Why wander far away when the good is so close? Germany is one of the most popular travel destinations. Not only tourists from abroad, but also locals discover the diversity of Germany. Whether singles or couples, families, art enthusiasts, adventurers or athletes: there is the perfect holiday in Germany for them.
Mainz, the charming capital of Rhineland-Palatinate, is known for its rich history, impressive architecture, and vibrant culture. Visitors and locals alike can enjoy a variety of sights and events that the city has to offer. From historical sites to modern festivals, there is always something to discover and experience. In this article, we take a look at the best...
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany and, with around 3.6 million inhabitants, the most populous and largest city in Germany. Like few metropolises, Berlin is rich in fascinating highlights and sights that bear witness to the eventful history of the city, but also of the country. The “Spreeathen” is certainly one of the most...
Lübeck is a Hanseatic city worth seeing and, with about 217,000 inhabitants, the second largest city in the state of Schleswig-Holstein. Lübeck’s medieval old town with its many cultural monuments has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. Old merchants’ houses, winding alleys and sacred buildings worth seeing attract visitors to the...
Magnificent dunes, fragrant forests and fantastic beaches await holidaymakers on the island of Amrum in beautiful North Frisia in the state of Schleswig-Holstein. Amrum occupies an area of around 20 square kilometres and is located west of the island of Föhr and south of the island of Sylt. Amrum is located in the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park and is...
The German North Sea Islands are divided into the island kingdom of North Frisia and the East Frisian North Sea Islands. In the popularity scale, the North Frisian island of Sylt is likely to claim undisputed first place. But the other island beauties are in no way inferior to Sylt. Unfortunately, not even in terms of real estate prices. However, the popularity of...
In addition to a number of small inland islands in rivers or lakes, such as the Lake Constance island of Mainau or the Weser island of Harriersand, Germany can boast more than three dozen sea islands in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. With the exception of the rocky island of Heligoland, which is about one square kilometre in size, all German North Sea and Baltic Sea...
With around 1,830,000 inhabitants and an area of almost 755 square kilometres, Hamburg is the second largest city in the Federal Republic of Germany. The history of the city dates back to the 7th century. The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg was one of the founding places of the Hanseatic League in 1241. It has the second largest port in Europe and has plenty of...
The Felsenmeer in the Vorderer Odenwald is one of the most impressive places and the most popular local recreation areas for hikers and families in the region. One side of the 514 m high rocky mountain is dominated by a wide swath that resembles a petrified sea of waves in a storm. The slope is covered all over with rounded granite blocks, which give the impression...
The Teutoburg Forest region stretches between Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia . A mountain range that stands out not only with its unique nature. Between bizarre rock formations, fragrant forests and extensive water landscapes, numerous myths and legends are hidden. The Romans went into a battle here with heavy losses and numerous castles exude a fairytale...
The municipality of Niederwiesa was a popular destination for families and for the inhabitants of East Germany, especially in the times of the GDR. This tradition has continued to this day. For most people, however, the area is more likely to be known as Lichtenwalde. In fact, it is only a small part of Niederwiesa, but one of the most famous destinations in East...