With five fantastic museums located on Berlin’s Museum Island alone, it’s fair to say that this amazing capital has a wealth of interesting, interactive and educational museums for you to check out. Covering a broad range of subjects, you can be gazing upon ancient Egyptian art one minute and exploring two thousand years of German… Continue Reading
12 Most Beautiful Lakes in Germany
Though the country is often more associated with chilly alpine sports than warm weather outdoor activities, Germany’s lakes have always held a central position in the lives of its citizens, who flock to them in droves during their summer breaks. Many of the most beautiful lakes in Germany lie in the Alpine region along its… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Cologne
Known in German as Köln, the city of Cologne lies on the banks of the River Rhine. It’s the largest city in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and is a cultural giant of western Germany. Astoundingly, Cologne’s history dates back over 2,000 years; it was founded by the Romans during the 1st century AD –… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Heidelberg
Set in the southwest German state of Baden-Württemberg, Heidelberg is a historic town. This place is home to the oldest university in Germany, Heidelberg University, which has been in business since 1492. Famous painters and poets, like William Turner, have traveled to this beautiful town, drawn by its captivating landscapes – surrounded as it is… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Dresden
The capital of Saxony, Dresden is a historic gem of a German city. You wouldn’t believe it from looking at it today, but many of Dresden’s historic buildings were lost during bombing raids in World War II. In fact, around 90% of the city center was destroyed. Today, it’s been rebuilt and looks as good… Continue Reading
17 Best Cities to Visit in Germany
With so many amazing things to see and do in Germany, visitors to this fabulous country have their work cut out trying to fit everything in. While it is home to beautiful landscapes and scenery, most visitors head towards Germany’s iconic and impressive cities, which are so full of life. Steeped in history, their ancient… Continue Reading
10 Most Beautiful National Parks in Germany
Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt; Germany has an incredible number of amazing cities located within its borders and as such the vast majority of tourists head to these hubs of activity. An amazingly diverse country with lots going for it, Germany also has a lot of beautiful national parks which are definitely worth visiting. While they… Continue Reading
Where to stay in Munich: Best Neighborhoods & Hotels
The capital of Bavaria, Munich, is Germany’s third biggest city and is known worldwide for its famous celebration of Bavarian culture – the annual Oktoberfest. Set alongside the banks of the Isar river, Munich is filled with a wealth of interesting historic sites, cultural attractions and beautiful architecture which attract visitors from all over the… Continue Reading
12 Top Tourist Attractions in Leipzig
Leipzig is an historic city at the confluence of three rivers in eastern Germany. Just 160 km (100 miles) from Berlin, Saxony’s largest city was an important trade city during the days of the Roman Empire. The city is famous for its musicians: Bach, Wagner Mendelssohn and a boys choir that originated in the early… Continue Reading
How to Spend 3 Days in Berlin
Berlin – just the name of the city invokes images filled with war and peace, division and unity, a dark history and a bright future. One of the most visited cities in Germany and in Europe, Berlin is huge. Planning a trip to Berlin for only 72 hours can be a strenuous task, especially if… Continue Reading
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