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Germany travel tips, per region

Germany is the 8th most visited country in the world. Tourists come here because of the outdoor activities, the cities, the culture and the countryside.

The Federal Republic of Germany consists of 16 states.

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1. Baden Württemberg

It is Germany's third largest state.

The most popular holiday destination in Baden Württemberg is Stuttgart.

Its the capital and the biggest city, modern and historic at the same time, with its rich cultural programs, car and art museums, castles, urban architecture, inner city parks, one of Europe's top zoo.

It is a great experience to ride around Stuttgart with a Bike or Scooter, there are plenty of bike rental places and bike tours, you can search with the below widget for prices

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2. Bavaria

Biggest region of Germany with over 70 thousand square kms and second largest region in Germany in terms of population. Munich is its capital, statistically the safest city among Germany's major cities. For international students this is considered to be the number one city.

Bavaria is one of the most historic regions of Germany, with dozens of spectacular fortresses, palaces and eclectic castles. Here you can find the list of the best castles to visit during your trip.

The most beautiful castles to see: Burghausen Castle, Hohenschwangau Castle, Neuschwanstein Castle, Nuremberg Castle, Plassenburg Castle, Linderhof Palace, Herrenchiemsee Castle, Nymphenburg Palace.

Other famous castles:

Johannisburg Castle, Wurzburg, Blutenburg Castle, Brennhausen, Callenberg Castle, Eisenberg Castle, Giechburg, Lauf Castle, Marienberg Fortress, Mespelbrunn Castle, Pottenstein Castle, Rothenberg Fortress, Schloss Egg, Schleissheim Palace, Lauenstein Castle, Prunn Castle, Coburg Fortress, Ansbach Residence, Seehof Palace, Cadolzburg Castle, Willibaldsburg Castle, Trausnitz Castle, Neuburg Palace, Rosenburg Castle.

Neuschwanstein Castle, due to its location it survived both World Wars, with 800 m above ground, at the southwest border of Bavaria state. This castle was the home of the King Ludwig until 1886. Since then it has been open for the public. Close to 1,5 million people visit it every year.

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3. Berlin

Cheapest city of Germany, to live in, despite being the capital of the country.

Since this is the capital of Germany and the most visited city, find some tips and hints about the recommended places to visit separately, in our Berlin travel guide here.

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Top things to do in Berlin

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4. Brandenburg

It is best known for it landscapes and untouched nature. It has over 3000 lakes. The capital is Potsdam, World Heritage city of palaces and royal parks for the Kings of Prussia. Best place for bike trips and walking tours. Best day trip to plan from Berlin.

Top places to visit : Filmpark Babelsberg, Park Babelsberg, Sanssouci Palace, Sansssouci Park Dutch Quarter, Alexandrowka, Cecilienhof Palace, Barberini Museum, Marmorpalais, Einstein Tower, Babelsberg, KGB Prison

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5. Bremen

This is the smallest state in Germany. 4 days to plan to see the most important places. Find a list of some of the attractions: Bremen Town Hall, Historische Altstadt, The Schnoor Quarter, St. Peter Cathedral, Universum Science Center, Marktplatz, The Buergerpark, Cruise on the Weser river.

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6. Hamburg

Hamburg has the highest crime rates. Three days is about enough to visit the major sights.

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7. Hesse

The Capital Wiesbaden is a well known spa town, thanks to its 14 hot springs.

Top attractions in Hesse: Die Nerobergbahn, Bergpark, Römer, Neroberg, Stadel Museum, Renten Tower, Castle Frankenstein, Biebrich Palace, Marburger Schloss, Hercules monument.

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8. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Capital is Schwerin. What to see: Schwerin Castle, Güstrow Palace, Stralsund, Hiddensee Island, Jasmund national park.

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9. Lower Saxony

Second largest region of Germany over 47thousand square Km. Its capital is Hanover, which is situated on the River Liene. The famous event of Germany, the Oktoberfest is also held in Hannover. One of the best times to visit this city.

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Herrenhausen Gardens

Located in Herrenhausen in Lower Saxony. The Great garden is the heritage of the Kings of Hannover, with Golden statues in the garden.

10. North Rhine-Westphalia

This is the most populated region in Germany and the most popular for tourists. Beside its capital Düsseldorf, Dortmund and Cologne are the most visited cities. One of the wealthiest regions.

Top attractions in the most visited cities of Germany

Düsseldorf

Dortmund

Cologne

11. Rhineland-Palatinate

This is a hub for agriculture and wineries, lies between the Mosel and the Rhine rivers. Its capital is Mainz, also known as wine capital of Germany. Mainz is famous for its university, its Roman heritage. Vibrant place to live, with many parties, wining and dining options.

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12. Saarland

This region was dominated by the steel and coal industry until the 1980s, when they became unprofitable. Being Germany's major coal source, after 250 years most of the mines were closed down and today we can tour many of them. Tips what to see in its capital, Saarbrucken: Ludwigskirche, Basilica St John the Baptist, Moderne Galerie, Saar Historical Museum, Rathaus St Johann, Völklingen Ironworks, St Johanner Markt (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays)

13. Saxony

Saxony is known as the first industrial center of Germany. Its capital is Dresden, is famous for its Christmas treats, cake and coffee are significant traditions but music has even deeper roots in Saxony's history and culture.

For its stunning architecture visit Dresden Royal Palace and Museums, the Frauenkirche, Zwinger, Pillnitz Palace and Gardens, Albertinum.

With a short ride from Dresden there is Meissen, which town is famous for manufacturing porcelain, also is worth a visit.

Attractions in Dresden

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14. Saxony-Anhalt

Saxony- Anhalt is famous for its good soil, chocolates and cakes. Madgeburg is the capital, its cathedral is the oldest Gothic structure of Germany. Dont miss out on the The Hundertwasser Building, the most eye-catching architecture, stands out from the historic buildings, due to its imaginative style. The Old Town, which is filled up with shops and restaurants. You can take a cruise boat at the Waterway Junction. Spend a whole day with your family or alone in he Elbauenpark, Germany's second most attractive park.

Stays in Medgeburg

15. Schleswig-Holstein

This region is famous for the beauty of its islands, sandy beaches. The capital city is Kiel. When you are in Kiel, dive into the German Submarine U-995, it was used by the Nazis in World War II. Norwegian navy renovated it, since then it operates as a museum and allows to look into the inside of it, the engine room, control station, bunks and torpedo tubes. The northern beaches are best for surfing and the island of Fehmarn hosted the Kitesurf World Cup .

Things to see in Kiel

Marine-Ehrenmal Laboe, the Naval Memorial is a 72 meter high tower, with a spectacular view from the top.

Schiffahrtsmuseum Kiel is a maritime museum, situated right on the water. Nikolaikirche, the city's prinicipal church and also go see the Zoological Museum of Kiel University.

Kiel

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Hotels in Kiel

16. Thuringia

Thuringia region is often called as the green heart of Germany, with its mountains and forests. The most forgotten state of Germany, not surrounded by any foreign country or sea. The capital is Erfurt.

The Merchants bridge is very popular, which is 125 meters long, is home to 80000 residents.

Thuringia was home for many famous artists, poets, where they created their famous work

For example Johann Sebastian Bach was born here, and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe lived here. Martin Luther King translated the Bible here, he grew up in this state.

The Bauhaus began here, the State Bauhaus the most important school of art of 20th century opened in Weimar.

Timbered houses, in Weimar are worth to see, their great architecture.

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Jena

is a treasure located in the Saale Valley, surrounded by limestone Cliffs.

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Gera

is a former textile city sitting in the Weiße Elster River Valley. Its top attractions are Tierpark Gera, Bierlagerungslabyrinth, Kunstsammlung Gera (Otto-Dix-Haus), Hofwiesenpark, Theater Gera, Sankt Marien Kirche.

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