8 Best Places to Visit in Germany

1. 5. Lubeck

1.1. Lübeck is located in the country’s northern-most state, Schleswig-Holstein

1.2. It was Founded in 1143

1.2.1. Lübeck served for several centuries as the capital seat of the Hanseatic League

1.3. Although it was the first German city to be bombed and damaged during World War II

1.3.1. Lübeck still retains much of its medieval architecture

1.3.1.1. making it a popular tourist destination

1.4. A walk through the narrow streets of the Altstadt

1.4.1. offers views of historic sites like the stunning cathedral

1.4.1.1. the 12th century Town Hall

1.4.1.2. and the old city gates of which the Holstentor is the most famous

2. 6. Cologne

2.1. Cologne is situated on the Rhine River

2.1.1. in the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia

2.2. The city offers a vibrant array of attractions

2.2.1. buzzing nightlife

2.2.2. stellar arts

2.2.3. and culture scene

2.3. Cologne also packs impressive landmarks such as the city’s informal symbol

2.3.1. the Cologne Cathedra

2.3.1.1. a stunning Gothic church

3. 7. Berlin

3.1. It is a federal state and the capital city of Germany

3.1.1. Berlin is widely associated with its World War II history

3.2. Since the fall of the historic wall in 1989

3.2.1. Berlin today is now a vast, unified city diverse in ethnic groups

3.2.2. and abundant in sightseeing attractions, culture and nightlife

3.3. Many tourists are drawn to Berlin’s famous historic structures which include

3.3.1. the Brandenburg Gate

3.3.2. and the Reichstag

3.4. Although most of the Berlin Wall was demolished

3.4.1. there are some portions still standing

3.4.1.1. near Checkpoint Charlie and Reichstag.

4. 8. Munich

4.1. It is best known as the origin of the world famous Oktoberfest

4.2. It is home to several sophisticated opera houses and theaters

4.2.1. like the National Theatre

4.3. The city center is an attractive blend of classic and modern architecture

4.3.1. teeming in

4.3.1.1. historic churches

4.3.1.2. medieval walls

4.3.1.3. royal palaces

4.3.1.4. bustling shopping centers

4.3.1.5. nightlife venues

4.4. Munich’s Oktoberfest began in 1810 with a royal wedding celebration

4.4.1. Today, this famous beer festival draws millions of visitors every year

4.4.2. to take part in the revelry that involves

4.4.2.1. several gigantic beer tents

4.4.2.2. delicious Bavarian food

4.4.2.3. and millions of liters of beer

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6. 1. Rugen Island

6.1. Located in the Baltic Sea

6.1.1. Rugen Island is connected to the mainland

6.1.1.1. byt he Rugen Bridge and Rugen Causeway

6.2. Rugen Island's star attraction is

6.2.1. is the Jasmund National Park

6.2.1.1. famous for its unique chalk cliffs rising 528 feet over the sea

6.3. Another notable feature of Rugen Island is Cape Arkona

6.3.1. East Germany’s northernmost tip

6.3.1.1. where tourists can visit an old lighthouse

6.3.1.2. remnants of a Slavic castle and a picturesque fishing village

7. 2. Neuschwanstein

7.1. Neuschwanstein Castle is the most photographed building in Germany

7.2. Nestled among the breathtaking beauty of the Bavarian Alps near the town of Fussen

7.2.1. this fairy-tale castle served as the inspiration behind

7.2.2. Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle

7.3. Neuschwanstein Castle was never built for defense purposes as most castles

7.3.1. Instead, this castle was created

7.3.1.1. as a fanciful retreat King Ludwig II of Bavaria

8. 3. Romantic Rhine

8.1. Stretching between the cities of Bingen and Bonn, Germany,

8.1.1. the Middle Rhine flows through a dramatic geological formation

8.1.1.1. called the Rhine Gorge

8.2. This region features a spectacular landscape

8.2.1. dotted with some 40 medieval castles

8.2.2. picturesque villages

8.2.3. and terraced vineyards

8.3. The region’s most famous natural attraction is the Lorelei

8.3.1. the deepest and most narrow section of the Rhine Gorge

8.4. The best way to experience the Romantic Rhine

8.4.1. is by a riverboat cruise.

9. 4. Dresden

9.1. Before it was severely damaged from World War II bombings

9.1.1. Dresden was known as the Jewel Box because of

9.1.1.1. its lavish collection of stunning art and architecture

9.2. Dresden offers a number of historic sites

9.2.1. like the stunning Frauenkirche cathedral

9.3. The city also boasts many cultural institutions of which

9.3.1. the Semper Opera is most widely esteemed.