Area

Geography

Germany – is a country in Central Europe. It is bordered to the north by the North Sea, Denmark, and the Baltic Sea; to the east by Poland and the Czech Republic; to the south by Austria and Switzerland; and to the west by France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Bound by fertile river valleys to the east and west; the Alps to the south; and the Baltic and North Sea to the north, Germany is a land of changing landscapes and extreme natural beauty. Hikers, cyclists and winter sports enthusiasts flock here for some of the best facilities their sport has to offer.

Climate

Given Germany's northerly situation (it is closer to the Arctic Circle than to the Equator), temperatures are surprisingly moderate. Low-lying regions are not prone to sustained periods of extremely hot or cold weather. Humid westerly winds influence temperatures which rise into the mid 20°C range in the summer before falling to near-freezing levels in the winter. Rainfall is consistent throughout the year, with slightly more precipitation during the warmest, summer months.

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Sightseeing

Tragically, a great deal of Germany's historic infrastructure was badly damaged during the air raids of WWII. However, city planners were vigilant in implementing meticulous reconstructions where appropriate, and in commissioning compelling monuments and museums that chronicle the country's development as well as the struggles it faced during the mid-20th century. Today's Germany is equal parts modern and ancient, with impressive skyscrapers alongside stern churches and amicable biergartens.

Berlin. Once a starkly divided city, Berlin is a testament to the unsettling schism that stretched across the country during the Cold War. Since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Berlin has grown into a vast, 21st-century beacon of hope with impressive green spaces, world-class museums and stunning monuments.

The Reichstag Cupola perches atop the old parliamentary building, a modern addition that provides unparalleled panoramic views over the entire city. Museum Island, on the River Spree, houses five separate museums with ancient artefacts drawn from around the world. Finally, Berlin is the only city in Europe without firm closing hours so the nightlife sometime bleeds into the morning hours.

Munich. Resting at the foot of the Alps, Munich is a 12th century market town that has grown into a modern, cosmopolitan centre. However, this city has retained much of its provincial, small-town ambience, especially apparent in the biergartens, beer halls and open-air markets that operate near the historic centre. The inviting atmosphere here lures a considerable number of domestic tourists, though visitors from around the world turn out for the annual Oktoberfest celebration.

Cologne. One of Germany's chief metropolitan centres, Cologne is a cultural hub of the Rhineland with countless art institutes and galleries alongside more than 30 museums. The city is known for its 13th century Gothic cathedral which took an astonishing 600 years to complete. There are several other Romanesque churches in Cologne and two picturesque parks – each boasting their own biergarten. A devoutly Catholic city, Cologne is best visited during Karneval, when the city is taken by parades, festive dancing and plenty of late-night partying.

Frankfurt. Germany's fifth-largest city has an enormous stake in Europe's financial sector, with more than 400 banking institutions operating within city limits. One out of four residents comes from outside of Germany, giving a distinctly international feel to this modern city. The city's skyline is often likened to that of Manhattan, and views are best from a table at the soaring Maintower Restaurant. Although modernity is the operative word here, Frankfurt hasn't turned its back on its heritage. Instead, the city's historical heart has been dutifully reconstructed at the medieval town square (the Römerberg), where the half-timbered houses flank 13th- and 14th-century churches.

Roman Ruins at Trier. Centuries before the Germany became the seat of the Holy Roman Empire, the original Roman Empire established a colony at Trier. The first Roman incursions began in the 1st century and by the 3rd century, Trier was referred to as the "Second Rome". The city has numerous well-preserved Roman buildings and monuments, the whole of which testify to this area's regional importance nearly 2,000 years ago.

Resorts

Germany has a long history of spas and wellness. Romans appreciated the hot mineral springs at Baden-Baden, and beginning in the 18th and 19th centuries, Europe's royalty and other aristocrats would meet at the great German spa resort towns. You can still have a taste of the life they enjoyed at spas like Brenner's Park Hotel & Spa in Baden-Baden, one of the best spas in Germany.

Enjoy life in Baden-Baden. Germany's leading spa town is located in the Black Forest. The springs were discovered early on by the Romans then touted for the healing properties in the 1800s. Today, the city has more than lavish spa treatments on hand-namely, the country's forerunning casino.

Germany has nearly 900 spa resorts, including mineral and mud spas, climatic health resorts (known for fresh air), sea-side resorts, and Kniepp hydrotherapy spa resorts.