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This ruined Renaissance castle stands majestically on a hilltop and presents incredible views of the Neckar Valley from its beautiful garden.

Explore the Baroque mansions, museums and fountains dotted around the picturesque landscape gardens that make up this large outdoor complex.

Heidelberg’s oldest bridge is an architecturally impressive landmark decorated with an imperious gateway, detailed sculptures and a curious monkey statue. 

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

Glimpse the ancient world when you explore the interior chambers of this Roman relic, the largest surviving city gate north of the Alps and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

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.

Delight in the panoramic views of Luebeck’s rooftops, attend performing arts events and shop at a Christmas market at this converted church. 

Take a short ferry trip across Lake Starnberg to tour a historic royal villa with a circular rose garden.

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

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

Go hiking, attend a hockey game and immerse yourself in art, all in one day. 

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

Marvel at the acclaimed orchid collection and see the elegant plots of plants from across the world in this particularly enchanting botanical garden.

Escape from the bustle of the city to admire beautiful blooms and learn about unusual horticultural species.

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

Take a short ferry trip across Lake Starnberg to tour a historic royal villa with a circular rose garden.

Feel like royalty for a day in one of Europe’s grandest palaces, which was almost 200 years in the making.

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

Feel like royalty for a day in one of Europe’s grandest palaces, which was almost 200 years in the making.

Participate in watersports, go on a boat tour in summer or play ice hockey and enjoy family skating in winter.