and one of the finest ecclesiastical edifices in the world. An international pilgrimage site, it is one of the most visited landmark in Germany. The outside of the Cathedral is not made of black material, nor is it just dirty, instead, the sandstone which used to make the building reacts with the sulphuric acid in rain and turns dark grey, giving the Cathedral its distinctive dark colour over time.
Cologne’s Old Town
Many of Cologne's most important attractions are concentrated around the Cathedral, including the charming Old Town with the historical town hall and the Romanesque church of Great St. Martin. Visitors are drawn by its rustic narrow cobble-stoned alleys, lined with traditional old houses, flanked by numerous Brauhaus and pubs. Here you can relax and savour a "Kölsch" or enjoy a good and solid German meal.
Hohenzollern Bridge
The tiered-arch bridge between the cathedral and Cologne Triangle dates to the start of the 20th century, and when it was rebuilt after the war it was restricted to just rail and pedestrian traffic.
Cologne Triangle
Cologne Triangle is a 103.2 meters tall skyscraper and a prominent landmark in Cologne. It is the headquarters of the European Aviation Safety Agency. The top floor and roof houses a publicly accessible observation deck with panorama views all over Cologne. One of the most beautiful, picture-postcard views of Cologne Cathedral can be enjoyed from here.
Dresden
The exquisite city of Dresden, sits on the bank of the River Elbe, is the capital of the German state of Saxony. A city of Baroque wonders, it was rebuilt following the destruction of WWII, this city now rises as one of Germany‘s finest.
The Wettins were a long line of Electors and Kings who ruled the state and kingdom of Saxony their seat in from Dresden between the 13th and 20th centuries.
Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche)
Church of Our Lady was totally destroyed in 1945, and reconstruction took place in 1994, completed in 2005. It features one of the largest dome in Europe.
Zwinger Palace
Dresden's Zwinger Palace is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in the world, dating back to 16th century. It was ordered by Saxon Elector Augustus the Strong to built a Palace for tournaments and other court games played by the nobility in Saxony. Some of the outstanding architecture are the majestic Long Gallery flanked by pavilions and the Nymphenbad (Bath of the Nymphs), with its graceful fountains and mythological figures. Most of the rooms inside the palace are now home to museums, including the Dresden Porcelain Collection, which is one of the largest in the world.
Semperoper
Named after its Designer , Semper. This marvellous Italian Renaissance hall was destroyed during the war and reopened in the mid-1980s. On the facade, look out for the statues of Goethe, Schiller, Shakespeare, Molière, Euripides and Sophocles.
Fürstenzug
A 102 metres porcelain mural records all 35 rulers of the House of Wettin, from the margraves in the 12th century through the Dukes and Imperial Electors and ending with the Kings in the 19th century.
Düsseldorf
Nestled on the banks of the Rhine River, Dusseldorf offers visitors unforgettable vistas at every turn. This vibrant city is highly regarded as one of the country's important center for art, culture and fashion, offerings a blend of ancient and modern architecture, sprawling cityscape, luxurious shopping mall, all set against the backdrop of the picturesque Rhine River.
Rhine Embankment Promenade
Stretching from the new Media Harbor all the way to the Old Town, the paved Rhine River promenade (Rheinuferpromenade) is the perfect place for a serene walk, enjoy the city's wonderful riverside view. Lined by beer terraces, restaurants, galleries, and shops on one side, and the mighty Rhine River on the other, it gives a distinctly Mediterranean flavor.
Media Harbour (Medienhafen)
Düsseldorf’s former historic harbor, has become the most contemporary part of the city. Most notably Frank O. Gehry’s three unique twisted buildings, standing in an interesting contrast to old elements such as historic warehouses and the quay walls, retaining its old-world charm. Built in 1999, these buildings are truly architectural wonders and are a must-see for anyone visiting Dusseldorf.
Old Town Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf's Old Town (Altstadt) remains remarkably well preserved
The focal point of the Old Town is the Marktplatz, where you'll find the imposing Town Hall (Rathaus) and a large equestrian statue of Elector John William II erected in 1711.
Visit Bolkerstraße, the longest bar in the world with more than 300 pubs, bars and nightclubs, Rest your weary feet, enjoy the local Altbier in one of the pubs while deciding where to visit next.
Königsallee
Arguably one of the most elegant avenue in Germany, translated into English as "King's Avenue". It is known to locals as the "Kö", and the street runs for a kilometre, with every premium brand under the sun along the way. But even if you are not that much not into shopping, this street is worth a visit. For most people it’s a chance to do some window shopping, soak up the affluent ambience and take some photos of the canal, lined with chestnut trees and its elegant bridges.
Benrath Palace
This mid-18th century baroque palace is one of the most gorgeous sights in Dusseldorf. The palace is perched in the heart of a sprawling garden dotted with sculptures and rows of trees. The former residence of the Elector Palatine, Benrath Palace is now a museum that offers public tours.
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial hub of Europe, home to the German Stock Exchange, the European Central Bank, Frankfurt has many great things to offer, from gleaming skyscrapers, shopping for trendy travellers looking for fashion and contemporary thrills, to historic buildings , arts and culture.
Romer Square
For history buffs, some of the best Frankfurt attractions include the Romer Square, the historic heart of Frankfurt. It is home to the City Hall .and the Frankfurt Cathedral too.
Fussen
Located on the banks of the Lech River, this charming little town is known for violin manufacturing and as the closest transportation hub for the Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles.
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Hohenschwangau Castle
Hohenschwangau Castle is a 19th-century palace , the childhood residence of Mad King Ludwig II of Bavaria and was built by his father, King Maximilian II of Bavaria.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Germany’s famous fairytale-like Neuschwanstein castle, perching on the hill, nested in the valley of glittering lakes and the picturesque Bavarian Alps, is simply breathtaking! It is one of the most visited castles in Germany. The palace was commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, popularly known as 'mad King Ludwig', as a retreat and in honour of Richard Wagner, the world-renowned composer of that time.
Neuschwanstein castle is the inspiration for the Sleeping Beauty’s castle in Disneyland.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen (Zugspitze)
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a German ski resort in Bavaria, with dramatic scenery featuring Germany's highest mountain, Zugspitze, rising 2.962 m (10,000 feet) and offering gorgeous glacier-top skiing during winter, and diverse maintained trail for hiking during summer. The towns of Garmisch and Partenkirchen used to be separate, but were merged for the 1936 Winter Olympics. From Eibsee valley station, take the aerial tramways to the top of Zugspitze, enjoy the magnificent panoramic views offered by the spacious cabins with floor-to-ceiling glazing. Opened in December 2017, it currently holds the world record for the longest freespan in a cable car at 3,213 metres (10,541 ft) as well as the tallest lattice steel aerial tramway support tower in the world at 127 metres (417 ft).
Hamburg
Hamburg, second largest city in Germany after Berlin, boasting one of the biggest and busiest ports in Europe, is a major transportation hub, and one of Europe's most important cultural and commercial centers, as well as a major tourist destination.
Port of Hamburg
The Port of Hamburg, also known as the Gateway to Germany, is the country's largest seaport by volume. It's also where you'll find many of the city's most-visited tourist attractions.
Hafencity
Hafencity Hamburg is the most ambitious inner-city development in Europe where modern architecture meets the historical sites. Hafencity Hamburg's modern architecture contrasts greatly with that of the nearby Speicherstadt, a historic warehouse district, the Kontorhausviertel (trading house district) and Chilehaus (Chile house).
Hafencity has been included on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is an absolute must-see on every journey to Hamburg.
Elbphilharmonie
The newest and most spectacular addition to the waterfront area, is the imposing Elbphilharmonie (Elbe Philharmonic Hall) opened in 2017. Known locally as "Elphi," it is the crown jewel of the revitalized Port of Hamburg and the city's most important cultural venue.
Speicherstadt
Speicherstadt (warehouse city) is the world’s largest warehouse complex , built into the Elbe river , stand on timber-pile foundations with thousands of oak poles in the port of Hamburg. It was declare as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015 and a must-see on every trip to Hamburg.
Deichstrasse
The only part of old Hamburg to survive centuries of fires and wars, is the narrow, winding Deichstrasse. Many of its buildings are intact and recall the city’s past golden age.
Hamburger Rathaus (City Hall)
In the center of Hamburg's Rathausmarkt stands the majestic City Hall, or Rathaus. This large, elaborately decorated Neo-Renaissance building adjacent to the Stock Exchange (Börse) .
Alster Lakes
The Inner and Outer Alster Lakes are two artificial lakes connected to the rivers Alster and the Elbe. Located on central part of Hamburg city, it is lined with many beautiful parks and gardens, picturesque city squares and historic avenues. Whenever the sun is out, they fill up with paddlers and rowers.
Heidelberg
Surrounded by forest, sits on the banks of the Neckar River , Germany’s most famous university town, Heidelberg, is a city packed with beauty, romantic cityscape and history. Its university is the oldest in Germany and is one of Europe’s leading research institutions.
Heidelberg Castle
Nestled in the hill above the Old Town and the Neckar River, stands the majestic Heidelberg castle, the former seat of Heidelberg’s Prince Electors of the Palatinate, now one of the most beautiful ruins in the world. The castle is a combination of several buildings which highlights a different period of German architecture. The oldest parts of the castle were constructed around 1300. The castle was the residence for most of the Prince Electors until it was destroyed by lightning in 1764 leaving it permanently uninhabitable. It holds the World's Largest Wine Barrel with an astounding capacity of 220,000 liters!The German Apothecary Museum has resided in the Ottheinrich Building since 1958. There are interesting exhibition on the history of pharmaceutics and medical sciences.
Karl Theodor Bridge
Stroll across the graceful Karl Theodor Bridge, known locally as the Old Bridge (Alte Brücke), that connects the banks of the Neckar River with the Old Town. The Bridge Gate, once protected the city against invaders from the northern side of the Neckar River. Another popular attraction is the monkey statue near the Old Bridge, it was erected to instill fear and respect in anyone arriving in the town, while the monkey represented mockery.
The Old Town along the river is perfect for a leisure walk with lanes filled with shops and cafes.
Munich
Munich is the capital of Bavaria, as well as one of Europe's most visited cities, famous for its magnificent cathedral and its many parks, particularly the huge English Garden (Englischer Garten).
Munich’s Oktoberfest, the annual beer drinking festival that attracts thousands of beer drinkers around the world. It usually begins on the third Saturday of September and last for 16-18 days. Be sure to soak up that alcohol with pretzels, bratwurst and schnitzel!
Munich is also the birthplace of the famous automaker BMW.
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Marienplatz and Glockenspiel cuckoo clock
Named for a Marian column (Mary's column), Marienplatz is always brimming with locals and tourists out shopping, sightseeing or just watching the city go by.
The square is dominated by the New Town Hall ( Neues Rathaus), a 19th century Gothic Revival wonder with over 400 rooms. One of its most famous features is the elaborate Glockenspiel cuckoo clock with a carousel of figures dancing at 11am and noon daily, and 5pm during summer.
Nearby is the old Town Hall (Alte Rathaus), the building was first mentioned in city records in 1310, and it was the seat of the Munich city council until 1847. Today the tower of the Alte Rathaus houses an historical toy museum. The collection includes model trains, stuffed animals, dolls, dollhouses, and tin toys.
Munich Cathedral ( Frauenkirche )
With its two distinctive towers visible from far and wide, the 15th-century Frauenkirche is the city’s famous landmark, and no new building is permitted to exceed their 109 meters height. Munich Cathedral - locally known as Frauenkirche - is the biggest church in the city.
The building was constructed on the remains of a Romanesque church, using bricks to save money due to the lack of funds. The enormous Gothic-style Cathedral was completed in 1488, with the domes crowning its towers in 1525. One of the Cathedral's very odd distinction is the so-called "Devil's Footprint", Teufelstritt in German, a black mark that looks like a footprint, which many mysterious legends revolve!
Theatine Church
Theatine Church (Theatinerkirche), a17th-century Catholic church built by Elector Ferdinand Maria and his wife, to give thanks for the birth of a long-awaited heir to the throne.
BMW museum
There are display of vintage cars, aircraft, motorcycles, turbines, engines as well as outlandish concept vehicles from the last two decades, all accompanied with information via multimedia.
The Olympic Park
The Olympic Park was constructed for the 1972 Summer Olympics. The Olympic Tower (Olympiaturm) has an overall height of 291 meters, with an observation platform and a revolving restaurant at the top of the Tower. Adjoining the Olympic Area, there is the Olympia-Pressestadt, today the home of the Olympia Shopping Center. For the adventurous travellers, you may like to join a guided climbing tour, to the roof of the Olympic stadium!. A fascinating top experience!
Nymphenburg Palace
With its unique combination of Baroque architecture and garden design, Nymphenburg Palace is one of formidable royal palaces in Europe. The Palace was built to celebrate the birth of the Bavarian heir Max Emanuel to the throne. Elector Ferdinand Maria commissioned the Italian architect Agostino Barelli to build the Palace, which was begun in 1664.
Postdam
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the capital of Brandenburg region, Potsdam is located on the banks of the Havel River and a short distance from Berlin. It was a residence of the Prussian kings and the German Kaiser until 1918.
This quaint and picturesque town is widely known for its palaces, historic architecture and wealth of greenery. As the former seat of Prussia, Potsdam is a town of grand palaces and castles, which are mostly still intact, despite the destruction of the war. Potsdam was also the location of the significant Potsdamer Conference in 1945, where the three heads of government of the USSR, the US, and the UK decided on the division of Germany after the Nazi's surrender, a conference which defined Germany's history for the next 45 years.
Postdam Brandenburg Gate
Potsdam Neoclassical gate was built around 20 years earlier than the Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate.The monument
was ordered by Frederick William II to celebrate Prussia’s victory in the Seven Years’ War.
Sanssouci Palace
Frederick the Great’s summer palace. Besides the striking yellow rococo Sanssouci Palace, other stunning ornate buildings are The Chinese House, The Picture Gallery, The Church of Peace and the New Palace. Be sure to explore the sprawling park around the Palaces.
Dutch Quarter
The city’s pleasant Dutch Quarter, with streets lined with Dutch style red brick houses and gabled roofs, built for Dutch craftsmen in the 18th century, is just beyond the arch. This area is the largest concentration of Dutch-style homes outside of the Netherlands.
Cecilienhof
The home of Crown Prince Wilhelm, it was built during the First World War in the style of an English Tudor mansion. It is half-timbered and has decorative turreted chimney. After World War 2, from 17 July to 2 August 1945, the Potsdam Conference was held here, where Stalin, Churchill, and Truman gathered to decide how to administer the defeated Nazi Germany. It was declared as UNESCOWorld Heritage Site since 1990.
Rhine Valley
The Rhine Valley is one of the most romantic and stunning natural regions in Germany. It’s home to many of Germany’s best vineyards. The stretch of the Rhine between Koblenz and Bingen is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002 for a unique combination of geological, historical, cultural and industrial reasons. It is jaw-droppingly beautiful and offers plenty for the visitor to see and do. It comprises romantic villages, pretty vineyards and medieval castles that frame the spectacular River Rhine.
Towns along this stretch of Rhine Valley are Koblenz, Lahnstein, Rhens Braubach, Boppard, St. Goarshausen , Sankt Goar by the Loreley rock, Oberwesel, Kaub, Bacharach, Lorch, Assmannshausen, Bingen and Rüdesheim.
You can join on one of many cruises available from these towns, and admire the stunning Rhine Gorge scenery scrolling past.
Rothenburg ob der Taube
Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the most beautiful and extremely well preserved medieval cities in Germany, is famous for its fairy-tale-like architecture of the Plönlein. Within the old city walls, you will find, cobblestone streets, countless alleyways and old patrician houses and picturesque squares. Be sure to visit the Rathaus, the seat of city government since medieval times and the fascination Kathe Wohlfahrt ‘Christmas Village’ on Herrngasse, open year round where you will find the largest selection of German Christmas decorations worldwide! There are plenty of idyllic scenes worth photographing.
Stuttgart
Stuttgart region is considered the cradle of the automobile, as this is the city where the first car and motorcycle were invented by Karl Benz. The headquarters for both Mercedes-Benz and Porsche are in Stuttgart and the stylish new museums for both are not to be missed.
Mercedes-Benz Museum
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Porsche Museum
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Palace Square
Palace Square (Schlossplatz) is the largest plazas in Stuttgart. A former military parade ground, the tree-lined square hosts part of Koningstrasse, the city's main shopping street. The fountain and Jubilee Column are striking features. The palace complex houses the Wurttemburg Museum and Baden-Wurttemburg government ministries.
Ulm
Ulm is an economic and cultural center of the Upper Württemberg. Tourists interested in architectural attractions will appreciate Ulm's striking blend of old and cutting-edge modern architecture, often side by side. The city is primarily known for the magnificent Gothic Ulm Münster, with the tallest steeple in the world, standing at an impressive height of 162 meters and as the birthplace of Albert Einstein.
Ulm Minster
The Minster took 513 years to build from the first stone laid in 1377 (Completed in 1890). It is considered one of the finest pieces of Gothic architecture in Europe.
Don’t leave without seeing the 15th-century carved oak choir stalls and the 17th-century organ played by Mozart in 1763. There is a viewing platform at the top of the tower provides visitors with a fantastic views across hundreds of miles. However, you need to climb up 768 spiral steps to enjoy it. It's going to be tough but the panoramic views all around were certainly worth the effort!
Fishermen’s and Tanners’ Quarter
Fishermen’s and Tanners’ Quarter (Fischerviertel), is probably the most picturesque part of town. Here, superbly preserved half-timbered houses huddle along the two channels of the Blau River. Take a leisure walk, stroll its inviting narrow romantic alleyways and bridges. A highlight is the famous Leaning House, a 14th-century timber framed house supported by beams and appearing to lean precariously into the water – is quite a sight!
Marktplatz
In the Markplatz, is the charming 14th century Gothic Town Hall (Rathaus) with lavishly frescoes, Renaissance facade and a gilded astrological clock. In startling contrast to this Renaissance building, beside it stands the modern glass pyramid of the Stadtbibliothek, the city library.
Einstein’s memorial
On 14th March 1879, Einstein was born in Ulm. His house in the Bahnhofstrasse 20, was destroyed in December 1944 during one of the heaviest bombardments of Ulm. A nod to Ulm’s most famous son, at the site of the house where Einstein was born, sits the memorial to the great Scientist – a stack of red-granite pillars, 12 horizontal stones and 12 vertical stones, symbolizing 12 hours during the day and 12 hours at night. One of the stones facing the north is engraved with a line: Hier stand das haus in dem am 14 März 1879 Albeit Einstein zur welt kam, translated into English means "Here was the house where Albert Einstein was born at the 18 March 1879”. The monument was erected in 1979 by Max Bill.
Another Einstein’s memorial is the funny bronze fountain by Jürgen Goertz , erected in1984, showing a wild-haired, tongue-poking-out Einstein, a large snail’s shell, represents nature and wisdom, standing on a rocket, representing technology, the conquest of the universe and atomic theory . Two powerful jets of water come out of the rocket base, seems as if we are witnessing the start of a person into space.
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German Cuisine
Bread is the part of the culture in Germany. Each region has its own variety and specialty of bread. Besides bread, meat, meat and meat! The focal point of a meal is often pork or beef! German is famous for sauerkraut , bratwurst (sausages), pork knuckle served with mustard sauce. For dessert, of course the famous Black Forest Cake.
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Germany is a fantastic European travel destination at any time, however there’s a truly magical atmosphere during Christmas, every cities get a sprinkle of fairy dust with colourful lights up, cheerful Christmas markets, and cozy snow-covered streets… picturesque winter wonderland!
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