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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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.

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

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

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

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

See the city’s medieval streetscape reflected in the striking glass façade of this modern museum, which houses collections of contemporary art and design.

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.

Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.

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

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

The first step towards a unified Germany was made in the grand hall of this church in Frankfurt that today hosts events and houses a museum.

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.

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

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

You’ll know you’ve arrived in Freiburg’s Old Town when you spot this distinctive sight, usually dotted with local students and commuters.

Germany’s sunniest downtown is a trip back in time, where buildings from the past millennium are preserved between river and mountain.

Go for a stroll in the Lower Saxony countryside, visit a Hindu temple and see glimpses of day-to-day life in this sleepy suburb on the edge of Hannover.

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

Discover the unusual, such as grass-roofed houses and a beautifully designed funeral hall, in this quiet suburb on Hannover’s northern edge.

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

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

The jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg is a major university city in southwest Germany with a laidback charm and beauty of its own.

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

You’ll know you’ve arrived in Freiburg’s Old Town when you spot this distinctive sight, usually dotted with local students and commuters.

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

Now hosting an extensive art collection, this former monastery offers a unique perspective of medieval gargoyles and a cutting-edge modern print exhibit.

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.

Start your tour of the old town at this medieval gate, the oldest in Freiburg and the site of witch burnings during the 16th century.

Start your tour of the old town at this medieval gate, the oldest in Freiburg and the site of witch burnings during the 16th century.

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

Located in Wismar’s Market Square, this 17th-century building supplied the town with water and is an excellent example of Baroque civic design.

Germany’s sunniest downtown is a trip back in time, where buildings from the past millennium are preserved between river and mountain.

You’ll know you’ve arrived in Freiburg’s Old Town when you spot this distinctive sight, usually dotted with local students and commuters.

You’ll know you’ve arrived in Freiburg’s Old Town when you spot this distinctive sight, usually dotted with local students and commuters.

In the center of Old Town, this statue is Freiburg’s popular meeting point, the perfect place to start any exploration of the city.

A trip to the Black Forest is a journey to one of the most diverse landscapes in Germany with extraordinary natural phenomena and time-honoured buildings.

The capital of Lower Saxony, one of the areas hardest hit by the Second World War, Hannover is now a major center in northern Germany.