Germany Travel

Renowned Monument from Early Middle Ages Offers Tours of Architecture and Sculpture, as well as Catholic Mass, Organ Concerts, a Nativity Scene and Modern Cultural Events

Dec 14, 2009 - Karren Tolliver

In Germany Christmas is celebrated on the evening of December 24. Traditionally, people eat carp, goose or simply potato salad.

Dec 5, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

There is one day that German children anticipate almost as much as Christmas: St. Nikolaus Day on the 6th of December.

Dec 4, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Germans have long eschewed their country's outlandish train fares by traveling in organized carpools. This article details how tourists can rideshare like the locals.

Nov 27, 2009 - Margaret Murray

As the Euro continues to strengthen against the dollar, consider these tips and tricks to lower travel costs on your train rides through Germany and beyond.

Nov 26, 2009 - Margaret Murray

Münster, whose old city center dates from the 13th century, is an easy jaunt from Düsseldorf and Essen, and offers an idyllic getaway from the Northern Rhein region.

Nov 24, 2009 - Margaret Murray

Bavaria's famous brewpub makes award-winning beer from smoked malted barley and serves it at the tavern in Bamberg's Altstadt (Old Town) beneath the Dom (Cathedral).

Nov 23, 2009 - Karren Tolliver

Just a short train ride from two gay-friendly centers of 2010 activity (Cologne and Essen), sophisticated, laid-back, and GLBT-friendly Düsseldorf is a perfect day trip.

Nov 21, 2009 - Rich Rubin

Cologne, well-known as Germany's "gay mecca," hosts the Gay Games in summer 2010 with a program of sporting/cultural events. Discover this gay-friendly German city!

Nov 19, 2009 - Rich Rubin

One of the nicest German castle hotels is Burghotel auf Schönburg, combining fine dining, prime Rhine views, and a truly ancient atmosphere with all modern comforts.

Nov 17, 2009 - Rich Rubin

A 17-century castle has been transformed into a luxurious hotel in the Ruhr region, Europe's 2010 Capital of Culture. Castle Hugenpoet combines luxury with hominess.

Nov 17, 2009 - Rich Rubin

Schloss Lerbach, a century-old castle in the countryside near Cologne and Dusseldorf, offers luxury and a three Michelin star restaurant.

Nov 17, 2009 - Rich Rubin

Former castles in Germany's Münsterland region have been converted to hotels, offering a unique stay in the German countryside, from simple to luxury.

Nov 17, 2009 - Rich Rubin

Essen and its surrounding area - Germany's Ruhr region - combines industry with culture, making it an intriguing choice for the 2010 European Cultural Capital honors.

Nov 17, 2009 - Rich Rubin

'Tis the season to head for Germany's legendary holiday street markets, filled with glittering lights, music, handcrafted gifts, traditional foods and hot spiced wine.

Nov 9, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

On its completion the Great Berlin Wheel will become the world's tallest Ferris wheel offering visitors to Berlin spectacular views across Germany's capital.

Nov 9, 2009 - Tom Ravenscroft

From the beginning of December through Christmas Eve, Munich streets and squares glow with twinkling lights and are filled with music and the spicy scent of gingerbread.

Nov 9, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

Spend an educational family day out with the Neanderthal man in the German historic landmark, near Dusseldorf, where the fossil skeleton was discovered in 1856.

Nov 6, 2009 - Lito Apostolakou

Moorish style Mediterana, a luxurious wellness and fitness center near Cologne, is one of Europe's most beautiful spas with 15 thermal baths and unique sauna treatments.

Nov 5, 2009 - Christine Welter

Düsseldorf is a fascinating and worthwhile destination for travellers in Europe. A place of culture, beer, festivals and spectacular architecture.

Nov 1, 2009 - Jeffrey Baxter

More than 2,000 years old, Regensburg in southern Germany is a charming city with a fascinating history and plenty to enjoy.

Nov 1, 2009 - Kate Rodriguez

The former industrial towns of Duisburg and Oberhausen in the Ruhr in Germany have changed dramatically in time for the area being European Capital of Culture 2010.

Oct 28, 2009 - Gillian Thomas

World-renowned symphony orchestra's New Year's Eve concert crowns medieval city's Christmas Markets and Nativity Trail celebrations and highlights busy international tour

Oct 24, 2009 - Karren Tolliver

Premier German symphony orchestra continues a 60-year tradition with a classical, romantic and contemporary repertoire performed worldwide.

Oct 24, 2009 - Karren Tolliver

Leipzig's rise as a city of fairs and exhibitions began 800 years ago. The hometown of Johann Sebastian Bach and the St Thomas Boys Choir has a rich intellectual history.

Oct 23, 2009 - Christine Welter