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

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

Germany’s only skyscrapers can be found in the economic capital of Europe, which is also a city known for its sweet apple wine and some of the best museums in the country.

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.

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

Spectacular scenery awaits at the confluence of the Rhine and the Nahe rivers. Learn about this village’s intriguing history.

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.

Imagine you have been transported back in time as you explore this spectacular 11th-century castle, a neo-Gothic masterpiece that seems straight from a story.

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

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

Find out about the region’s variety of wine grapes, stroll along cobbled lanes in the Old Town and ride a gondola over the stunning terrain.

A city in the heart of the Ruhr region of North Rhine-Westphalia, Essen is one of the largest cities in Germany and the 2010 European Capital of Culture.

Learn about the history and future of labor around the world with multimedia exhibits and hands-on activities in this technical museum for visitors of all ages.

Visit the medieval castles, churches, squares and taverns of this quaint town surrounded by the striking landscapes of the Rhine Gorge.

View collections of artworks by noted German artists and browse the temporary exhibitions in the beautifully designed galleries of this light-filled museum.

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

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

Visit the medieval castles, churches, squares and taverns of this quaint town surrounded by the striking landscapes of the Rhine Gorge.

Try the Old Beer at one of the many pubs, stroll along the riverside and visit the range of museums in Duesseldorf’s historic nucleus.

Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Step past a 14th-century wall to uncover the medieval delights of a riverside town famous for its imposing castle and winemaking traditions.

Frankfurt’s iconic green bridge makes navigating the city centre easy and is one of the best spots to take photographs of the skyline.

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