It is widely considered one of the greatest street festivals in Europe, and maybe the world. If you happen to be in Cologne in November, don’t miss the Cologne Carnival. The most beautiful sights in Cologne include its UNESCO-listed cathedral (Kölner Dom) the Hohenzollern Bridge, famous for its love padlocks the Altstadt (Old Town), with its lovely historical buildings and monuments as well as the fashionable areas of Agnesviertel and the Belgian Quarter. It is the fourth largest city in Germany and one of its most libertine destinations, alongside Berlin. Home to one of the most impressive cathedrals in the world, a thriving art scene, and some of the most high-spirited locals, Cologne makes for a delightful European city break, whether you’re looking for culture, entertainment, or pampering thermal baths. You can choose between traditional and alternative, British-inspired and Scandinavian-themed, eco-friendly and designer-oriented – whatever it is that you’re into, the city’s got you covered! Cologne The variety is outstanding and all of them sell high-quality products. If you’re visiting the city in winter, you’re in for a treat: Berlin hosts some of the best and biggest Christmas markets in Germany. Other than that, you can go shopping to Kurfürstendamm, the city’s most famous avenue experience the Berlinese coffee culture in the Mitte (the historical center of Berlin), and get a true taste of its tremendous nightlife in the fashionable Friedrichshain area. Once the symbol of the Cold War, it has become Europe’s capital of cool – a vibrant mix of fashion, design, music, and art.Ī cultural city always on the move and a budget traveler’s paradise, the German capital has something for everyone, from pulsating nightlife to more than 170 world-class museums, galleries, and philharmonics, and from stately relics that still tell the story of its turbulent past to all the promises of a glittering future.Įnrich your experience in Berlin with a visit to the Museum Island in the Spree River and a stopover at the fabulous East Side Gallery to see paintings by artists from all over the world displayed on the Berlin Wall. Berlin Berlin Cathedral | Image licensed by Ingram Imageīerlin is one of the most interesting cities in Europe, and certainly the one that has changed the most in the last 20 years. The following destinations, with their splendid architecture and unquestionable charm, are hands down the most beautiful places to visit in Germany. Add to all these some excellent beer, the most beautiful Christmas Markets, and an abundance of activities, and you’ll soon wonder why in the world you haven’t visited Germany earlier. Why and how is this happening I have no idea, but I do know that its deep forests, fairy-tale castles, and picture-perfect towns are something that you shouldn’t miss. Germany is a beautiful, varied country with an impressive culture and endless travel opportunities, but, unfortunately, you rarely see it on top of travelers’ lists.

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