Travel Stories

Jul 30, 2023 • 5 min read

Hit the trails with this selection of the best hiking routes in Germany, from the High Black Forest to the Saale river valley.

Jul 30, 2023 • 6 min read

From paying with cash to not crossing against a red light, here are the things you need to know before going to Germany.

Jul 29, 2023 • 6 min read

Hit the road with these six touring routes and visit historic towns, castles and palaces, plus epic mountains and remote beaches.

Jul 28, 2023 • 3 min read

Find the perfect season for your visit to Germany with this guide to what's happening through the year.

Jul 27, 2023 • 6 min read

Prepare to be wowed by Germany's soul-stirring scenery, beautiful big cities and quaint half-timbered towns. These are the top places to visit in Germany.

Jul 27, 2023 • 9 min read

From cities to countryside and up the highest mountain, experience the best of Germany with these top things to do.

Jul 23, 2023 • 4 min read

Do you know if you need a visa to visit Germany? We can help you work it out.

Jul 13, 2023 • 8 min read

With lots of family-friendly activities and a well-developed infrastructure, Germany is an ideal destination for families traveling with kids of all ages.

Jul 10, 2023 • 6 min read

It's here! Your guide to Germany's Oktoberfest, slated for Sep 16 - Oct 3, 2023. Here are all the details.

Jan 30, 2023 • 11 min read

Get the inside scoop on eating and drinking in Germany – from beer hall faves to fancy vegan flavors.

Aug 22, 2022 • 5 min read

Between tramping up mountains and pottering down medieval lanes and alleys, this region is best appreciated by car

Sep 28, 2021 • 5 min read

From Bremen to Leipzig, move off the well-trodden paths to Germany’s wealth of smaller cities and you’ll be rewarded with surprisingly youthful energy

Jun 25, 2021 • 6 min read

For centuries the epic beauty of Germany’s landscapes has inspired artists, and its national parks highlight some of the country's best outdoor spaces.

Apr 7, 2021 • 5 min read

From the north coast seaside resorts to secluded lakeside sandy spots, here are Germany's best beaches.

Nov 24, 2020 • 4 min read

The origins of Krampus the Christmas demon dates back centuries and now, is a beloved and cherished tradition in many central European countries.

Nov 23, 2020 • 6 min read

Enjoy black runs and rollicking après-ski alongside a culture-crammed winter break - the slopes aren't far from the cities in Austria and Germany.

Oct 15, 2020 • 4 min read

Pop your helmet on, get that butt on the seat, and be ready to pedal. Here are some of Germany's best cycle routes.

Feb 3, 2020 • 6 min read

From tough Teutonic trails to silky ribbonesque rivers just asking to be run, Germany is an underrated adventure powerhouse.

Dec 11, 2019 • 6 min read

Writer John Garry explains how FKK (Free Body Culture) in Germany started and how following the rules led to his freedom.

Oct 31, 2019 • 5 min read

December in Germany means getting into the festive spirit with centuries-old traditions and a visit to a cosy Christmas market.

Oct 11, 2019 • 5 min read

Germany celebrates its diverse wine regions in a unique way – by electing regional and national Wine Princesses and Wine Queens who travel the world sharing…

Oct 7, 2019 • 7 min read

Just within the last twenty years, Spätburgunder and other Germany pinot noirs have climbed in popularity, and now not only makes up over a third of Germany’s…