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This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

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. 

Delight in the panoramic views of Luebeck’s rooftops, attend performing arts events and shop at a Christmas market at this converted church. 

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.  

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

This ruined Renaissance castle stands majestically on a hilltop and presents incredible views of the Neckar Valley from its beautiful garden.

Explore the Baroque mansions, museums and fountains dotted around the picturesque landscape gardens that make up this large outdoor complex.

The stately Herrenhausen in Hannover is set in expansive Royal Gardens, which are home to the 17th-century “Großer Garten.”

Feel like royalty for a day in one of Europe’s grandest palaces, which was almost 200 years in the making.

Go hiking, attend a hockey game and immerse yourself in art, all in one day. 

Get a front-row seat to the beauty of Lake Constance along a path where many cafés and bars can make a planned short stroll take all day.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

Feel like royalty for a day in one of Europe’s grandest palaces, which was almost 200 years in the making.

Panoramic views, contemporary art and performances await visitors to this reconstructed church in the western part of Wismar’s Old Town.

Stroll around this pedestrianized square at the gateway to Munich’s old town and check out Gothic architecture and a lively shopping district.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

Get a front-row seat to the beauty of Lake Constance along a path where many cafés and bars can make a planned short stroll take all day.

This area of wonderful natural beauty combines forests, meadows and ponds to create an oasis of calm right next to the city centre.

This Central European jewel has more than bratwurst and beer. Find cosmopolitan cities, scenic wineries, charming coastline and intriguing history.

This once booming Dortmund neighborhood suffered as industry declined, only to rise again with fascinating historical attractions and trendy residential areas.

Sip red wine on a boat in the central part of the Rhine River and visit the quaint towns through which it meanders.