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.
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...
The Black Forest is one of the most famous German low mountain ranges and attracts millions of tourists every year as a holiday region. The natural region is rich in streams, rivers and lakes, mountains, dense forests and a variety of gorges. Especially for hikers, the Black Forest offers a variety of interesting routes due to its developed network of paths, of which...
“Os Oche”, as the people of Aachen call their city in the deepest west of Germany, is a very special city. Aachen’s strength does not lie in the number of sights, but in the diversity and relevance of them. There is something for everyone here, so that even mixed tour groups are completely happy when they spend a few days in Aachen. You should...
Mulled wine, grilled sausages or Elisen gingerbread – the city of Nuremberg in the north of Bavaria, more precisely in Middle Franconia, has a lot to offer not only in terms of culinary delights. In 2018, Nuremberg set a new record in the tourism sector with 3.6 million overnight stays. Around 520,000 people live in Bavaria’s second-largest city. With an...
There is also a Hollywood in Germany, better known as “Görliwood”. We are talking about Görlitz, the easternmost city in Germany. Thanks to the many impeccably preserved buildings from every conceivable era, it is the ideal film set. Whether Heidelberg, New York, Paris or Frankfurt – for some blockbusters, the directors have already made use of Görlitz...
Rhineland-Palatinate, located in the southwest of the Federal Republic of Germany, attracts countless holidaymakers from all over the world every year with its scenic and cultural sights. According to the State Statistical Office, based in Bad Ems, the state counted around 8.5 million overnight stays in 2023 by guests who were convinced of the beauty of the historic...