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Germany. The country is synonymous with beer, sausages, incredible hiking, majestic castles, serious people, and wild techno parties. It’s huge, diverse, and utterly amazing.
There’s a vibrant art and music scene in Berlin; beautiful forests in the west; majestic cathedrals and castles throughout the country; picturesque “Sound of Music” cities in the south; and overlooked historic cities and beaches in the north. The more you visit Germany, the more fall fall in love with it. Whether you are backpacking, traveling on a mid-range budget, or are looking to splash out, traveling around Germany is a wonderful experience. That said, Germany is a huge country so don’t rush your visit. Take your time. Those train rides are longer than you think. Fortunately, Germany is a budget-friendly country so it’s easy to see the sights without breaking the bank.

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GERMANY OVER THE YEAR

Germany is a year-round destination. Summer is the most popular time to travel, as the temperatures are hot and everyone enjoys the outdoor weather. People flock to the beer gardens and lakes to swim. This is also the high season when prices are much higher than usual. During this time, average temperatures are around 24 °C and can rise into the 30 °C range. It is advisable to book accommodations and transportation early (especially in July and August), as temperatures warm up quickly in the spring and the season is marked by cherry blossoms. In May, it is warm enough to walk around in T-shirts and shorts. May 1 (Der Erste Mai) is Labor Day in Germany, and the country celebrates it extensively. If you are lucky enough to be here at this time, you can hit the streets with your fellow Germans and enjoy the live music, drinking, dancing and general mayhem. From late September to early October, millions of people from all over the world flock here to enjoy the biggest beer festival in the world. If you want to visit Oktoberfest, you should book your accommodation in advance. Visiting Germany in the fall is a good idea overall, especially in Bavaria when the foliage in the hills and mountains makes for great photos. Winter in Germany can be cold with temperatures as low as -10°C, but Germany is known for its Christmas spirit and the Christmas markets throughout the country are worth visiting, especially in Munich, Berlin and Dresden. Pack warm clothes and let the delicious mulled wine warm you up.

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Berlin

The exciting and vibrant German capital is the center for everything that's hot in the world of art, fashion, music and design. The city is teeming with stunning architecture, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Berlin. Whether you want to take a cultural break in the numerous museums and art galleries, haggle at the various flea markets, or immerse yourself in the city's trendy restaurant and bar scene, there's no shortage of options. Of course, Berlin is also home to several important historical sites and landmarks. These include the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and the Jewish Museum.

Cologne Cathedral

The epitome of Gothic architecture, the famous Cologne Cathedral dominates the city skyline. The towering UNESCO World Heritage site is also home to the Ottonian Gero Cross, the oldest large sculpture of the crucified Christ north of the Alps. But beyond this epic landmark, the city offers a wealth of great museums, restaurants, bars, and - most importantly - chocolate. If you have a real sweet tooth, you will undoubtedly love the Chocolate Museum Cologne. This 4,000-square-meter chocolate wonderland features nine exhibition areas where you'll learn all about the culture and history of chocolate, which dates back to the Mayans and Aztecs 3,000 years ago.

Munich

One of the most cosmopolitan German cities to visit is undoubtedly Munich, the capital of Bavaria. Munich is full of bars, numerous museums, restaurants, churches and of course beer gardens. But what really makes the city famous is the biggest beer festival in the world, Oktoberfest, which takes place here every fall. The 16- to 18-day extravaganza attracts more than six million people from all over the world and features a packed program of live music, rides, games and, of course, Lederhosen in Munich. Given the immense popularity of the festival, early booking is essential as Munich becomes one of the most popular destinations in Germany during this time.

Fairytails and beautiful Landscapes

As a child you have probably heard one or the other fairy tale of the Brothers Grimm. Then pay a visit to the magical land that is said to have inspired stories like Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty. Bordering France in southwestern Germany, the Black Forest encompasses 11,100 square kilometers of breathtaking natural landscape. Known for its dense evergreen forests and beautiful lakes and waterfalls, it's the ideal place to get back into nature, whether on foot, bike or horseback.

Neuschwanstein Castle

Speaking of Sleeping Beauty: Germany is also home to the stunningly beautiful castle that inspired Walt Disney's version of the castle in Disneyland. Nestled in the mountains of the Bavarian Alps, Neuschwanstein Castle is the crown jewel among Europe's fairy-tale castles and one of the most popular destinations in Germany. Commissioned in 1869 by Ludwig II of Bavaria for his pleasure, the breathtaking castle is famous for its elegant towers rising from the treetops.

On top of the World

If you want to know what it feels like to stand on top of the world - or at least Germany - a trip to the majestic summit of Zugspitze is just the ticket. Located on the border between Germany and Austria, it is Germany's highest mountain at 2,962 meters. Surrounded by steep valleys, the summit offers views of more than 400 mountains spread across the countries. Of course, it is worth climbing the mountain, and fortunately there are two ways to do it: cable cars or the unusual way, climbing.

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