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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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Stroll around the meticulously kept gardens of this Baroque palace and find a unique blend of architectural styles and exciting galleries housed within.

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

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

Visit an ancient castle to learn about the history of the region. See Stone Age relics, crown jewels of nobility and part of a Roman soldier’s ceremonial uniform.

Visit an ancient castle to learn about the history of the region. See Stone Age relics, crown jewels of nobility and part of a Roman soldier’s ceremonial uniform.

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.

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.

Stroll around the meticulously kept gardens of this Baroque palace and find a unique blend of architectural styles and exciting galleries housed within.

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.

Find out about events and cultural activities in the tourism office inside the yellow House of the Falcon on Market Square.

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

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

Listen to a vocal ensemble, climb to the viewing platform at the top of the dome and learn about the church’s long reconstruction at Dresden’s major Lutheran place of worship.