Germany Bird, Museum, Nature + People pictures

• Europe
• World

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.

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.

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

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

Nature and technology, history, festivals and performing arts make this one of the most popular cities in Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region.

Admire the redbrick Gothic design of this 14th-century treasure and spot the intriguing signs of the occult dotted around it.

Try the many varieties of white and sparkling wines that are produced from grapes growing in vineyards around the Moselle and Nahe rivers in this scenic region.

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. 

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

Visit this centerpiece of a program of new construction in Stuttgart for the architecture as well as the books contained inside.

Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.

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

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

Once a point of tension and dramatic escape attempts, this Cold War relic is now one of Berlin\'s biggest tourist attractions.

Once a point of tension and dramatic escape attempts, this Cold War relic is now one of Berlin\'s biggest tourist attractions.

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

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

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

Once a point of tension and dramatic escape attempts, this Cold War relic is now one of Berlin\'s biggest tourist attractions.

This architectural gem is a monument to one of Nazi Germany’s most bitter legacies—the millions of Jews who lost their lives during the Holocaust.

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