ATTRACTIONS

Some castles are stunning in their opulence, while others are steeped in legend. The Burg Castle near Solingen amazes in a different way. Here, the Middle Ages feel less like a theatrical set and more like carefully reconstructed, living history. One of Germany's largest reconstructed fortresses, a cable car over the Wupper, an interactive museum, magnificent views from the tower, and one of the country's finest heraldic galleries transform a simple excursion into a true jour

Bremen is one of the largest seaports on the North Sea. Decaf coffee and the Champions League trophy were invented here.

Germany is a country with an interesting, centuries-long history. Almost all of Germany is one big tourist attraction.

Saarland is proud of its dialect, traditions and blend of German and French cultures, which is reflected in the local cuisine, music and festivals.

North Rhine-Westphalia: Gothic Cologne, stylish Düsseldorf, mysterious Aachen, Dortmund and industrial Essen – history and modernity intertwine.

Saxony: history, culture and nature – this is royal Dresden, "porcelain" Meissen, musical Leipzig and the fairytale Bastei in "Saxon Switzerland".

Lower Saxony boasts a wide variety of natural landscapes, from the shores of the North Sea to the peaks of the Harz Mountains and the Lüneburg Heath.

Thuringia is the "Green Heart of Germany". Art lovers and romantics alike are simply obliged to visit the place where world-changing creative ideas were born.

Saxony-Anhalt combines the seemingly incompatible: the birthplace of Martin Luther, the founder of Protestantism, and the mystical "witches' mountain" Brocken.

Schleswig-Holstein is a region where you can relax not only on the sea coast, but also on the shores of pristine lakes, among palaces and ancient estates.

Hamburg is a classic "port city," and that says a lot, if not everything. Insider information from a trusted source – John Lennon: " I grew up in Hamburg ."

Hessen can rightfully be called a land of contrasts, where dense forests and vineyards stand side by side with medieval castles and ultra-modern skyscrapers.

Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is a land of lakes, Baltic beaches and medieval Hanseatic towns with discreet yet stunning northern nature and a rich history.

Baden-Württemberg is a German cocktail of the fairytale Black Forest Schwarzwald, ancient castles, cozy towns and automotive engineering magic.

Bavaria is like a fairy tale, only real. A little strict, very thorough, but with a huge mug of hospitality.

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is renowned for its striking contrasts, exceptional range of attractions, vibrant culture and a lifestyle that is both fast-paced and relaxed.

Brandenburg is located in the north-east of the country and seems to embrace and protect the capital Berlin and the outrageous Potsdam.

Rhineland-Palatinate is a region where every stone breathes history and every glass of wine is accompanied by a picturesque view, weaving together into a wonderful symphony.