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

Discover the charms of one of the world’s largest urban parks, which offers lake boating, horse riding and even some surfing around a picturesque, manicured landscape.  

Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.

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.

Visit this centerpiece of a program of new construction in Stuttgart for the architecture as well as the books contained inside.

Nature and technology, history, festivals and performing arts make this one of the most popular cities in Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region.

Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Explore both of the innovative buildings containing some of the most impressive works of art from the 20th century onward.

Learn about the history and future of labor around the world with multimedia exhibits and hands-on activities in this technical museum for visitors of all ages.

This landmark building is one of Dusseldorf’s cultural powerhouses with an impressive art collection and a lively concert programme.

Discover a magnificent survey of modern art in this contemporary museum building dedicated to the arts and music in Cologne’s historic quarter.

Once a busy main road, this pleasant pedestrianised boulevard links the old town with the river.

Glimpse the ancient world when you explore the interior chambers of this Roman relic, the largest surviving city gate north of the Alps and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Heidelberg’s oldest bridge is an architecturally impressive landmark decorated with an imperious gateway, detailed sculptures and a curious monkey statue. 

Watch the boats at the meeting of two grand rivers and inspect the replica of a momentous sculpture at the German Corner.

Explore both of the innovative buildings containing some of the most impressive works of art from the 20th century onward.

Discover Mainz at its most charming in this romantic square, bordered by historic half-timbered homes and anchored by a bubbling Baroque-style fountain.

Step past a 14th-century wall to uncover the medieval delights of a riverside town famous for its imposing castle and winemaking traditions.

Glimpse the ancient world when you explore the interior chambers of this Roman relic, the largest surviving city gate north of the Alps and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Explore the history and folklore of this welcoming city, now a thriving hot spot for the arts and culture.

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

A city in the heart of the Ruhr region of North Rhine-Westphalia, Essen is one of the largest cities in Germany and the 2010 European Capital of Culture.