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Germany has a long, colorful and rich history that has left many churches, castles and medieval streets such as the city of Freiburg Germany, which is one of the oldest cities in the country.
Apart from historic districts and cultural attractions, there are natural wonders such as the Black Forest mountain range which is, without a doubt, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Germany.
Germany is on of the best places to visit Europe and a popular holiday base for travelers looking to explore the heart of Europe and other top Eastern European cities to visit.
Visiting Germany for the first time
If you are visiting Germany for the first time, the cities of Berlin, Cologne and Munich are perhaps the most popular places for a holiday in Germany, as these cities feature impressive historical sites and landmarks such as the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate.
Tourist attractions in Germany: Munich-Cologne
* Neuschwanstein Castle located in Bavaria is one of the most popular castles in Germany and it features Gothic styles interiors.
* Oktoberfest event is one of the top tourist attractions in Germany, especially for beer drinkers. Oktoberfest is nevertheless a great place to be and soak in German culture.
* Cologne Cathedral is another magnificent attraction to visit to admire this lovely Gothic structure and its beautiful stained-glass windows.
* The Cologne museum which is one of the top tourist attractions in Germany, it features a great collection of modern art.
* Visiting the Black Forest and hiking its lovely landscapes and valleys is another popular attraction.
* The town of Heidelberg is also a great place to soak in the romantic side of Germany. You can take a boat ride along the River Neckar and admire Heidelbergs landmarks such as ancient towers and bridges.
Tourist attractions in Germany: Berlin
* Jewish Memorial and the Jewish Museum are two must-see attractions where you can learn detailed information about the holocaust.
* Oberbaumbrücke Bridge is also a popular attraction due to its unique design made out of red bricks and crowned by two towers.
* Schloss Castle and Berliner Dom Cathedral located on the Museum Island are two of the most popular buildings in Berlin.
* Gendarmenmarkt is one of the most popular squares in Berlin and you can find the popular French and German cathedrals.
Tourist attractions in Germany: Festivals & Events
Visiting festivals and events in Germany are a fun way to experience and explore Germany. Apart from Oktoberfest, a few other German festivals worth attending include:
* The Love Parade dance festival happens in July.
* The Oberbaumbrücke Art festival happens in August.
* The Berlinale Film Festival happens in February.
The month of September is perhaps the best time to enjoy the tourist attractions in Germany as there is fewer crowds and hotel rates are much cheaper.
Germany Day Trips
If you're basing your holiday in the north of Germany, popular day trips including exploring Odense Denmark.
If you are staying near the center of Germany, you can explore things to do in Eindhoven in Holland, Czech Republic, Luxembourg and fun things to do in Antwerp Belgium.
For those of you staying in the south of Germany, popular day trips include checking fun things to do in Zurich Switzerland and tourist attractions in Strasbourg France.
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