germany
Germany is often overlooked, but it has some of Europe’s best cities, food and scenery. Berlin is creative and full of history, and Munich is the gateway to Bavaria’s castles and lakes.
The Rhine and Mosel valleys are lined with vineyards and castles, the Black Forest has spa towns and walking trails, and the Christmas markets are among the best in Europe.
It’s an easy trip from the UK, and ideal for a long weekend or a longer road trip.
where to go
Museums, history and a creative food scene.
Beer gardens, lakes and the Alps.
King Ludwig's fairytale castle.
Castles, vineyards and river towns.
Spa towns, forests and Michelin-starred dining.
A baroque city rebuilt on the Elbe.
when to go
Each season has its own appeal.
May to August
Beer gardens, lakes and long evenings.
September to October
Wine festivals and Oktoberfest in Munich.
Late November to December
Christmas markets in almost every town.
where to stay
Baden-Baden Photo: Oetker Collection Black Forest
A family-run hotel known for its celebrated fine dining.
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experiences
Explore the Wall, Museum Island and Cold War sites.
Visit the castle early with a private guide.
Sail past castles and vineyards.
Walk the forest trails and relax in Baden-Baden.
Visit Riesling estates in the Mosel.
Nuremberg, Munich and Dresden in December.
May to October for touring, and late November to December for the Christmas markets.
Yes, Germany’s trains connect all the major cities quickly.
Very, with castles, lakes and theme parks.
It runs for around two weeks from mid-September in Munich.
pair it with
A wild Atlantic coast, castle hotels and some of the friendliest pubs you'll ever find.
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Scottish estates, English country houses and London's theatres, galleries and restaurants.
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Paris, Provence, the Riviera, the Alps and the vineyards of Bordeaux and Champagne.
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