Germany is a beautiful country, rich with diverse attractions, culture and history. This nation boasts some unique attractions ranging from astonishing rivers to magnificent historical buildings and castles. Here are five of the… Read more
Triberg in Baden-Württemberg is located in the middle of the Black Forest and has lies between 500 and 1038 meters above sea level. The town of approximately 5400 has one… Read more
With a history of over 2000 years, Cologne or Köln as it is called in Germany, is now ranked as one of the must-see places in Germany.
Live the fairy tale by climbing to the top of Rapunzel’s Tower. Head to the whimsical and charming town of Trendelburg for the enchanting tower, beauty views and an upcoming medieval fest.
Check out some of the best attractions in and around Hamburg, Germany for kids and parents on a European tour!
The German city of Aachen lives and breathes Europe. The city has some beautiful historical sites to enjoy, whilst offering the vibe of a modern city
As Germany’s longest suspension bridge, Geierlay is 360m long and 100m. It makes for a wonderful day out in the stunning German countryside. Do you dare to cross it?!
Learn why “driving” is probably the best transportation mode to visit places on your bucket list while in Europe. Also, find out great tips to make the most of your road trip!
Stroll the Heidelberg Castle’s courtyard and garden, Heidelberg Tun (Big Wine Barrel) and the German Pharmacy Museum (Deutsches Apothekenmuseum).
Take a fun day trip to the Kreuzberg Monastery and Brathähnchen (chicken) Farm. Enjoy taste beer brewed at the monastery and then chicken roasted on an oven pit at the farm.
Kakteenland Steinfeld is a cactus and aloe farm in which you can explore and buy over 1, 000 varieties of cacti and succulents. Also available are planters and garden accessories, stone jewelry and minerals and more.
Take a little history trip at Nürnberg’s Nazi Party Rally Grounds Museum. This museum documents the rise and fall of the Nazi Party in Germany with specific focus on the rallies and trials in Nürnberg.
Make your way to Beilstein, a quaint countryside village tucked into the hillside. You can now can enjoy the beautiful fall colors and a nice glass of wine.
Though there isn’t any shortage of places to enjoy a beer this time of year, indulge yourself at Welde Brewery. You can enjoy various delicious beers and grab a bite to eat the first Sunday of the month.
With the 2015 BMW-Berlin Marathon just finished, I have gathered some tips for those with the goal of completing the 42.2 kilometers in 2016. Personally, I run only when chased,… Read more
Wittlich hosted its annual Pig Fest during the month of August. Fest goers spent the day eating pork, sampling wine, listening to local bands and much more.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a well-preserved medieval town well-worth exploring.
Koblenz is situated where the Moselle and Rhine Rivers meet and surrounded by four great hills.
Discover Leipzig in 2015. This incredibly green former East German city is celebrating an important anniversary with a number of fantastic events.
Situated at the start of the Romantic Road, Würzburg is perhaps an ideal place to start a tour of some of Germany’s most famous sites.
The Rhineland region offers some exceptional Christmas markets. Dusseldorf, (Köln), Aachen and Bonn are four of the best in the region.
The Nachtmann Factory Outlet is the premier crystal shopping destination in eastern Bavaria, in the quaint little town of Neustadt an der Waldnaab.
Visit Dorotheenhütte Glashütte in Wolfach, in the Central Black Forest for a free glass-blowing workshop, museum and fabulous glass shop.
Bayreuth Festival is a world renowned annual music festival of opera performances by the composer Richard Wagner.
Few places in the world can transport us into the realm of fairy tales as easily as Neuschwanstein Castle, nestled amongst the pastoral hills of Bavaria.
The stalls of Munich’s Viktualienmarkt are loaded with delicious fresh foods from nearby farms, including cheeses, meats, eggs, fruits, and vegetables.
Pack your bags, leave your inhibitions, and head out to some of the world’s best party locations.
Here are just a few of the highlights of the beautiful state of Bavaria you should try to experience during your tour.
Being in Germany in the wintertime is wunderbar! Cool, crisp winter weather – just right, not too far off the freezing point, yet chilly enough.
Hamburg has a special program this time of year – Fairy-tale Ships for kids.
Germany is home to countless magnificent sights. So now you are living here in Germany, you should certainly make the most out of your tour and visit some of the top landmarks.
Germany has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites that protect amazing natural environments. Ancient Beech Forests, Wadden Sea and Messel Pit Fossil Site.
Don’t wait for the Oktoberfest to enjoy the charms of Bavaria’s capital! While Munich’s Oktoberfest may account for a large number of those annual visitors, the Bavarian capital city on the Isar River beckons those from far and wide year-round.
I attended my first Oktoberfest in Munich a few years ago and although it was a memorable experience, I learned from the mistakes of not planning ahead and flying by the seat of my pants. Here is our Oktoberfest experience to help you plan yours!
Melissa Shock takes us along on her whirlwind trip to Cologne. Check out everything you can see and do in Cologne in just 30 hours!
Tropical Island waterpark in Berlin is a perfect way to enjoy a rainy weekend, a summer holiday or a winter getaway.
New to Germany? If you’ve just PCS’d to Europe, it’s time to unpack, get settled, then start traveling! Here are our top 13 places to see while you’re stationed in Germany:
Koblenz is a charming town, approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) from Kaiserslautern, and is the third largest municipality in Rheinland-Pfalz.
The hundreds of castles in Germany are one of the most wonderful things to explore on the weekend and the perfect location for a light hike or a picnic.
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