A short guide about Cultural travel to Germany
From high Alps in the South, the Bavarian plain, and the flowing hills of central Germany to the coast of the North and Baltic Sea, Germany is packed with old towns, medieval houses and gothic churches.
Thanks to the different regional princedoms, earldoms, monarchies and states Germany did not unite until the last centuries. Germany has not one but many major cities and each city has its own unique character, formed by its history and the surrounding region. You will experience not only different architectural styles and art treasures but also a very distinctive lifestyle. Local traditions and mentalities are clearly reflected everywhere - in the arts, the nightlife, the shops, the pubs and restaurants and the way people work and live.
In the north, try Hamburg, Bremen or Lubeck, those old "Hanse" cities, whose prosperity arose from the independent shipping trade. Berlin, the capital, is of course one of the top travel destinations in Germany. Right in the centre Hannover is worth a visit. In the eastern part of Germany, you can find real jewels: Leipzig, Weimar, Schwerin and even Dresden, although it was bombed horribly, saved lots of their prewar architectural heritage. Heading southwards Munich, the capital city of beer, but also of art, is a good starting point to find the treasures of Bavaria.
Germany's cities have endless pleasant surprises in store for those who enjoy good food and drink. In addition to top-quality international cooking each region has its own local specialities, ranging from hearty country fare at simple inns to modern light cuisine at star-rated restaurants. Accompanied by world-famous beers and wines, all this is guaranteed to make your tour of Germany's cities an unforgettable culinary experience.
Discover the beautiful Southwest of Germany with cities like Freiburg, Heidelberg and Tubingen. In the western part cities still have some french influence, discover Bonn, Dusseldorf, Cologne the heart of the Rhineland, Trier, the oldest city of Germany and a former capital of the Roman Empire or Aachen with its impressive cathedral and history back to Charlemagne.