Visiting Different Parts of Germany

Germany offers a wide range of choices when it comes to exploring its various cities and regions. There are 16 states in the country and each of them is locally referred to as Bundeslander. Each of them provides plenty of options for a memorable holiday. The country is also famous for its mountains, lakes and forests.

North Germany: Germany has a coastline that stretches along the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. This part of the country is characterised mainly by the white sand beaches, the seaports and the resorts. The city of Bremen is located in Northern Germany and is the second largest city in the country. The port of Hamburg serves as the international port and the gateway to the country. You will also find museums, chic shops, hotels and holiday homes here in Germany. The city of Berlin offers a wonderful combination of night life, culture, architecture and history.

South Germany: The Alps and the Black Forest await you on your trip to the southern half of the country.  Heidelberg houses the most majestic castle ruins. Freiburg serves as the capital of the southern Black Forest region. It is also home to a grand cathedral that is a classic example of Gothic style of architecture.  The city of Munich is also located in this part and is the capital of the state of Bavaria. It is quite famous for hosting the Oktoberfest and being the location of the Deutsches Museum, the biggest industry and science museum in the whole of Europe.  You can also make arrangements for a trip to cities such as Wurzburg, Triberg, Dinkelsbuhl and Lindau.

Central Germany: In the central part of the country is the financial hub of Frankfurt.  It has got all the characteristics of a modern city; it is lively, bright and dynamic and all these have earned it the tag of one of the most Americanized cities. Weimar, Dresden, Leipzig and Schwerin lie in the eastern part of the country.

A trip to Germany is practically incomplete without a visit to the great valleys also referred to as the ‘Romantic Wine Valleys’. The Rhine Valley, as is apparent from the name itself, is known by the name of the river that flows through it. It is known for the wine festivals that are organised here during the autumn months. The Moselle Valley attracts a host of tourists from all over the world and is known for its natural beauty that leaves the tourist absolutely spellbound.  Some of the other valleys in the region include the Weser Valley, the Altmuhl valley, the Neckar valley and the Ahr Valley.

Germany enjoys a steady flow of tourists all the year round. The weather may turn out to be unpredictable at times.  However, the ideal time to visit the country is between the months of May to September. You can indulge in a host of outdoor activities during this time such as swimming, hiking and cycling. It is necessary that you book a room at a hotel or a holiday home in Germany in advance, especially during the peak season.