Germany Action & adventure, Central, Coastal, Historical, Waterfall + Winter pictures

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No longer defined by the wall that divided it, this is one of Europe\'s most interesting cities; a haven of architecture and museums and fascinating cultural history.

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.

Enter a peaceful park full of forests, lakes and long expanses of grass, all within minutes of the city centre.

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.

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

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. 

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

See the intersecting jets of water that light up this square at night in front of the neo-Baroque water tower.

Explore the enormous former Party Rally Grounds of the Nazi Party and learn about significant historical moments and propaganda events that occurred here.

Take a break from Munich’s bustling streets among the lakes, meadows and beer gardens of this oasis of calm in the centre of the city.

Explore a complex described as the most beautiful coal mine in the world to find captivating museums and learn about Essen’s fascinating industrial heritage.

Study town models and ride the sloping elevator to the inside of a turquoise dome for an excellent vista of Hannover.

Study town models and ride the sloping elevator to the inside of a turquoise dome for an excellent vista of Hannover.

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

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 pretty redbrick city is known for its seaside activities and beautiful coastline, but there is also art, architecture and history to enjoy.

Stand in Bremen’s historic market square and take in marvelous views of the ornate Weser-Renaissance façade that fronts this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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

Explore a complex described as the most beautiful coal mine in the world to find captivating museums and learn about Essen’s fascinating industrial heritage.

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