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The Federal Republic of Germany, known simply as Germany, is the largest country by population and the third largest by size within Western Europe and is considered one of the more prosperous countries of the European Community. It is a popular tourist destination with people visiting the country for its culture – being the birthplace of well known musicians such as Bach and Beethoven, and home to many museums, galleries and well known festivals such as the Oktoberfest and the Rhine in Flames, its history – being covered with many traditional towns, villages and renowned landmarks such as the Berlin Wall and the impressive Cologne Cathedral, and its scenic beauty – having such appealing areas as the romantic Black Forest, the beautiful Rhine Gorge and the Bavarian Alps within its borders. There are 25 U.N.E.S.C.O. World Heritage Sites within the country to visit which cover a plethora of locations from the Roman period to the modern times, and unique and interesting modern architectural sites to see, such as those by Frank O. Gehry which include the Gehry Tower in Hanover and the three buildings called ‘Neuer Zollhof 1,2 and 3 in the old harbour area of Dusseldorf, and with the addition of great beers, wines and delectable foods, it all makes any holiday to Germany a very pleasurable, interesting and exciting event.
It is a land of contrasts stretching from the northern lowlands with the windswept coasts of the North and Baltic Seas with their picturesque islands, the historic city-port of Hamburg with its famous Reeperbahn, to the southern Lake Constance, a popular water sports destination and the awe inspiring Bavarian Alps, which are home to the picturesque fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, the Passion Play in Oberammergau, tranquil lakes, mountain passes and snow capped peaks. From the west, Germany stretches from the wine country regions of the well known river-cruise areas of the Rhine and Moselle rivers with their deep gorges and spectacular scenery of manicured vine covered hills and the cities Heidelberg, Cologne and the federal city of Bonn, to the sparsely populated and heavily forested mountains of the south-eastern Bohemian Forests, the historic city of Dresden once known as ‘Florence on the Elbe’, and in the north-east the eccentric capital of Berlin!! The central areas of the country are covered with a beautiful and varied rolling landscape, home to the famous Black Forest district which is known for its Cuckoo Clocks and hiking trails, the Romantic Road, a traditional north/south trade route which is considered one of Germany’s most scenic tours, and Franconia Switzerland, an area of stunning beauty of small rural villages, hilltop castles and countless hiking paths and the major cities of Frankfurt am Main the financial heart of Germany, Stuttgart and historic Munich with its famous ‘beer culture’ and home to the Oktoberfest.
The population of 83 million is dotted throughout the country with more than 40 cities having over 200,000 inhabitants and the capital of Berlin being the largest at only 3.4 million, which compared to other European capital cities, is not particularly large. The villages, towns and cities of Germany have great appeal for visitors and have managed to retain much of their cultural heritage in the form of well kept and picturesque cobbled streets and market squares, ornate Cathedrals, historic churches, old stone fortresses and medieval palace buildings. These historic centres are filled with old world charm and atmosphere that permeates the winding alleyways and their half-timbered houses and are often complete with old cultural traditions of costume, foods and beverages.
The Federal Republic of Germany is located in north-central Europe and is comprised of 16 states and maintains its capital at Berlin. The country borders several European nations, namely Denmark to the north, Poland to the north-east, the Czech Republic to the east, Austria to the south and east, Switzerland to the south, France to the south-west, Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands to the west. The country has substantial water access via the north-west coastline which adjoins the North Sea and the north-east coastline which adjoins the Baltic Sea, and is crossed by the largest rivers in Europe, the Rhine, with its tributaries the Moselle, Main and Neckar, the Elbe and the Danube. The total land area of Germany is 349,223 square kilometres.
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| Aschaffenburg |
 Aschaffenburg stands on the banks of the River Main in the north-west regions of the Federal State of Bavaria, in south-western Germany. This city of almost 70,000 residents is located, just 40 kilometres south-east of Frankfurt, the proximity of which has aided the economic development of the city... |
| Augsburg |
 Augsburg is one of Germany’s oldest cities having been founded by the Romans under the Emperor Augustus in 15 B.C., whose name was used for the original settlement of Augusta Vindelicorum. This military camp stood at the confluence of the Alpine Rivers Lech and Wertach, a prime location as it gave ... |
| Baden-Baden |
 Baden-Baden is a small, historic spa town of just over 50,000 residents that stands on the banks of the River Oos in the rolling, tree-clad foothills of the Black Forest close to the River Rhine, approximately 75 kilometres west of Stuttgart in south-western Germany. It is well known for its therma... |
| Bamberg |
 Located in the picturesque, rolling hills of Upper Franconia in central northern Bavaria, Bamberg is a popular tourist destination and is well known for its abundance of near perfect architectural gems covering a staggering 1,000 years of history!! It is a cultural and architectural highlight of any... |
| Bayreuth |
 The interesting and lively city of Bayreuth stands in a wide valley on the upper basin of the Red Main (Roter Main) River of north-eastern Bavaria just over 60 kilometres east of Bamberg. It is the capital and largest city of Upper Franconia and has a population of approximately 73,000 residents. ... |
| Berchtesgaden |
 The small market town of Berchtesgaden is located in the extreme south-eastern area of Germany in the Federal State of Bavaria, referred to as Bayern in Germany. It is a popular visitor destination as it stands in an area of great natural beauty and is a centre of historical and contemporary cultur... |
| Berlin |
 Berlin is the centre of one of the most interesting cultural regions of Europe and is home to an estimated 2,300 cultural institutions, 11 symphony orchestras, 150 theatres, 300 cinemas, over 170 museums plus a lively nightlife of clubs, bars, cafes and restaurants. A renowned university city with o... |
| Bingen on the Rhine |
 Bingen on the Rhine is located on the southern banks of the River Rhine at the mouth of the River Nahe in the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate. Standing just 25 kilometres west of the cities of Wiesbaden and Mainz, Bingen is a quaint historic city and a popular tourist destination as it stands... |
| Bonn |
 Bonn is a Federal City, and is known primarily for two things, having been the capital of West Germany prior to the unification of the Federal Republic of Germany, and the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven. It is located on the banks of the River Rhine, approximately 25 kilometres south of Cologne... |
| Boppard |
 This lovely little town of 17,000 residents stands on the western bank of the majestic River Rhine in the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate. The town is located very close to the biggest bend on the river, which is known as the Bopparder Hamm, in an area known as Middle-Rhine, approximately 25 k... |
| Breitnau |
 Breitnau is a village of approximately 2000 residents which is located south-east of the historic city of Freiburg im Breisgau in the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg south-western Germany. It is a quiet rural village which lies within the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, the second largest nat... |
| Cologne |
 Cologne, or Koln in German, stands on the banks of the River Rhine in the North-West German Lowlands. It is the fourth largest city in Germany and is located approximately 40 kilometres south of Dusseldorf in the Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is a busy and bustling modern city, and a... |
| Dachau |
 The picturesque old town of Dachau is located in southern Germany, just 15 kilometres north-west of Munich in the Federal State of Bavaria. It is known by most people as the site of the Dachau Concentration Camp that existed here during World War II. However this quaint historic market town of 40,... |
| Dresden |
 Dresden is the capital and largest city in the State of Saxony in the Federal Republic of Germany. The city is one of Germany’s major cities and is a must see tourist attraction. It is located on the banks of the River Elbe, approximately 200 kilometres south of Berlin and just 40 kilometres from ... |
| Dusseldorf |
 The River Rhine winds its way through Dusseldorf for many kilometres and it is this natural feature which defines the city. Dusseldorf is located on the delta of the Dussel River as it enters the River Rhine, which flows through the North-West German Lowlands. It is a big, attractive and modern ci... |
| Ettlingen |
 The historic city of Ettlingen is nestled in the northern foothills of the Black Forest, to the east of the River Rhine in the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg in south-western Germany. The township of approximately 40,000 residents stands within a charming district between the typical orchards o... |
| Frankfurt |
 Frankfurt am Main, which means Frankfurt on the Main, is usually referred to by non-Germans as simply Frankfurt. It is the largest city in the Federal State of Hesse and is located in the south of the state, just 30 kilometres upstream of the confluence of the Rhine and Main Rivers. Historically t... |
| Hamburg |
 Hamburg, unlike many cities in Germany, is a very different city as it is centered around a series of large lakes and winding waterways, including many canals and the large River Elbe. Home to a diverse culture fostered by its outwardly looking people, Hamburg is commonly known as the ‘Gateway to t... |
| Heidelberg |
 Heidelberg is one of Germany’s popular tourist destinations as it is a romantic and historic centre which is home to a unique thousand year old cultural landscape, one of the main features of the city. Located on the banks of the beautiful Neckar River in the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg in s... |
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| Karlsruhe |
 Karlsruhe, once the capital of Baden, lies on the northern border of the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg in south-western Germany. Literally at the heart of Europe, France lies just over the River Rhine, Switzerland can be reached in a couple of hours, the Black Forest stands just a few kilometr... |
| Karlstadt |
 Karlstadt is a small town of approximately 7,000 residents which stands on the northern bank of the River Main in the north-western area of the Federal State of Bavaria. Just 20 kilometres north-west of Wurzburg, Karlstadt is situated in the region of Franconia which is known as a major wine growin... |
| Koblenz |
 The 2000 year old city of Koblenz is located at the confluence of the River Rhine and the River Moselle in the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate of western Germany. The city of just over 100,000 residents has an abundance of historical buildings and cultural monuments that line narrow lanes, al... |
| Mainz |
 Mainz is a lively regional centre and capital of the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate. It is known as an important historic wine region and the seat of the German Wine Academy, and is located approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Frankfurt on the southern bank of the River Rhine, opposite ... |
| Mannheim |
 Mannheim is a large city of almost 330,000 residents that lies at the juncture of the River Rhine and the River Neckar in the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg in south-western Germany. Standing at the mid-point of the 40 kilometre wide Rhineland plains, Mannheim is one of the most important econo... |
| Miltenberg |
 Miltenberg is a beautiful, historic, riverside town of approximately 10,000 residents which stands at the centre of the Miltenberg District and is located in the far north-western regions of Bavaria, just 70 kilometres south of Frankfurt. The town lies on the Main River at the heart of the Franconi... |
| Munich |
 Munich is the largest city, the capital and economic centre of the Federal State of Bavaria. It is located on the River Isar in the heart of Europe, approximately 50 kilometres north of the Bavarian Alps just beyond which stands the Austrian border. Home to 2.6 million residents, the urban area of... |
| Niedernhausen |
 Niedernhausen is a small town of just under 15,000 inhabitants which is located on the western boundary of the Frankfurt-Rhine-Main Region within the Federal State of Hesse. It lies approximately 10 kilometres north of Wiesbaden and 40 kilometres due west of Frankfurt and stretches along the southe... |
| Nuremberg |
 Nuremberg is an historic city and home to 500,000 residents making it the second largest urban area in the Federal State of Bavaria. It stands on the Pegnitz River and the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal approximately 150 kilometres north-west of Munich. Nuremberg is one of Germany’s better known cities as... |
| Oberammergau |
 Oberammergau is a small, picturesque rural village of only 5,300 residents that lies mainly on the eastern bank of the River Ammer in a wide valley of the Ammergau Alps of southern Bavaria. It stands almost due north of Garmisch-Parkenkirchen and close to the Austrian border, within an extremely be... |
| Regensburg |
 The historic city of Regensburg is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe. It is located at the confluence of the River Danube and the River Regen in the south-eastern region of the Federal State of Bavaria, just 120 kilometres north-east of Munich. The large Aldstadt (Old Town) with i... |
| Rhineland |
| The Rhineland is one of Germany’s most popular tourist destinations as it is a wonderful part of the country which includes not only the beautiful River Rhine but vineyards, picturesque riverside towns and villages and historic castles and monasteries. It is however only a general term used to cove... |
| Rothenburg ob der Tauber |
 The Bavarian city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located almost on the border between the Federal State of Bavaria and the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg, approximately 50 kilometres south of Wurzburg. The city stands of the ‘Romantic Road’ which follows traditional north/south trade routes and... |
| Rudesheim |
 Rudesheim on the Rhine is located on the northern bank of the River Rhine in the Federal State of Hesse. This small city of approximately 10,000 residents stands just 25 kilometres west of the cities of Wiesbaden and Mainz, and is the major centre of the Rhine wine industry. Rudesheim is also a ve... |
| Speyer |
 Speyer is a historic Cathedral city of approximately 50,000 inhabitants which is located within the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate in south-western Germany. It stands on the western banks of the River Rhine approximately 25 kilometres south of Mannheim and only 20 kilometres south-west of He... |
| St Goar |
 Sankt Goar, or St Goar, is a village of 4,000 residents which stands on the western banks of the River Rhine in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley within the Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate. It is dominated by the awesome ruins of the 13th century Burg Rhinefels, the largest and most imposing cast... |
| Stuttgart |
 Stuttgart is the largest and capital city of the State of Baden-Wurttemberg in the south-western area of the Federal Republic of Germany. Home to an estimated urban population of 2.7 million, the city is one of the country’s major industrial centres and known worldwide as the centre of the automobi... |
| Titisee |
 The small and pleasant, spa town of Titisee stands on the northern edge of Lake Titisee which is located in the southern regions of the Black Forest, part of the Federal State of Baden-Wurttemberg in south-western Germany. Titisee village is one of seven that comprise the Titisee-Neustadt community... |
| Wurzburg |
 Straddling the Main River and overlooked by the medieval fortress of Marienberg, Wurzburg is an attractive and historic city and centre of the glorious Falconian wine district. Just over 100 kilometres from Frankfurt the city is located in the far north-western regions of the Federal State of Bavar... |
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| Baden-Wurttemberg |
| The State of Baden-Wurttemberg is one of the most popular tourist areas of the Federal Republic of Germany due to its enchanting scenic beauty, its natural wonders and historic centres. Home to approximately 11 million residents the state lies in the south-western regions of the country and maintai... |
| Bavaria |
| The State of Bavaria, or Bayern in German, is the most popular tourist area of the Federal Republic of Germany due to its enchanting scenic beauty and historic centres, its museums and galleries, its skiing and hiking, and its culture of traditions, customs and outstanding range of festivals. Home ... |
| Berlin |
| The Federal State of Berlin is a city state and consists of the city of Berlin only. It lies in the north-eastern regions of the Federal Republic of Germany and is itself surrounded by the Federal State of Brandenburg. Berlin is the largest city and capital of the Federal Republic of Germany and i... |
| Brandenburg |
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| Bremen |
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| Hamburg |
| The Federal State of Hamburg is a city state and consists of the city of Hamburg only. It lies in the north-central region of the Federal Republic of Germany and is surrounded by the Federal States of Schleswig-Holstein in the north and Lower-Saxony in the south. The Federal State of Hamburg is th... |
| Hesse |
| The Federal State of Hesse is located in western-central Germany and covers approximately 21,000 square kilometres of varied landscape, and has an estimated population of 6 million. The capital city is the historic spa town of Wiesbaden, which boasts 27 thermal springs and is a world renowned heath... |
| Karlsruhe |
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| Lower Saxony |
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| Mecklenburg-West Pomerania |
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| North Rhine-Westphalia |
| The Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia, commonly referred to as NRW, came into being in 1946 as part of the new restructuring of Germany after World War II, at which time Dusseldorf became the capital and has grown into the wealthy city of commerce, trade and administration that it is known tod... |
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| Rhineland-Palatinate |
| The Federal State of Rhineland-Palatinate lies in western Germany and covers approximately 20,000 square kilometres of rich and varied landscape which is dominated by the picturesque River Rhine, and has an estimated population of 4 million. The capital, which is located in the south of the state, ... |
| Saarland |
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| Saxony |
| The Federal State of Saxony can trace its history back to 700 A.D. and retains a wealth of buildings, monuments, museums and galleries to tell its fascinating story. Home to famous and historic cities such as Dresden, Leipzig and Meissen, Saxony has architectural masterpieces from all epochs of his... |
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| Schleswig-Holstein |
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| Thuringia |
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Sheraton Offenbach Hotel
Frankfurt
 |  Located in Offenbach city centre, Sheraton Offenbach Hotel is ideally located next to Offenbach's city park. The Frankfurt city Centre is just 20 minutes away via locat train - the station is just across from the hotel entrance. The hotel is also convenient to the motorway, which is only five minu... |
NH Heidelberg Hotel
Heidelberg
 |  NH Heidelberg is located in the centre of Heidelberg, perfect for getting to know one of Germany's most lovely and romantic cities and the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. Heidelberg is famous for its science and research activities, history, high-profile companies, and elite universities.
The his... |
Westin Grand Munich
Munich
 |  Join us on a sensory voyage of discovery. Welcome to The Westin Grand Munich.
Discover a place in Munich, in easy-to-reach Arabellapark, a place where you can elevate your senses and renew mind, body, and soul. Leave your everyday cares behind and immerse yourself in a new domain, where we will ful... |
Hilton Munich City
Munich
|  The Hilton Munich City Hotel is adjacent to the Gasteig Cultural Centre. There is a direct train link from the airport which takes 35 minutes. The city centre is just a ten minute walk from the hotel. This is a good hotel for business or leisure travellers, the staff are friendly yet unobtrusive ... |
Dorint Hotel An der Messe
Cologne
|  Whether you are visiting Cologne on business or leisure, the location of the Dorint Hotel in Cologne is ideal. From our hotel you can easily reach the Cologne exhibition grounds and the Cologne Arena as well as the Cologne-Bonn airport. It is just as easy to get to the famous sightseeing attractions... |
Radisson Blu Hotel, Karlsruhe
Ettlingen
|  The Radisson Hotel is just a five minute drive to the city centre of Karlsruhe, and is an ideal starting point for trips to the Black Forest, Heidelberg and Baden-Baden. The hotel offers comfort and relaxtion alongisde excellent facilities. The Matrix Centre for Health & Beauty offers a fitness ro... |
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Ce
Frankfurt
|  The Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and conference Centre, is easily accessed from the International Airport. It is a great place to meet with colleagues, friends, and family in the hub of Europe. Although next to the airport the hotel is quiet and peaceful and offer the facilities and service you... |
Hotel Miramar Golden Mile
Frankfurt
|  The Miramar Hotel has an ideal location in the heart of the city in Frankfurt's oldest district, Roemer Platz and close to all the tourist attractions. The Paulskirche and the Romer, where the traditional Christmas market takes place every year, are only a few steps away. This area is situated nea... |
The Regent Berlin
Berlin
|  Deemed one of the best places to stay in the world by American magazine Condé Nast Traveler, The Regent Berlin hotel offers luxury and convenience in an ideal city centre location. Easily accessible from three local airports, this hotel in Berlin is minutes away from all the best shopping, art and m... |
Hilton Munich Park Hotel
Munich
|  The Hilton Munich Park Hotel is next to the English Garden and just 30 minutes' drive from the airport. The Hotel offers 21 meeting rooms for up to 1020, business centre, Executive Lounge and wireless internet access. Enjoy a steak at the Tivoli Restaurant or sip a beer in the People' Bar. This... |
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Berlin Segway Tour
Tour
Berlin |  Cruise effortlessly through Berlin's parks and sidewalks as you view the sites by Segway! A self-balancing, personal transportation device that's designed to operate in any pedestrian environment, your Berlin Segway Tour is limited in size (a maximum of 5 participants per guide), so you can count on... |
Munich Free Walking Tour
Walking
Munich | The Free Tour starts everyday at 10:45 AM, & 1 PM, on Marienplatz by the large column. For your convenience, they offer a pick up service at 10 am, & 12:30pm in front of Starbucks in Hauptbahnhof and accompany you to the starting point. Be sure to look for the guides wearing red SANDEMANs NEW Europe... |
Discover Berlin Walking Tour Depart West Berlin
Walking
Berlin |  This fascinating walking tour begins with an account of how Berlin was founded. You'll go for a stroll along the famous Unter den Linden boulevard, passing the University and Opera House, and find out where Nazi students burnt books in May 1933.
The walking tour also takes you to the War Memorial (... |
Sandeman New Hamburg Free Walking Tour
Walking
Hamburg |  From tales of pirates and the Hanseatic League to WWII air raids and the Great Fire of 1842, Hamburg has a unique character within Germany. As Europe’s second biggest port, Hamburg has always been open to adventurers and travellers from the whole world and is still full of history, drama, and wild n... |
Munich Bike Tour
Biking
Munich |  Beginning from the Central Train Station, your guide will bike you around the best routes, tell you interesting stories and the perfect spots to stop for a quick drink. Start in Royal Munich where lies the great neo-classical plaza, Konigsplatz (Munich's Acropolis), and a few minutes from there is t... |
Salzburg and Lake District Day Tour from Munich
Tour
Munich |  Leave Munich aside for the day to explore Salzburg and the idyllic Lake District. You'll travel in the comfort of a motor coach, escorted by a professional guide. Enjoy freetime to walk the streets of Salzburg and admire the beautiful views of the Lower Bavarian Alps.
Pass through the Chiemgau befo... |
Dachau Concentration Camp Tour from Munich
Tour
Munich |  Venture out of Munich by local transport for a comprehensive small group tour through Dachau Concentration Camp and memorial site. An authorized guide will share important information concerning the desperate survivors who'd been tortured and exploited throughout the course of World War II. Today, D... |
Salt Mine Berchtesgaden
Tour
Berchtesgaden |  Dressed in miner's clothing, the visitor enjoys rides on a train, a funicular, a raft and down slides through the Salt Mine in Berchtesgaden.
In former times only privileged dignitaries were allowed to visit Berchtesgaden's salt mines, in operation since 1517. Today, this fascinating underground wo... |
Discover Berlin Walking Tour Depart East Berlin
Walking
Berlin | This fascinating walking tour begins with an account of how Berlin was founded. You'll go for a stroll along the famous Unter den Linden boulevard, passing the University and Opera House, and find out where Nazi students burnt books in May 1933.
The walking tour also takes you to the War Memorial (... |
Berlin Bike Tour
Biking
Berlin |  There's no better way to see the sights and learn the history of Berlin than by joining a bike tour! You get to have fun and socialize, have some exercise and be entertained by your knowledgeable guide. It will be the best day you'll spend in Berlin!
Understand all facets of Berlin in one bike tour... |
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