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BRANDENBURG GATE, BERLIN – Symbol of
Berlin erected between 1788-91
NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE – Spectacular
fairytale castle built by King Ludwig II
OLD TOWN, BAMBERG – 1000 years old,
beautifully preserved and a UNESCO World
Heritage Sight
GRÜNES GEWÖLBE, DRESDEN – one of the
world’s finest collections of Royal jewels in
the Alte Meister Gallery
ROTHENBURG – Germany’s most perfectly
preserved medieval town
MARIENPLATZ, MUNICH – marvel at the
neo-gothic Altes Rathaus and wander through
the surrounding streets of this historical area.
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Climate |
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Germany has a temperate climate, with warm
summers, cold winters and snow in higher
altitude regions.
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January |
July |
| Munich |
1 |
23 |
| Frankfurt |
3 |
25 |
| Berlin |
-0.5 |
18 |
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Distances |
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km |
| Munich - Frankfurt |
377 |
| Munich - Berlin |
530 |
| Frankfurt - Berlin |
503 |
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Willkommen nach Deutschland...
Welcome to Germany!
Germany has it all – cosmopolitan cities, traditional villages, culture and customs, mountains and meadows, scenic routes that take you into a fairytale world or have following in the footsteps of famous writers and poets, From the Bavarian Alps in the south to the low-lying plains stretching to the Baltic Sea in the north, Germany is a gateway to all that Europe has to offer.
Berlin’s a city with limitless energy. From East to West, this sprawling capital will provide you with markets, museums, concerts, cafes and shopping to keep you enthralled for days. The more traditional Munich is a delightful little city and the perfect point to explore the fairytale lands of King Ludwig and his castles or there’s Frankfurt, the economic hub of Europe, with the historical Romer district.
Regional Germany
Cologne:
A city of art and culture situated on the Rhine River and dominated by the twin-spired cathedral. See the Romanesque churches dating from the 5th century, or one of the numerous are galleries.
Dresden:
Surrounded by charming villages, castles and parklands, highlights include the grand Zwinger Palace, the delightful old town quarter of Neustadt and the magnificent Theaterplatz.
Dusseldorf:
A stylish city of elegant boulevards, cosy pubs and world famous museums. Wander the promenades that run beside the Rhine or travel northwards to the medieval ruins of Kaiserswerth.
Freiburg:
Gateway to the southern Black Forest, Freiburg is a wonderful is a wonderful and lively city, famous for its cathedral and nearby vineyards on the slopes of Mount Kaiserstuhl.
Hamburg:
Germany’s second largest metropolis and one of the world’s biggest ports, an elegant city with splendid promenades and extravagant shopping malls, not to mention the lively night district of the Reeperbahn.
Hannover:
A perfect blend of history and modern day with the Old Town sitting comfortably beside contemporary architecture. A lively city with a red painted line on the pavement guiding you past 36 interesting and historical sights.
Heidelberg:
One of Germany’s most beautiful cities found on the River Neckar. A picturesque medieval town well known for the magnificent Gothic-Renaissance castle that dominates the skyline.
Leipzig:
A charming town in northern Bavaria, restored to its former glory after WWII. Visit the quaint old town of Germanisches National museum, with works by German painters and sculptures.
Rothenburg:
Surrounded by a town wall, which encircles 4 square miles of medieval buildings, Rothenburg is known as the “Jewel of the Middle Ages”.
Stuttgart:
Bordered by forests and undulating hills, a vivacious city where visitors can stroll the Königstrasse, a haven for shoppers or visit the exceptional Staatsgalerie, where Stuttgart’s best art collection is on display.
Traveller’s Secrets
Where to Eat – Frankfurt
Restaurant Stienernes Haus
Braubackstrasse 35
Traditional restaurant in historical building situated in the old town of Frankfurt, close to the Römer. Wide range of German specialties and famous for their “lavastone steak”.
Coconut Grove
Kaiserstrasse 53
Modern hotel that’s both a gastronomical and architectural experience. Serves New World cuisine influenced by the Far East, Caribbean and California and an international wine list.
Where to Shop - Frankfurt
Hauptwache
Located in the centre of Frankfurt, the Hauptwache has two shopping areas – one above ground and one below. You’ll find everything here from clothing, flowers, book shops, music and restaurants.
BFG Skyscraper
Located at Rossmarkt, there are 3 floors of exclusive retail stores, boutiques and restaurants.
Where to Eat - Munich
Restaurant Orlando
Am Platz 4
Traditional Bavarian restaurant with high standards of service and great atmosphere. Enjoy the buffet or a-la-carte meals whilst sitting on the summer terrace.
Hofter der Stadtwirt
Burgstrasse 5
Located close to Marienplatz and serving Bavarian-Austrian cuisine. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Where to Shop – Munich
Kaufinger Tor
Located right behind Marienplatz, Kaufinger Tor has 15 shops where you can buy the latest fashion trends, designer jewellery or culinary delights.
Viktualienmarkt
One of Europe’s great markets, which has been operating for hundreds of years. You’ll find fresh farmers produce, flowers, herbs, wine, teas and exotic delicatessen items not found anywhere else in the city.
Where to Eat - Berlin
Potsdamer Platz Arkaden
A newly built shopping mall with 3 floors where you’ll find more than 100 shops, cafes and restaurants.
Kurfürstendamm
A shoppers dream, Ku’damm stretches for a mile and caters for every taste and want. It’s also home to the KaDeWe department store
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