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A city with a rich and often chequered history. Old Berlin has morphed into a contemporary, cosmopolitan city, rich in culture, architecture, museums and festivals.

Visit hundreds of museums, theaters, music venues and sporting arenas in the towns and cities of this former coal-mining region in western Germany.

Admire the redbrick Gothic design of this 14th-century treasure and spot the intriguing signs of the occult dotted around it.

Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.

Admire the spectacular views of the Rhine Valley from the rooftop terrace of the summer residence of a Prussian king.

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.

Admire stunning views of the city and river from this giant rail bridge, also a cherished spot for couples to display their “love locks”.

Admire the tall tower and exceptional red decoration on the façade of this fascinating Gothic chapel known for its acclaimed sandstone sculptures.

Check out the Romanesque architecture of the church and former Benedictine abbey that has defined Cologne’s Old Town skyline since medieval times.

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.

Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.

Uncover a fascinating world of Roman artifacts in this archaeological museum dedicated to the Roman settlement upon which Cologne was built.

Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.

Try the many varieties of white and sparkling wines that are produced from grapes growing in vineyards around the Moselle and Nahe rivers in this scenic region.