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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.

Explore both of the innovative buildings containing some of the most impressive works of art from the 20th century onward.

Discover the musical and historic heritage of this former capital city of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Escape the city and head to one of the world’s largest urban parks, which has lakes and meadows, as well as beer gardens and a variety of interesting relics.

Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

Get up close to an abundance of animal and bird species while wandering along the pathways of this zoo that is open 24 hours a day. 

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

Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

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

This landmark building is one of Dusseldorf’s cultural powerhouses with an impressive art collection and a lively concert programme.

Some of the most powerful rulers in ancient Europe once strolled the halls of this cathedral that today offers panoramic views of Frankfurt’s skyline.

This Central European jewel has more than bratwurst and beer. Find cosmopolitan cities, scenic wineries, charming coastline and intriguing history.

See works by Hieronymus Bosch, Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock on display in one of the oldest museums in Germany.

Drive around the “Cradle of the Automobile” or bike along the riverbanks of this region to see historic cities, splendid castles, romantic gardens and museums.

Franconia welcomes visitors with with picturesque nature, romantic half-timbered houses, impressive castles, church towers reaching into the sky and a variety of culinary temptations, from the hearty “Schäufele” to delicious smoked beer.

See works by Hieronymus Bosch, Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock on display in one of the oldest museums in Germany.

One of the best modern art galleries in Germany has works by Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein alongside some of the brightest young stars in the art world today.

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.

Heidelberg’s 500-year-old university has seen numerous troublemakers. Take a tour of the cells used to imprison carousing students for minor offenses.

One of the best modern art galleries in Germany has works by Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein alongside some of the brightest young stars in the art world today.

Luxuriate in the warm waters of natural springs and lounge in saunas at a modern spa in the woods of Baden-Baden.

This landmark building is one of Dusseldorf’s cultural powerhouses with an impressive art collection and a lively concert programme.

Wander between the rooms of a 13th-century fortress and a modern exhibition center to find art and artifacts that showcase Frankfurt’s ancient and recent history.