Many visiting Berlin opt to stay in the city center, amidst the more famous tourist sites, perhaps within walking distance of the Brandenburg Gate or near the chaos surrounding Checkpoint Charlie. A unique approach to Germany’s capital city is to stay in a residential neighborhood, such as Kreuzberg, a historically Turkish district and now an …
Beyond the Brandenburg Gate, past the Reichstag, ignoring Checkpoint Charlie, one of Berlin’s most fascinating sites is the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, known as the Holocaust Memorial. Situated near some of Berlin’s most renowned monuments, the Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial stands in stark contrast to those more famous …
Szczecin, Poland’s seventh largest city (population 406,000) and the capital of West Pomeranian Province, is a charming maritime city worthy of a day trip. The city is only a two-hour train ride from Berlin, and is also accessible from Warsaw and smaller cities in Germany’s Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Due to its small size, the entire city can be …
Dresden, Germany’s most notable landmark, the Frauenkirche, has a history mirrored in its city. Constructed in the 18th century, the church was destroyed in the firebombing of Dresden during World War II. The reconstruction of the exterior was finally completed in 2004 and it now stands once again as the most recognizable edifice in the city. The …
There are many must see sights that nearly all tourists flock to when in Germany’s capital city – the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie – but one not to be missed is KaDeWe. Opened in 1907, Kaufhaus des Westens is the largest department store in Germany and second largest in Europe, only behind London’s Harrods. …
The charming Bavarian city of Würzburg is worth exploring for many reasons, but its most famous tourist attraction is the Residenz, an impressive Baroque palace nearly unrivaled in the country. The Residenz greatly captures the elaborate lifestyles of its inhabitants during the 18th Century as well as serves as an exceptional example of German Baroque …
The food of Franconia is hearty fare and what many would consider “typical German food”. Typical Franconian restaurants and inns dot the landscape of this German region and they often feature similar dishes on their menus. A meal at such a restaurant begins with a salad sampler, comprised of cucumbers in a vinegar or yogurt …
Discover Herzogenaurach, Germany Herzogenaurach, a charming town in Middle Franconia, Germany has a rich history as a significant medieval center and is home to the headquarters of world renown fitness brands Adidas and Puma. Historic City Center or Herzogenaurach The historic center is known primarily for its half-timber homes and numerous medieval structures which have been in …
Forchheim is a wonderful, tiny town in northern Bavaria, known in the region as “das Tor zur fränkischen Schweiz,” or the gateway to Franconian Switzerland. It is a delightful place to visit for the day while touring the beautiful countryside. Forchheim’s rich medieval history has been well preserved as evidenced by its most striking building, the half-timber Rathaus …
Rothenburg, or more correctly Rothenburg ob der Tauber , is a picturesque Bavarian town that seems almost suspended in time. A centuries old city wall encapsulates charming medieval buildings that attract tourists and locals alike. The city is very popular among tourists and thus is easily accessible via bus provided by various travel agencies. However, …