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Torched by Hitler, bombed by Britain and stormed by the Russians, the seat of German power has risen again as a symbol of a united, progressive Germany.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

This European economic capital on the Main River features world-class museums, sweet apple wine and Germany’s only skyscrapers.

This European economic capital on the Main River features world-class museums, sweet apple wine and Germany’s only skyscrapers.

This southern Bavarian college city is one of Germany’s oldest cities and is known for its striking architecture and rich history.

Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was completely destroyed during the Second World War and isolated during the Cold War.

Straddling the eastern side of the River Spree, this former industrial precinct is today the home of some of Berlin’s most progressive nightclubs.

Europe\'s biggest ongoing city regeneration project has seen Hamburg\'s former port warehouse district transformed into a vibrant, modern urban area.

Visit hundreds of museums, theaters, music venues and sporting arenas in the towns and cities of this former coal-mining region in western Germany.

Berlin’s central district is a convergence of quaint residential streets, sprawling Soviet squares and some of Europe’s most revered museums.

Savor all that Leipzig has to offer! With a rich history, seemingly endless outdoor activities and an exciting nightlife, there\'s something for everyone in this German city.

A city trip to Potsdam outside the gates of Berlin will introduce you to architectural masterpieces surrounded by fantastic parks set in the romantic water landscapes of the Havel.

Ride one of the world’s oldest monorails, admire elegant buildings and wander around town to find an excellent range of galleries, museums and theaters. 

Possessing a layout that some say inspired Washington DC and an Egyptian style pyramid, Germany’s Karlsruhe is full of surprises. 

Berlin’s most popular museum houses ancient monuments some wonderful examples of architecture that date back more than two millennia.

A city in the Saxony-Anhalt state, the famous one-time home of Bauhaus architecture still retains its strong 1920s identity.

Look for the distinct red-brick building in the central district of Mitte to see where Berlin’s mayor works. Inside, tour the ornately decorated rooms and interesting historical exhibitions.

A city with a rich and often chequered history. Old Berlin has morphed into a contemporary, cosmopolitan city, rich in culture, architecture, museums and festivals.

This vast cylindrical structure is packed full of marine life, ensuring that visitors can enjoy all the beauty of the ocean right in the centre of Berlin.

Admire old bridges and Baroque churches, stroll between museums and galleries or just wander through the old town and pull up a chair at a local cafe or restaurant. 

Explore the history and folklore of this welcoming city, now a thriving hot spot for the arts and culture.