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DISCOVER
GERMANY
Edition 2011 | 12
GERMANY – DESTINATION CULTURE Breathtaking architecture, creative potential

and innovative ideas in art and technology – from the coast to the Alps.
BERLIN & BRANDENBURG Culture and entertainment around the capital city.
THEME PARKS & SHOPPING Fun for the entire family.
BLACK FOREST & LAKE CONSTANCE Vacation variety for active enjoyment.
SUPPLEMENT FIFA Women’s World Cup Germany 2011™.
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SouthWest Germany is throwing a party for the car.
Come and join us!

The best brainwave since the car.
It’s SouthWest Germany’s 125-day party
to celebrate the 125th birthday of the car.
May 7, 2011 to September 10, 2011
www.automobilsommer2011.de
Sponsored by: An initiative of:
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Maritime culture, the new art scene and

lifestyle, industrial culture and
modern architecture as well as
high-tech and automotive …
EDITORIAL
16 PAGE SPECIAL
GERMANY – DESTINATION CULTURE
Dear reader,
Health and wellness travel is very much in vogue. Around 40 per

cent of international visitors come to Germany for leisure purposes.
15 per cent travel with the specific intention of doing something for
their fitness, beauty or wellbeing. In this latest edition of Discover
Germany we will tell you about some of our country’s top destinations
for health-related travel.
More than 350 spa resorts make Germany a leading choice for health
and wellness travel. Germany has also earned a global reputation as
a destination for medical tourism. What’s more, there is a multitude
of spa and beauty hotels that specialise in a holistic approach
to wellness. These are ideal for holidaymakers who want to rest, relax
and escape their everyday cares.
In our special “Destination Culture” you will find lots of ideas and
inspiration for combining your wellness holiday with culture and
entertainment.
To tie in with the 125th anniversary of the motor car in 2011 we will
also be telling you about the centres of Germany’s automotive industry.
The factory guided tours and on-site museums offer fascinating
insights into the past, present and future of an industry that changed
the world.
Petra Hedorfer, Chief Executive Officer

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CONTENT
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Destination Culture
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04 MARITIME CULTURE Hip port cities,
Nordic flair and a stiff breeze along
Germany’s coasts
08 NEW ART Cultural life flourishes in
cities such as Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden,
Weimar and Dessau
12 DISCOVER ARCHITECTURE Former
industrial buildings are transformed into
modern worlds of experience
16 AUTOMOBILE EXPERIENCE 29 HAMBURG The green city on the Elbe
Germany’s most important invention is 29 AACHEN Thermal springs and royal
celebrating its 125th birthday heritage where Germany meets Belgium
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and the Netherlands
30 COLOGNE/BONN Cultural duo on
Cities the Rhine
31 DÜSSELDORF A city for fun, fashion
22 BERLIN Germany’s all-night capital and upcoming trends
23 HOLLYWOOD MEDIA HOTEL Home 32 FRANKFURT City of money, museums
from home and fit for a film star and trade fairs
24 BERLIN A buzzing city of contradictions 32 MUNICH Culture between beer gardens
and Germany’s melting pot and art, football and architectural
25 LEIPZIG Coffee and shopping in masterpieces
Saxony’s unofficial capital 33 BADEN-BADEN Elegant World Spa
25 DRESDEN Music festivals in palaces Resort in the Black Forest
and on the river
26 POTSDAM Strolling through the
gardens of Prussia’s Arcadia
27 BRANDENBURG “Potsdam 2011 –
City of Film”
28 NINE HISTORICAL CITIES Amazing
experiences in Niedersachsen
28 HANNOVER Sightseeing made easy
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47 NÖRDLINGEN The most beautiful

corners are round
48 ROTHENBURG ob der Tauber.
Romanticism, living history and
unique flair
49 ALTÖTTING AND OBERAMMERGAU
Bavaria’s religious centres commemorate
King Ludwig II
Holiday Regions
36 CAST OFF! Travel by houseboat through Travel Themes

Archiv Ahr Rhein Eifel, Tourismus & Service GmbH
north-east Germany
38 NIEDERSACHSEN Actively experience 52 SHOPPING AND GASTRONOMY
nature – a holiday destination with many Perfect for gourmets and fashion fans
natural landscapes 53 THEME PARKS Adventure, pleasure
© Erich Spiegelhalter/STG
39 MEISSEN PORCELAIN and thrills

MANUFACTORY Exclusive insights 54 HIGHLIGHTS Events – concerts –
into a 300-year success story exhibitions
40 RHINE-MOSELLE Idyllic scenery and 59 General Information
the home of riesling 62 Map of Germany
41 GERMAN WINE ROUTE A fitting
tribute to Germany’s winemaking heritage
42 BLACK FOREST Germany’s most
varied holiday region
44 BODENSEE A holiday at Lake
Constance in the heart of Europe
46 GERMAN ALPINE ROAD Fairytale tour
of the Bavarian Alps
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* S teep and rugged or sandy and sweeping, Germany’s coastline stretches for 1,200
kilometres. In the coastal regions of Lower Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein and Mecklenburg-
Western Pomerania, the sea plays a big part in life – in every respect .
MARITIME CULTURE
ALONG GERMANY’S COAST
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Hip port cities, Nordic flair
and a stiff sea breeze
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COAST CULTURE
Where the land meets the sea
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© Jürgen Lösel
PICTURES
1 Bremerhaven German Emigration Centre
2 Lübeck Merchants’ houses
3 National Park Wadden sea
4 Stralsund German Oceanographic Museum
There’s just no getting away from

the sea in this part of northern Germany.
And especially not in Emden, a town of
just 50,000 people that was one of
Europe’s leading port cities 500 years
ago. Moored in Emden is the Amrumbank,
a museum ship that gave service as a
floating lighthouse in various positions in
the North Sea from 1917 to 1983.
THE HOME OF
THEODOR STORM
© Deutsches Auswanderhaus Foto: Werner Huthmacher | Presse- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit der Hansestadt Lübeck
GERMANY COAST TO COAST leled extent, is one such destination.
Between 1830 and 1974, more than seven Schleswig-Holstein’s history is of a
Lower Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein million people emigrated from Bremer- different character. In this region, or more
and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania – haven, most of them to the USA. The precisely in North Friesland, people love
Germany’s three northernmost federal German Emigration Centre, Europe’s to tell stories of dark and stormy nights in
states – are ideal destinations for a largest interactive museum devoted to this which the westerly winds chase dark
seaside holiday. But that’s by no means subject, tells the emigrants’ stories, ex- clouds through the sky; in which the sea
all they have to offer. There are friendly plains their motives, and explores the ins whips against the dykes and some of the
towns and cities replete with beautiful, and outs of their journey across the Atlan- coast dwellers even claim to have seen
historical buildings, for example, lots of tic and arrival at Ellis Island, New York. the famous ‘Rider on the White Horse’ –
cultural attractions, and many an exciting the ghostly literary character penned by
story to hear from days gone by. Wilhelmshaven is also lapped by the the German poet Theodor Storm.
waters of the North Sea, so it’s no
surprise that the sea plays a big part in its Husum is the region’s biggest city and
Between 1830 and 1974, more than attractions. Along the Maritime Meile the place where Theodor Storm grew up.
seven million people left Germany from waterfront ensemble, for example, there This pretty little town with its medieval
Bremerhaven. is the Coastal Museum am Bontekai with gabled houses has a lively feel and a
its exhibition on the world of whales, and loveable charm. Theodor Storm once lived
the Wattenmeerhaus, which showcases right in the centre of Husum, at Wasser-
Bremerhaven, whose history has been the flora and fauna of the Lower Saxony reihe no. 31, a house that now accommo-
shaped by the sea to an almost unparal- Wadden Sea National Park. dates the Theodor Storm Museum.
Text: Karen Amme – travel journalist and marine expert. Feels at home along all of Europe’s coasts
and writes about them in daily newspapers and weekly magazines.
it cuts through the marshes and sandy first Wismar, then Rostock and finally
heathland of Schleswig-Holstein, and Stralsund. The old quarters in Wismar and
enables close to 50,000 ships a year to Stralsund were major trade centres in the
avoid making the long journey around the 14th and 15th century and have been
Jutland peninsula via Skagen in northern inscribed on UNESCO’s list of World
Denmark. Heritage sites. Why? Because they have
retained their original medieval layouts
Lübeck may be known as Kiel’s little and characteristic architectural styles,
sister, but this town at the end of the Bay and because of their superbly preserved
of Lübeck is also a wonderful destination brick-Gothic buildings.
in its own right.
“In proximity to the ocean one finds Stralsund’s top attractions:

no shortage of notable towns. But Lübeck the German Oceanographic Museum,
surpasses them all”, wrote Pope Pius in northern Germany’s most visited
1457. Lübeck is renowned for its distinct- museum, and the nearby Ozeaneum,
ive skyline, in which seven church spires Europe’s Museum of the Year 2010.
tower over the old quarter, its magnificent
bürgerhäuser and merchants’ houses, its
maze of cobbled lanes and brick façades, In the heart of historical Stralsund is
and for the Holsten Gate with its mighty the triple-naved, Gothic hall of the former
towers. Lübeck also provides the setting Church of St. Catherine. This is now
for a number of novels, including Thomas home to the German Oceanographic
Mann’s family saga Buddenbrooks. Museum, the most visited museum in
northern Germany with its sensational sea
Just 20 minutes by car from Husum is One could stay forever in Lübeck, turtle aquarium. Just a short walk away is
the small town of Tönning. Located on the wandering the lanes, paying a visit to the Ozeaneum, Europe’s Museum of the
Eiderstedt peninsula, which is surrounded Buddenbrooks House and admiring the Year 2010. Here, around 7,000 plants and
by the coastal mudflats, Tönning is home town hall – one of the oldest in Germany. animals live in more than six million litres
to the Multimar Wattforum National Park Also part of Lübeck is the seaside resort of water.
Centre – a must see attraction on any of Travemünde, which boasts an idyllic old
tour of northern Germany. quarter and a promenade stretching for Of the many other attractions of note
more than two kilometres. in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the
This is the largest visitor centre in abundant piers are among the most
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Schleswig-Holstein’s Wadden Sea prominent. Reaching far out into the

National Park and tells you everything NATURAL AND Baltic Sea, each one seems to outdo the
you need to know about biodiversity in last in terms of beauty and architecture.
the coastal mudflats, the tides, and the CULTURAL RICHES Sellin pier on Rügen Island, for example,
conservation of indigenous life. seems to hover above the sea like a
This is where the coast of Schleswig- miniature fairytale palace. The pier in
Follow the coast eastwards and you Holstein ends and the shores of Heringsdorf on Usedom island, mean-
arrive in Kiel, the regional capital of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania begin. while, is the longest in mainland Europe
Schleswig-Holstein. This is where the Kiel Where small, sleepy villages dot a verdant at 508 metres. Of course, there’s nothing
Canal, the most heavily used artificial landscape and idyllic avenues are lined like discovering Germany’s coastal
waterway in the world, empties into the with ancient chestnut trees. Then the regions for yourself, and taking lots and
Baltic Sea. For around 100 kilometres, Hanseatic towns rise up on the horizon, lots of time to enjoy it all .
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Creative cities and brilliant,

buzzing towns
* AN INSPIRED CHOICE
Always a finger on the pulse of time
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A NEW WAVE OF ART
AND CULTURE
* E ast is east. In Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, Weimar and Dessau,
the arts are blossoming. Germany’s creative potential in the
visual arts and in film and design is proving more important and
influential than ever before in the new millennium .
Text: Ann Wente – scene insider with an art history

background. She highlights German cities’ hot spots for
art & culture, shopping & lifestyle in travel guides and
city magazines.
PICTURES
1 Berlin University of the Arts
2 Leipzig Museum of Fine Arts
3 Dresden Green Vault, Pretiosensaal
4 Weimar Bauhaus University
CREATIVITY WHEREVER tecture and the visual arts. From the

Barcelona chair to Corbusier’s chaise
YOU LOOK longue, Bauhaus is synonymous around
the world with linear, functional and
While in most countries, the leading avant-garde design. Bauhaus ideals have
museums, theatres and art scenes are influenced generations of designers, and
concentrated in just a few big cities, in continue to do so today, and the Bauhaus
Germany you are spoilt for choice. Even University in Weimar is one of Germany's
small towns have a breathtaking array of creative think tanks.
cultural entertainment.
Berlin does full justice to its reputation In 1925 the Bauhaus moved to Dessau,
as Europe's culture capital. There’s some- a true place of pilgrimage for fans of
thing new to discover every day in this architecture and design.
creative hub, and the events calendar has
never been so packed. AVANT-GARDE ART
© 2009 BTM/Scholvien | Archiv Museum der Bildenden Künste, Foto: PUNCTUM / Bertram Kober
Other important cultural destinations in In the Bauhaus Foundation’s listed
Germany’s east include Leipzig, Dresden Gropius building, groups of international AND DESIGN
and, of course, Weimar and Dessau. students develop new design concepts
Down the centuries, Weimar has been in line with Bauhaus principles. This all UNESCO has bestowed a very special
home to many of the greats of German takes place just a short distance from the honour on Berlin. In 2005, Germany’s
literature, music, philosophy and art. master houses and experimental housing capital became the first and so far only
Today, it mixes trendy urban living with a estates designed by Paul Klee, Wassily European city to be awarded the organi-
long tradition of culture. Kandinsky and Lyonel Feininger. sation’s prestigious ‘City of Design’ title.
A counterpoint to these cubic, nested
buildings can be found nearby in the Berlin is ideal for creative spirits.
DESIGN THAT CHANGED Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz. It has lots of spare and relatively inex-
Covering an area of 142 square kilo- pensive space for studios, ten prestigious
THE WORLD metres, the Garden Kingdom encom- higher education institutes with specialist
passes magnificent palaces, such as art faculties, and an audience that is
Preparations are well underway for the Dutch-inspired Oranienbaum, and curious and open to everything. Events
the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus in a beautiful and extensive collection of such as the DMY Design Festival give
2019. In 1919, Walter Gropius opened 18th-century gardens. In November established and up-and-coming designers
the State Bauhaus in Weimar, which went 2000 it joined the Bauhaus sites on alike the chance to unveil their latest
on to revolutionise modern design, archi- the UNESCO World Heritage list. ‘product experiments’.
German fashion has long been a

fixture on the world stage, whether on
the red carpets or out on the streets.
Labels like adidas, BOSS and Escada,
and designers such as Wolfgang Joop
and Karl Lagerfeld are among the biggest journalists and buyers. Interestingly, the famous exponents are Neo Rauch and
names in the fashion industry. Berlin- grand dame of British fashion, Vivienne Matthias Weischer.
based designers on the verge of gaining Westwood has also had a lasting impact
international fame include Michael on the Berlin scene. From 1993 to 2005,
Michalsky with his feminine designs, the she taught fashion design at the Berlin
c.neeon label with its brightly coloured, University of Arts, one of the world’s A WORLD OF MUSEUMS
artistic clothing and Kaviar Gauche, largest and most highly respected art
which makes stylish, elegant gowns. universities. Creative centres such as AND EXHIBITIONS
Berlin are one of the reasons why
Germany occupies such a prominent These two star artists, together
The best in product design can be position in contemporary art. with 100 others, have their studios in the
seen in the Vitra Design Museum, Baumwollspinnerei, a former cotton mill in
the Deutscher Werkbund’s ‘Museum of Works by German artists achieve top Leipzig. Galleries and designers have also
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Things’ and the Bauhaus Archive. prices at auctions and are represented in set up on the site and made it one of the
important collections and many major most vibrant art hubs in Germany.
museums. Offbeat art festivals help drive
In the Mitte, Friedrichshain and the avant-garde scene forward. In art Not only does the Museum of Fine
Prenzlauer Berg districts, it’s clear to see circles, the Berlin Biennale has established Arts in Leipzig hold an exquisite public
that the people of Berlin like their fashion itself alongside the documenta in Kassel, art collection, but it is also probably the
extravagant, easygoing and individual. while the Transmediale has become a most spectacular newly built museum
Countless boutiques are based in these leading international festival for digital art. in Germany. The Dresden State Art
areas, often with the backroom doubling The Ostrale in Dresden, which is set in a Collections have been among the most
as the studio. Clothing by intriguing former abattoir, has become a stimulating important museums in the world for
newcomers can be found at berliner- artistic counterpoint to the city's baroque hundreds of years now. The twelve
klamotten in the Hackesche Höfe grandeur. And Leipzig, from which a new museums, which include the Picture
complex. wave of German painting has emerged, Gallery and the Green Vault, display
explores further aspects of modern art with the treasures of the Saxon Electors in
Twice a year for Berlin Fashion Week, its F/STOP photography festival. The city incomparably splendid surroundings.
the whole city goes fashion crazy. Calvin also lends its name to one of the most Reopened in 2010, the Albertinum
Klein, Vivienne Westwood and other star influential art movements of recent years, museum features works from the
designers unveil their new collections, the New Leipzig School. The movement is Romantic period to the modern day,
while the accompanying streetwear trade- closely associated with the city’s presti- from Caspar David Friedrich to
show Bread & Butter is a magnet for trade gious Academy of Visual Arts, and its most Gerhard Richter .
ck
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SYMBOLS OF PROGRESS
AND CHANGE © Courtesy Marta Herford / Hans Schröder
© Chris Schroeer-Heiermann
* S ites of industrial
as the ‘Eiffel Towe
heritage such
r of the Ruhr’,
the Eiserner Steg

bridge in Journeys of architectural
ingen
Frankfurt and Völkl
Ironworks have be
en discovery above and below ground
*
chitectural
transformed into ar
modern
monuments and
worlds of discover
y. CULTURE
… changes the way we look at industrial heritage
FROM INDUSTRIAL PLANTS

TO LEISURE PARKS
In Germany, monuments from the old
world of industrial work are now popular
visitor destinations. They stand as em-
blems for a region’s shift from industry
to culture, in which cavernous halls have
become museums, sites of architectural
interest and modern, themed attractions.
Places associated with Germany’s indus-
trial heritage over the past 200 years are
now quick and easy to get to, and offer A NEW ARCHITECTURAL ERA
ample opportunity both for richly varied,
full-length holidays as well as intensive For over ten years, the Route of The huge Grossmarkthalle from the
weekend breaks. Industrial Heritage has linked the 52 1920s stands right on the banks of the
main industrial monuments in the Ruhr River Main in Frankfurt. It is currently
region. This tourist route runs for more being incorporated into an ensemble
than 400 kilometres and is the only of ultra-modern skyscrapers that will
THE RUHR REGION: 1,000 regional project of its kind in the world. become the new headquarters for
the European Central Bank. A boat
INDUSTRIAL MONUMENTS A highlight of the route is the 117- tour on the Main and Rhine through
metre-high gasometer in Oberhausen, the old trade and industrial estates
In Europe’s third-largest conurbation, which offers spectacular exhibitions inside makes for an exciting trip that’s full of
with its 53 towns and cities and population and a fabulous 360° view of the region surprises. Along the way are historical
of 5.3 million, an incredible 1,000 monu- from its roof. At Duisburg-Nord Industrial cranes, the Eiserner Steg bridge
ments bear witness to the heyday of heavy Landscape Park, meanwhile, the gas- spanning the Main in the centre of
industry. This was the age of industrial ometer by the disused ironworks has been Frankfurt, the old Opel mansions
barons such as Krupp and Thyssen, who converted into a diving centre unlike any with their temporary art exhibitions,
reigned supreme through their coal and other in Europe. On the same site, a the steel Kaiserbrücke bridge across the
steel empires, and made the region an former blast furnace serves as an obser - Rhine at Mainz, and the neighbouring
industrial powerhouse in Europe. Today, vation tower, and the old ore bunkers production halls of the former carriage
the collieries and steelworks – the centres have become alpine climbing gardens. factory, which are now used as an
of production – serve as sites of cultural arts centre.
preservation. The Ruhr region has under- In Essen, in the heart of the Ruhr, the
gone a phenomenal transformation from magnificent Zollverein Coal Mine Back on land, a great way to discover
industrial heartland to a region of culture. Industrial Complex has been declared a the Rhine-Main region’s exciting past is
120 theatres and 19 universities are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its winding by following the Route of Industrial
vibrant expression of this metamorphosis. tower is known as the ‘Eiffel Tower’ of the Heritage, which provides information on
Ruhr, and now houses a visitor centre, as the themes of ‘energy’, ‘river ports’ and
well as exhibition spaces for art and ‘automation – man and machine’.
As the European Capital of Culture 2010, design. The accompanying Ruhr Museum
the Ruhr presented a wealth of industrial chronicles the history of the Ruhr region Frankfurt’s main railway station, which
architecture in and around Essen. in an entertaining format. At the Zoll- was built in the 19th century, is a vibrant
verein coking plant, the café looks out transport hub whose five halls with their
over the Canale Grande water tank at curved, steel-and-glass roofs extend a
© WIM.Foto: Holtappels/ Hudemann
The port city of Duisburg, Oberhausen the foot of the coke oven batteries. long way beyond the platforms. It’s
with its gasometer, the UNESCO World Fascinating insights into Germany’s equally busy and bustling just twelve
Heritage Zollverein mine in Essen, the industrial age can also be enjoyed at the kilometres away at Frankfurt airport,
festival city of Bochum and football-mad German Mining Museum in Bochum. which is one of the largest in the world.
Dortmund with its big breweries all played Besides an underground visitor mine, this Terminal 2 is a masterpiece of modern
a part in the region’s year as the Euro- has a 50-metre-high winding tower that architecture with a glass roof for direct
pean Capital of Culture. offers sensational views. sunlight.
PICTURES
1 Gelsenkirchen ‘Maschinenhalle’
2 Frankfurt Eiserner Steg
3 Oberhausen Gasometer Text: Dr. Peter Christian Lang – PR pro and cultural philosopher. He discovers hidden cultural treasures
4 Völklingen Blower Hall and shows travelers from all over the world architectural pearls from yesterday, today and tomorrow.
World Heritage status in 1994. Until it

closed in 1986, almost 20,000 people
worked at the site on the banks of the
Saar. During this time, the closed-off
area between the river and the ironworks
was left to grow unchecked into a wild
‘paradise of natural beauty’. Rising above
these gardens are the mighty smelting
works with their coal towers, blast
furnaces, coke batteries and a huge
water tank. The Völklingen Ironworks is
one of the region's most popular tourist from the era of coal and steel. Ascents to
attractions. the summit of the Viktoria and Lydia slag-
© Sven Siebenmorgen | Völklinger Hütte / Franz Mörscher | HANNES ALBERT
heaps are rewarded with phenomenal

views.
Steel behemoths, industrial heritage
A GARDEN PARADISE ALONG and grand railway station halls. There are no better places in Germany
to see how sooty industrial areas can
THE SAAR RIVER become cultural and architectural centres,
Not far from the Völklingen Ironworks modern transport hubs and post-industrial
In the Saarland, a captivating is the Haldenrundweg walking route. This landscapes than along the Ruhr and Saar
contrast exists between the enchanting circular trail runs for more than 45 km rivers and in the Rhine-Main region. Steel
scenery along the Saar river and the through the Saarkohlenwald forest in behemoths, former production sites and
former centres of heavy industry. The Saarbrücken, linking six disused slagheaps grand railway station halls stir up mem-
region's landscape has coal and steel at along the way. This former mining region ories of yesteryear in a modern context.
its heart. The Völklingen Ironworks, has become an oasis of green, a beautiful, They bear witness to a fascinating past
founded in 1873, became the first post-industrial landscape dotted with and give visitors the chance to discover
industrial monument to gain UNESCO trees, bushes and many a ruin or relic all this for themselves .
© Jochen Tack
* Spectacular
buildings showcase the past,
present and future of one of the
most important inventions ever made
in Germany. Legendary marques, the
great minds behind them and the
homeland of the youngest ever
Formula 1 world champion are
just waiting to be
discovered
.
© Anton Schedlbauer, München
© Caro / Kaiser
A thoroughly German product

celebrates its 125th birthday
A HIGH-TECH AUTOMOTIVE
* CAR CULTURE
From mode of transport to cultural icon
EXPERIENCE
PICTURES
1 Bertha Benz on the Benz Patent motor car
2 Nürburgring’s northern circuit
3 BMW Museum kinetic sculpture
4 Frankfurt International Motor Show
CLASSIC CARS AS
MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Using the new technologies available
to them, the inventors of the motor car
wanted to produce a vehicle that would
facilitate faster travel. Yet no-one would
have imagined, 125 years on, that this
would be the high-tech product and even
cultural icon of today. The dream on
wheels, which has become reality, has
captured the imagination of young and
old alike for generations. This passion is
reflected in the many museums opened
by Germany’s prestigious car manufac-
turers. These exciting visitor attractions
revisit technologies from the past, reflect
on the present day, and offer an insight
© by www.daimler.de, www.bertha-benz.de und www.der-fotowolf.de | Buck Fotodesign 2008 |

into the companies’ visions for the future.
And all this in buildings of bold and
progressive ambition. What unites them exhibits and breathtaking architecture, Its CarDesign Studio allows anyone to
is their international reputation for quality it promises to be an experience to re- design their own dream on wheels. Those
‘made in Germany’. member. From the very beginnings of the wishing to put their driving skills to the
car through to the latest technological test – in the virtual or real world – can
developments, everything can be seen in give the challenging indoor and outdoor
Futuristic glass temples and legendary the original. The award-winning BMW courses a whirl. The ZeitHaus tells the
Nürburgring Automotive GmbH / Fotoagentur Urner
cars as mobile exhibits – Carl Friedrich Museum building in Munich commu- story of the motor car and features much-
Benz would be proud. nicates the dynamism and elegance of loved classics and current models.
these luxury cars. Futuristic glass temples Another manufacturer belonging to the
house 25 themed areas from the 90-year international elite is Audi. Visitors to the
The invention of the motor car is history of BMW. There are 120 vehicles Audi ‘museum mobile’ in Ingolstadt learn
credited to Carl Friedrich Benz, who on display which give an insight into all about the company's past and future
registered the first patent in 1886 for design, popular model ranges, motorsport through interactive and multimedia
his ‘motor car number 1’. A visit to the and groundbreaking visions for the future. installations. The most significant models
Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart is Autostadt Wolfsburg is a Volkswagen from the past 100 years are mounted on
a must for all car enthusiasts. With 106 museum and theme park rolled into one. a paternoster lift that moves through the
Text: Norbert Wolf – copywriter and artist. He delights culture fans with exciting
reports about automobile museums, amusement parks, wellness and beauty hotels.
The automotive manufacturer will be Germany’s themed scenic routes.

opening its doors to visitors, who can Whether it’s the Avenues, Alpine, Castle
see at first hand how a modern car is or Half-Timbered Houses Road, the Black
made. Forest Panoramic Route or the Saxon
Wine Route – there are surprises in store
wherever you go. There are natural and
World champions Sebastian Vettel unspoilt landscapes to discover, from the
and Michael Schumacher will be giving coast in the north to the Alps in the south,
it their all at the Nürburgring. traditions and historical treasures, but
Will the Formula 1 title remain in also a strong sense of Germany’s modern
German hands? character, expressed in its vibrant cities
and futuristic architecture. In all these
places you'll also find traditional inns
Frankfurt International Motor Show serving classic German cuisine that
is the world’s leading automotive trade tempt you to stop a while.
fair and takes place this year from 15 to
25 September 2011. German manu-
four levels of the building. Last but by no facturers will, of course, be presenting The world’s first motorist was a
means least is Porsche, a company that their latest models and visions for the woman – Bertha Benz. In actual fact, her
sends the hearts of many a car enthusiast future. There will be a special focus on two sons, aged 13 and 15, also helped to
racing. The Porsche Museum opened in energy-saving variants, such as the steer the vehicle.
Stuttgart in 2009. Housed within a build- innovative hybrid and electric cars that
ing of bold geometric lines, the collection represent the future for the German car
of over 80 cars proves that it is impos- industry. Formula 1 fans will be in their The Bertha Benz Memorial Route to
sible to resist the allure of these stylish, element as the German Grand Prix comes and from Pforzheim is steeped in history
powerful machines. Legendary cars from to the Nürburgring from 21 to 24 July and will be officially opened during the
the Porsche 356 to motorsport rarities 2011. It’s all about the smell of fuel and Automobile Summer 2011. The courageous
captivate the imagination of every visitor. burning rubber, squealing tyres and pure, wife of inventor Carl Benz became a
unadulterated motor racing action. legend on account of her daring expedition
Sebastian Vettel, the youngest Formula 1 from Mannheim to Pforzheim in the car
world champion of all time, has followed built by her husband. This was the world's
AUTOMOBILE SUMMER 2011: in the footsteps of living legend Michael first motorised overland journey. The
Schumacher and put Germany back in pharmacy along the 194 km route, which
CAR-MAKING CLOSE UP pole position. takes in the picturesque scenery
of Baden, the Odenwald forest and the
Many other museums, including the Kraichgau hills, served at the time as
Transport Centre at the German Museum the world's first filling station when a
in Munich, the Automobile and Technology ON THE TRAIL OF stop was made to replenish fuel.
Museum in Sinsheim and the Technology There are many stories surrounding this
Museum in Speyer, will be hosting exciting BERTHA BENZ historic journey. For example, Bertha
events to mark the 125th anniversary of Benz is said to have repaired a blocked
the motor car. As part of ‘Automobile Those who would rather be behind fuel line with a hat pin and the broken
Summer 2011’ in Baden-Württemberg the wheel discovering Germany for them- ignition with a garter. The Bertha Benz
from 7 May to 10 September, there will selves have no fewer than 12,000 kilo- Challenge on 10 and 11 September 2011
be themed city tours, classic car rallies metres of autobahn, a large number of will bring this journey to life in spectacular
and a fascinating look behind the scenes superbly maintained country roads, and fashion under the banner of ‘sustainable
of the major car manufacturers. Opel in a wealth of visitor attractions to discover. mobility on the oldest motoring route in
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Rüsselsheim is one of those taking part. Keen motorists in particular will enjoy the world’ .
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CITIES create the zeitgeist and have

their finger on the pulse. They are hubs of art and
culture, centres of vibrant life, places of major architectural
history, and innovative outlooks.
Steeped in history, achingly modern or a combination of the two: it is often the exciting-urbane mixture
which constitutes the allure of German cities. History can be experienced in a wonderful manner and
modernity can be discovered at the same time. Germany’s cities always stand out because each has a
charm of its own.
Take buzzing Berlin, for example. More than 20 years

after the fall of the Berlin Wall, Germany’s capital is
celebrating its return to form as a world city and is
undergoing dramatic changes wherever you look. Then
there is Hamburg, the free Hanseatic city on the Elbe
river, whose port won it fame as Germany’s ‘gateway
to the world’. Munich, meanwhile, with its many
traditions attracts millions of tourists every year – and
not just for the Oktoberfest. Cologne is renowned for
its cathedral, carnival and carefree Rhenish exuberance,
while Frankfurt conceals medieval lanes beneath its
skyscraper skyline. Dresden, the Florence on the Elbe,
takes a bow for its baroque splendour. The list goes on
and on. And once you’ve ticked off the must-see land-
marks, you can stroll along splendid tree-lined avenues,
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shop for the latest fashions in temples of luxury, admire

art in prestigious museums or hear works by German
and international musicians at captivating concerts.
Even smaller towns have their share of these attractions.
Against a backdrop of timber-framed buildings or
futuristic modern architecture, cafés and restaurants
serve classic German fare and tempt passers-by to
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stay a while and watch the world

go by on the busy shopping
streets. Hidden down sleepy side
streets are boutiques, bijou
galleries and specialist stores
that stock quality German
products. The hip-and-happening
folk come to life in the evening.
Exciting new restaurants, clubs
and bars – often in the most
unexpected places – have
developed their very own style
and reflect the new zeitgeist
that’s sweeping the country.
Creative hubs with a historical basis

and an alternative edge. A veritable production line for
the next big thing.
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GARDENS OF THE
WORLD IN BERLIN
Oriental Garden
Jewels of international
horticulture in
Germany's capital
At the fabulous Gardens of the World
in Berlin, visitors can go on a unique
tour of discovery. Its Garden of the
Regained Moon, for example, is the
biggest Chinese garden in Europe.
Also popular are the Japanese,
Korean and Balinese gardens. The Berlin The Gendarmenmarkt
Oriental Garden, meanwhile, focuses
on Islamic horticultural traditions.
Behind its high walls lies an incom-
parable splendour of flowers and
Arabic architecture. BERLIN Germany’s all-night capital. It is known
that Berliners like to party – a lot. Germany’s party capital turns night
into day – and vice versa.
For late-night party animals, this world city offers buzzing with countless cafés, bars and restaurants –
over 200 clubs and many more pubs and bars. New perfect for party people.
hotspots open every week, while others close for a
Chinese Garden
makeover. Berlin is always in flux, and party hosts For those who prefer to sip cocktails with views of
2008 saw the opening of the seventh are constantly trying new ideas. The current trends the water, there are lots of city beaches, bars and
and eighth themed gardens – the are nostalgic parties in swinging 20s style and out- clubs on the banks of the Spree and along the
Karl Foerster Herbaceous Garden
and-out celebrations of kitsch, for instance the hits canals, for instance the Strandbar in Mitte, the
and the Italian Renaissance Garden.
disco at the maritime Hafenbar in Mitte district. Ankerklause in Neukölln or the Watergate electro
The latter mimics one of the earliest
European trends for architecturally club in Kreuzberg.
landscaped gardens. Berliners are not shy or stand-offish, so subculture
New in 2011: The Christian Garden and high culture rub along comfortably together. Mitte is the chicest district but Schöneberg, Prenz-
Several times a month there’s even dancing beneath lauer Berg, Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain are going-
Opening times: daily from 9am
the chandeliers in many famous theatres, such as out destinations as well. The Kulturbrauerei in
the Schaubühne and the Roter Salon or Grüner alternative Prenzlauer Berg offers a mix of parties,
Salon at the Volksbühne. shows and concerts, while the legendary SO 36 club
in Kreuzberg honours punk. Friedrichshain, especially
Berlin’s legendary nightlife is quirky, fun and more around Boxhagener Platz, is fast becoming an in-
liberal than that of any other city in the world, and place for young, creative people. And Berlin is still
every weekend thousands of visitors come just to the techno capital – Berghain and Tresor are two of
party. There’s no closing time, so most clubs stay the best techno clubs in the world.
Gardens of the World
open till early in the morning. Unless it’s a continu-
in Berlin-Marzahn
ation of the night before, the clubbing starts late –
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and bar districts. One popular starting point is the DJ evenings and live concerts of electronic
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Hackesche Höfe complex in trendy Mitte, a listed music, jazz or classical sounds in the elegant
www.gaerten-der-welt.de
set of buildings with eight interconnecting courtyards domed hall.
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HOLLYWOOD MEDIA HOTEL

Home from home and fit for a film star.
The Hollywood Media Hotel on the Kurfürstendamm in Berlin is a hommage
to film, world-famous movie stars and big-screen legends. This privately
run, four-star establishment with its personal service and friendly atmosphere
is a popular choice both for business travellers and city break tourists.
This unique themed hotel is ideally situated for the Bel Air restaurant. For conference guests and
exploring Germany’s vibrant capital. Not only is the groups, the restaurant also serves lunch and dinner.
Kurfürstendamm – Berlin’s iconic shopping street – Film screenings as well as presentations and press
right on your doorstep, but you are within easy reach conferences can be held in the hotel’s private
of the zoo, the famous memorial church, and just cinema (Neue Lupe).
minutes from Potsdamer Platz.
The name to remember if you want to banish your
There’s simply no getting away from the theme of everyday cares is Cleopatra. In an elegant spa suite
Hollywood and the big screen. Strolling around the themed on ancient Egypt, you can enjoy a pampering
hotel is like taking a walk through movie history, fit for the Queen of the Nile herself. But that’s not
with its shrines devoted to classic films. Actual sets, all. You can also enjoy a workout using state-of-the-
movie stills and framed posters from the collections art cardio fitness equipment, relax afterwards in the
of Berlin-based producer and owner of the hotel, steamroom and Finnish sauna, then rinse off under
Artur Brauner, complete the cinematic picture. Each the realistic rain effects of a spa shower. Callas, the …PORTRAIT
of the 182 rooms and apartments is named after hotel bar, is furnished throughout in the style of
a famous actor or actress. Whether you admire the 1960s America and makes a great place to enjoy Hollywood Media Hotel
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classic elegance of a diva such as Marlene Dietrich a cocktail while watching the hustle and bustle of
or the rebellious charms of a James Dean, you can the Kurfürstendamm. The new Italian Restaurant Kurfürstendamm 202
look forward to star treatment during your stay. Capone serves great food as well, and will happily DE-10719 Berlin
From the moment you walk through the door, you provide room service. Rest and relaxation, luxury Phone +49 (0)30 88 91 00
play the lead role and enjoy the luxuries that A-list and glamour, celebrities and idols. Experience all Fax +49 (0)30 88 91 02 80
celebrities take for granted. To start the day in style, this and more in Berlin’s Hollywood Media Hotel, www.filmhotel.de
hotel guests enjoy a lavish champagne breakfast in where you become one of a universe of stars.
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Berlin Alexanderplatz Modern street art
BERLIN A buzzing city of contradictions and Germany’s

melting pot. Everything that makes Berlin the most exciting capital in Europe can be
found in Kreuzberg, a district of contrasts.
Kreuzberg, the home of Berlin’s alternative scene,

East Side Gallery
encapsulates the spirit of the city. It positively
crackles with creative energy and has a cool,
cosmopolitan vibe spawned by the artists and
bohemians who live there. Everywhere seems to
be in a constant state of flux, most notably
Chamissoplatz square. There is so much going on
among the antique shops and emporiums, the cafés
and the clubs. An inspiring mix that continues along
Bergmannstrasse, a popular Berlin street for
browsing, rummaging and shopping at leisure.
The wide choice of culture and entertainment is
also reflected in Kreuzberg’s cuisine, which ranges
from classic Indian curries to the city’s signature
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snack – a bratwurst with curry sauce. The HAU
(short for Hebbel am Ufer) is the most off-beat they are amazed by the juxtaposition of historical
theatre in the city. Its three venues provide an buildings with the bold imaginings of contemporary
exciting arena of experimentation for up-and- architects. Potsdamer Platz, the new embassy
coming performers. The Tempodrom stages con- quarter and the haunting Holocaust memorial are
certs and variety shows that more than do justice to just some of the latest additions to the cityscape.
its quirky exterior. A hot new tip in the cultural By contrast, the Nikolaiviertel quarter is a vibrant
scene is the Berlinische Galerie – the city’s most piece of old Berlin. Other unique attractions include
recently established showcase for aesthetic Gedächtniskirche memorial church, vibrant Alex-
experimentation. Featured artists range from Otto anderplatz and Gendarmenmarkt, one of Europe’s
Dix to contemporary exponents of the avant garde. finest squares. Berlin’s wealth of cultural attrac-
tions is world class. Berlin Museum Island with its
Cosmopolitan City full of History – Berlin is numerous fascinating cultural sites is a UNESCO
different, a true world city. As soon as visitors see World Heritage Site. The Berliners’ sense of hu-
the view from the top of the new Reichstag building, mour can be experienced at many cabaret venues.
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LEIPZIG Coffee and shopping in Leipzig Pubs and bars around ‘ Barfussgässchen’
Saxony’s unofficial capital.
“Coffee to go” is a ubiquitous feature of modern life, but Leipzig

offers a much more civilised coffee drinking experience. At Germany’s
oldest coffee house “Zum Arabischen Coffe Baum” in Kleine Fleischer-
gasse visitors can savour a cup of coffee – in local parlance a
Schälchen Heessen – in a blissful, unhurried atmosphere, as the great
and the good have been doing since 1711. This café’s illustrious
patrons included Augustus the Strong, Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte,
the great poets Goethe and Lessing, and the composers Bach, Wagner,
Schumann and Liszt, all of whom lingered over an aromatic beverage in
a little porcelain cup, set the world to rights and imagined themselves in
seventh heaven. Today the coffee is still exquisite and the cosy
atmosphere still intact. In the old days, the light Leipzig cake known as
Kleckselkuchen was probably not on the menu but the calorific gateaux
favoured by the crème de la crème of society certainly were. Present-
day coffee lovers can also discover Saxony’s 300-year coffee culture in
a 16-room exhibition at the café.
Leipzig’s Mädlerpassage arcade, a beautiful illustration of art nouveau,

offers shopping in a tasteful, rarefied setting that would have appealed
to our great-grandparents. Although the products are new, the architec-
ture is a historical gem. This same style is replicated in Königspassage,
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Messehofpassage and Specks Hof nearby. For upbeat tastes, there are
also plenty of young, creative boutiques such as Tschau Tschüssi in
Windmühlenstrasse.
DRESDEN Music festivals in

palaces and on the river.
Dresden is the go-to city when it comes to staging festivals. Music

was and continues to be the backbone of the events calendar: the
Semper Opera House offers a year-round programme and the Dresden
Music Festival is the summer highlight (18 May – 5 June) with guest
performances by distinguished soloists and orchestras including the
legendary Bolshoi Theatre. The venues are a pleasure in themselves:
the new atrium at the grand old Albertinum museum, the Church of Our
Lady, Pillnitz Palace, Wackerbarth Stately Home and VW’s high-tech
“transparent factory”. Music of a different sort altogether can be Dresden City Festival
enjoyed at the 41st International Dixieland Festival (17 – 22 May) at
various venues around the city. The avant-garde comes to the fore at Semper Opera House
the TonLagen festival (30 September – 15 October), a contemporary
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music panorama that transcends genres and styles.
Visitors can expect more of a traditional fair atmosphere at the

Elbhang festival (24–26 June) when a 7km “festival mile” links five
communities along the Elbe – bringing the party spirit to squares,
parks, villas and most especially the picturesque hills above the river.
In November the city becomes a magnet for international jazz musicians.
From 26 June to 17 July the spotlight moves to football: as part of the
FIFA Women’s World Cup™, Dresden is hosting three first-round
games and one quarter final. Another highlight is the Pillnitz Palace
Night on 6 August: the illuminated summer residence of Augustus the
Strong create a majestic backdrop.
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Sanssouci Palace Potsdam Brandenburg Gate
POTSDAM Strolling through the gardens of Prussia’s Arcadia.

Visitors to Potsdam can explore no fewer than 12 royal palaces on a leisurely stroll around the city. This
wealth of man-made splendour was created by famous architects such as Knobelsdorff, Schinkel and
Persius, together with distinguished landscape gardeners including Lenné, Eyserbeck and Prince Pückler.
In 1990, whole areas of Potsdam became a In 2011, Potsdam will celebrate this fact with a
…PUBLI UNESCO World Heritage site, including the royal theme year featuring numerous highlights. A stroll
Potsdam Tourismus palaces, the three historical parks of Sanssouci,
Neuer Garten and Babelsberg, and the Russian
through the Dutch quarter with its many cafés and
independent shops is highly recommended. No
Service of TMB colony Alexandrowka. Many of these palaces, other place in Germany has wooden houses like
parks and gardens also serve as spectacular those in the Russian village of Alexandrowka. A
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venues for concerts, theatre and events such as particularly pleasant way of exploring Potsdam’s
Brandenburger Strasse 3 and at
the 2011 Potsdam Sanssouci Music Festival in attractions is the Potsdam Sanssouci Tour, while
Potsdam main station June with its theme of “Saxony’s Splendour and the riverboats on the Havel show the city from a
Phone +49 (0)331 27 55 88 99 Prussia’s Glory”. Every August more than 30,000 different perspective.
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tourismus-service@potsdam.de people attend the Potsdam Palaces Night to enjoy
www.potsdam-tourism.com a fairytale programme amid festive illuminations in
www.brandenburg-tourism.com Sanssouci Park.
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Foundation of Prussian Grand baroque houses are a hallmark of the
Potsdam Sanssouci Music Festival
city centre, which is dominated by the towering
Palaces and Gardens presence of St. Nicholas’ Church. Neuer Markt
11 to 26 June 2011
The music and splendour of Saxony’s royal
in Berlin/Brandenburg square has one of the best-preserved baroque
residence of DRESDEN spanning more than five
ensembles in Europe. The historical royal stables
centuries comes to Potsdam in the 2011 music
Visitor centre at the Historical Mill between Alter Markt and Neuer Markt square are
festival – including typical Saxon joie de vivre.
An der Orangerie 1 home to Germany’s oldest film museum. Potsdam
DE-14469 Potsdam is a fitting location for this museum, as the famous Experience Night Festival
Phone +49 (0)331 96 94 200 Babelsberg film studios were founded here almost Potsdam’s baroque city centre, 30 July 2011
info@spsg.de 100 years ago. Stars such as Marlene Dietrich, The Potsdam Experience Night features a late-
www.spsg.de Heinz Rühmann and Hans Albers all appeared night programme of live music, food and drink
before the camera there. and shops that open till midnight.
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Filmpark Babelsberg Entrance Marlene in stage props
BRANDENBURG “Potsdam 2011 – City of Film”.

The foundation for the Babelsberg Film Studios was laid on 3 November 1911. Names such as Fritz Lang
or Marlene Dietrich stand for the great past, Kate Winslet and Quentin Tarantino for the present studios.
As the City of Film, Potsdam will be celebrating 2011 with a large-scale programme of events.
Babelsberg has been writing film history since 1912. people – in front of and behind the camera! A new
“Film” will be extensively celebrated in Potsdam on permanent exhibition on the history of the film city
the eve of the 100-year anniversary in 2011. For Babelsberg will be inaugurated on 3 November to
instance, twelve alternating “Film Locations of the commemorate the anniversary of laying the studios’
Month” will be the focal point of attention and may foundation. Cottbus is located about 120 kilometres
be attended and discovered. Furthermore, on 14 May southeast of Berlin and Potsdam near the Polish
the Film Park will team up with German Film Orches- border. The “Cottbus Film Festival” has been held
tra Babelsberg and the shipping company Weisse yearly in November since 1991. In the meantime it is
Flotte Potsdam to feature the thematic genre of regarded worldwide as the most important festival of
espionage films during the suspenseful “Night of Eastern European films where filmmakers, producers
Secret Agents” on the Glienicker Bridge. The pro- and actors from Eastern and Central Europe meet.
duction will be staged on land, water and in the air.
“Other events” such as silent film live concerts, the
Potsdam Film Experience Night on 30 July or a 4D
hybrid cinema experiment are also on the agenda.
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As a theme park, the “Babelsberg Film Park” is An exciting time journey through almost 100 years
a showcase and stage of the media city Potsdam: of film history: shooting locations, stars and
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stuntmen, pyrotechnicians and film trainers will starlets (can also be booked in foreign languages
demonstrate their ability in exciting shows. A “Tour for groups). www.potsdam-tourism.com TMB Tourismus-Marketing
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overview of the history, presence and future of film Sehsüchte – the largest international student film
and television production sites is recommended for festival in Europe at the “Thalia Arthouse Kinos www.brandenburg-tourism.com
movie buffs. Germany’s oldest “film museum” is Potsdam” (2 - 8 May 2011): Workshops, panel www.filmpark-babelsberg.de
located directly in downtown Potsdam and conclu- discussions, screenplay lounge and many films. www.filmmuseum-potsdam.de
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NINE HISTORICAL CITIES

Amazing experiences in Niedersachsen.
Braunschweig, Celle, Göttingen, of Goslar and Hildesheim or take a

Goslar, Hamelin, Hannover, Hildes- stroll through the old university town
Hameln Osterstrasse at sunset

heim, Lüneburg and Wolfenbüttel – of Göttingen. At Christmas time, you
nine historical towns and cities in can soak up the festive atmosphere
Niedersachsen where the past in traditional surroundings while
comes to life. There’s so much for browsing through the delightful
visitors to discover, from UNESCO stalls. Each of the Christmas mar-
World Heritage sites, a wealth of kets is an unmissable experience
half-timbered medieval buildings, presented against a historical back-
pretty market squares and magni- drop. Among the picturesque timber-
ficent merchants’ houses all the framed buildings, Gothic brick gab-
way to parks, gardens and grand les and splendid baroque exteriors
palaces. In the summer season, the aroma of ‘Glühwein’ and ginger
old traditions are brought to life at bread is an ever-present temptation.
events such as the Pied Piper open-
air plays in Hamelin, the Walpurgis
Night celebrations in Goslar and
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the stunning baroque fireworks in
the_9 wonderful cities in Niedersachsen Hannover’s Herrenhausen Gardens. Pay a visit to Autostadt
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9cities@hannover-tourismus.de | www.9cities.de the Hanseatic town of Lüneburg, the history of the motor car.
discover the World Heritage sites www.autostadt.de
HANNOVER
Sightseeing made easy.
One of the first things that will grab your attention in Hannover
city centre is the “red thread” that is painted on the pavement.
This barrier-free route runs for 4.2 kilometres and links 36 landmarks
and visitor attractions. The “red thread” helps you to find your
bearings and paves the way for a sightseeing tour of your own
creation. It’s entirely up to you where you stop, what to do when you
get there and how long you stay. An accompanying brochure helps you
get more out of the route and tells you everything you need to know –
and some things you don’t – about all the attractions.
Hannover City hall
One of the first stops is the magnificent neo-classical opera house
on Georgestrasse, Hannover’s premier boulevard. Other Hannover
highlights include the market church, the Anzeiger building and the
Town Hall, most southerly examples of North German brick Gothic
architecture. The town hall dome is a magnificent edifice dating from
the period of Kaiser Wilhelm and offers sensational views across the
entire city. Interestingly, the elevator that takes you there changes its
angle to follow the contour of the dome and actually tilts during the
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ride. One place that the “red thread” won’t take you in Hannover is
Herrenhausen Gardens. On a 135 hectare plot, the Hannover electors
and kings created the Great Garden (Grosser Garten), the
Berggarten, Georgengarten and the Guelph Garden (Welfengarten).
Each of the three gardens is a baroque gem and the ensemble as a
whole is one of the finest places in Europe to discover the splendour
of this period. Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen
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HAMBURG The green city Hamburg Planten un Blomen
on the Elbe.
From 2011 Hamburg may be called “Europe’s greenest city”, after

fending off competition from 34 other cities and gaining recognition
from the European Commission for its commitment to improve the
quality of life for its citizens. This was not achieved without pioneering
work on environmental issues including action to limit air pollution and
CO² emissions. Hamburg’s declared target is a 40 per cent reduction
in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 and an 80 per cent reduction by
2050. At the same time Hamburg city centre is set to grow – so the city
is setting itself an enormous challenge. New energy-saving technologies,
which are being implemented at the HafenCity, currently the world’s
biggest building site, are important contributors to the city’s ecological
growth.
Hamburg also enjoys a reputation as a ‘garden city’ counting “more

trees than people”. Almost half of the metropolitan area consists of
beautifully laid-out parks and green spaces that give the city its airy
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feel and provide a variety of leisure and recreational activities for

visitors and locals alike. There are many ways of exploring this city that
is also known as the “gateway to the world” as millions of emigrants
parted their homeland in search of better lives in the United States of
America: a visit to Planten un Blomen Park, Hamburg’s highly regarded
botanical garden, or a walk – with a remarkable 900 kilometres of
footpaths to choose from. The Speicherstadt warehouse district is the
world’s largest former warehouse complex – and last but not least there
is the Reeperbahn, the renowned “red light district”.
AACHEN Thermal springs and royal heritage

where Germany meets Belgium and the Netherlands.
Aachen – renowned for its eques- abundance, as well as outstanding

Aachen The illuminated cathedral
trian events, healing waters and spas and thermal baths. The
printen gingerbread – originally Carolus Thermen, in parti-cular,
rose to fame because of Charle- has breathed new life into this
magne. Situated in the heart of famous local tradition. Every year
Europe, on the border with the during the festive season, the
Netherlands and Belgium, the city squares and streets around the
and its people are cosmopolitan town hall are transformed into a
to say the least. Annual events fairytale world of seasonal lights,
such as the award ceremony for festive sounds, and seductive
the International Charlemagne smells for the Christmas market –
Prize, the CHIO International one of the prettiest in all of
Equestrian Tournament and the Germany.
European Craft Fair exemplify the
city’s European outlook. More than
40.000 students attend Aachen’s
institutes of higher education,
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adding a youthful edge to the city. Exhibitions in 2011:
The elite RWTH Aachen University “Joos van Cleve – Leonardo of
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Cologne Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum
Bonn Villa Hammerschmidt Cologne Cathedral and Romano-Germanic Museum
COLOGNE/BONN Cultural
duo on the Rhine. Cologne and Bonn are similar in many in lively cafés and traditional inns, sipping a glass
of kölsch beer and soaking up the friendly local
ways. Both are set on the Rhine, share a Roman heritage, have
atmosphere. From there it’s a stone’s throw to
provided the world with the famous Eau de Cologne, a magnificent Cologne’s exquisite museums: the Wallraf Richartz
Museum and the Ludwig Museum with its splendid
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cathedral, a huge carnival and the great Beethoven. collections of paintings. No less exciting are the
many other museums such as the Chocolate
Museum, the Toy Museum, the Carnival Museum
Cologne on the Rhine is home to many of Germany’s and the Fragrance Museum in Farina House – the
Highlight greatest artistic and cultural treasures. The skyline birthplace of Eau de Cologne.
is dominated by the 157-metre spires of Cologne
Until June 2011 visitors can
Cathedral, a masterpiece of High Gothic architec- The trip upstream from Cologne to Bonn can be
experience the Cologne/Bonn
ture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This enjoyed on a riverboat excursion. Bonn was once
region as part of the Rhineland
makes an excellent starting point for a journey of the German capital and is where the genius Ludwig
World Exhibition. Exciting
discovery into Cologne’s 2,000-year history. The van Beethoven was born. Like Cologne, it dates
excursions, tours, exhibitions and
city’s earliest remains can be viewed at the Romano- back to the Romans and is one of Germany’s oldest
cultural events can be enjoyed in
Germanic Museum directly to the south of the cities. Visitors to Bonn can admire the architecture
countless locations, some offering
cathedral. Other impressive reminders of this era of the late-classical Villa Hammerschmidt,
glimpses behind closed doors.
are the remnants of the Praetorium governor’s Schaumburg Palace, the former parliament and
residence and the ancient city walls, which have the former chancellery. One particularly beautiful
been extensively preserved. Around 800 years ago building in Bonn is the old town hall, which was built
Cologne acquired a ring of twelve Romanesque in rococo style in 1737 and has welcomed rulers
churches, one of which is Great St. Martin’s Church and statesmen from around the world. Bonn also
with its distinctive four-turreted tower. St. Martin’s offers a variety of distinguished museums such as
quarter, between the Rhine and Alter Markt, is the the Art and Exhibition Hall of the Federal Republic
heart of the old town. Here – surrounded by pointed of Germany, the House of History, the Bonn
gables and picturesque façades – visitors can relax Museum of Art and the Beethoven House.
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Benrath Palace Düsseldorf Media Harbour

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DÜSSELDORF A city for fashion, fun and

upcoming trends. The longest bar in the world: 260 places to enjoy a drink.
Düsseldorf is a city of many and varied faces that Düsseldorf, which has earned the city its new
lies where the Lower Rhine meets the Bergisches reputation as a capital of creativity. The Art Highlight
Land region. It appears at its most elegant along Academy and the vibrant gallery scene go some
„Axis of art“
the Königsallee shopping street, which is lined from way to explaining this, but most of the credit is due
All of Düsseldorf’s leading
top to bottom with high-end boutiques and gal- to the openness and vitality of the people who live
art institutions are lined up on a
leries. Further south we find the young and creative there. This lust for life is best experienced in the
stretch just 800 metres long: Art
side to Düsseldorf in the Media Harbour, whose old quarter, where there are more than 260 places
Museum, Art Palace, Art Academy,
main feature is the trio of office towers designed by to enjoy a drink. It's affectionately known as the
Kunsthalle art gallery and art
world-class architect Frank Gehry. The architecture longest bar in the world and comes highly re-
association and the North-Rhine
is no less impressive in the rest of the district, in commended for trying the traditional altbier in
Westphalia Art Gallery.
which hip restaurants share the space with a host the company of friendly locals. With its quaint
of top advertising agencies. Media and music, art passageways, old churches, traditional brewpubs,
and architecture, fashion and a flourishing alterna- bars, restaurants and avant-garde stores it is an
tive scene all combine to generate a real buzz in absolute must for any visitor.
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FRANKFURT City of money,

museums and trade fairs.
Frankfurt is famous for its financial institutions, international airport

and trade fairs, and looks more like an American city than any other
place in Germany thanks to its 30 skyscrapers. In terms of architecture,
Frankfurt is in a state of almost constant change. The trade fair tower,
Westhafen Tower and the spectacular MyZeil centre – a temple to high-
end shopping – are emblematic of a flourishing, ambitious city. Still
under construction but a landmark in the making is the new building for
the European Central Bank, which incorporates the city's historical
wholesale market hall. The observation platform of the Main Tower
offers breathtaking views of all this and more at a height of 200 metres. Frankfurt Main Festival with skyline
Frankfurt can boast an unrivalled number of museums. There are 60 in
total, including 13 alone along the southern bank of the Main – the Alte Oper concert hall
famous museum embankment.
Housed in a series of historical and modern buildings are highlights
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such as the Städel Institute of Art with its paintings from the Middle
Ages to the modern age, the Liebighaus with its sculptures from
antiquity to neo-classicism, the German Film Museum and the German
Architecture Museum. Waiting on the other side of the river are the
Museum for Modern Art, the Schirn gallery and Senckenberg Natural
History Museum. Frankfurt ranks number three in the world for trade
fairs. The big two for exhibitors, industry professionals and the general
public are the International Motor Show, which is held every two years
in September, and the annual Book Fair in October.
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Museum Brandhorst Munich BMW World and Olympic Tower
Automotive world of discovery

at Audi Forum Ingolstadt MUNICH Culture between beer gardens and art,
Outlet shopping at Ingolstadt
Village football and architectural masterpieces.
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Largest open-air museum of

German fortress architecture The sights and symbols that define Munich, the for example, is a modern masterpiece inspired by
Attractive inclusive packages state capital of Bavaria, range from BMW to the Filippo Brunelleschi's cathedral in Florence. King
and themed breaks baroque, Oktoberfest to opera, lederhosen to Ludwig I of Bavaria, an ardent admirer of Italy,
laptops and the P1 nightclub to the Pinakothek der made the city what it is today: a centre of art that
Moderne gallery. They complement rather than was the envy of Europe. This reputation still holds
compete with each other and represent opposite true today, but now finds its expression at chic
85049 Ingolstadt, Germany ends of a spectrum that make the city come to life. gallery events and concerts featuring a new wave of
The atmosphere is unbeatable in summer, when it traditional German musicians. As everyone from
seems as if all of Munich decamps to the pavement Munich knows, soaking up the culture doesn’t mean
cafés and beer gardens. At times it feels like being you can’t have fun as well! You don’t have to be a
in Italy. The Pinakothek’s monumental glass dome, football fan to enjoy the Allianz Arena.
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Baden-Baden Caracalla Therme City view
BADEN-BADEN Elegant World Spa Resort in the Black

Forest. Beautifully located in the sun drenched southwest corner of Germany at the foothills of
the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is a world famous and elegant thermal spa resort, a real wellness
paradise as well as a cultural metropolis.
Today Baden-Baden is the perfect mix of Belle International Horse Race weeks three times a year,
Époque ambiance and innovative 21st century the International Vintage Car Meeting mid of July,
medical wellness. Its famous healing thermal water, outstanding open-air concerts at the parks and
flowing from 12 springs, is not only used for well- gardens “Lichtentaler Allee” as well as world-famous
tried therapies but also for modern and innovative gala balls and concerts at the Kurhaus. Besides
treatments. The up to 68° degrees hot and healthful well-known starred restaurants, cosy little taverns
water pampers guests from all over the world in the with local colour and fine Baden cuisine, bistros and
two thermal baths – the modern Caracalla Spa and countless street cafés in the centre, there is also
the historic Roman-Irish “Friedrichsbad”. Further- Baden-Baden’s “Rebland”, one of the most popular
more many spa-hotels are particularly conducive to Riesling growing districts in Germany and an insider
relaxation and offer individual health and wellness tip for the gourmet and connoisseur of good wines.
treatments. Germany’s oldest and according to Marlene
Dietrich “the most beautiful casino in the world”
Baden-Baden’s “Festspielhaus”, Europe’s second rounds off a perfect day in a playful manner and
largest opera and concert hall, offers cultural entices guests from all over the world to try their
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HOLIDAY REGIONS
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A holiday in the heart of Europe, between People who love the water and the beach – and who won’t
the North Sea and Baltic coasts in northern shy away from a stiff sea breeze – should head for the coasts
Germany and the Alps in the south, with their mudflat conservation areas. An abundance of hill
promises to be one to remember. Both in ranges, criss-crossed by scenic walking trails and cycle routes,
summer and winter there are endless are ideal for variety-filled holidays in the country. Many of these
options for getting out and about, and for upland destinations offer winter sports and climbing, as do the
rest and relaxation. Romantic breaks for German Alps, of course. No matter what the purpose of the
two, activity-based family holidays or holiday, there is a region in Germany to suit – spa resorts offer
fun-filled group trips. Thanks to its relaxation and wellness, adventure and active pursuits are
magnificent natural scenery and superb available on land and water, and unspoilt nature equals leisurely
infrastructure Germany is a sure-fire bet for fun. In addition, cultural tours of discovery reveal Germany’s
a wonderful holiday. fascinating history.
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Fun, thrills and stunning scenery. Holidays in Germany

are as diverse as the country itself. From rest and relaxation
to action and adventure – from the coast to the Alps.
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Germany’s holiday regions Relaxing and swimming,
on the coast and by the sea, lounging in the sun, listening to the
wind or scaling mountain peaks.
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CAST OFF! Travel by houseboat through north-east Germany.

The picturesque waterways in Mecklenburg-Brandenburg lakeland region offer unforgettable holidays.
An intricate network of waterways and canals and holiday preferences. The famous novelist and
Highlight was built in the 17th century and links more than a poet Theodor Fontane was passionate about the
thousand lakes of all shapes and sizes in the north- beauty of the Brandenburg countryside. You can
Side trip
east of Germany. Today, crews of boating and water follow the same routes as he once did along water -
Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam
sports enthusiasts enjoy gliding through the beautiful ways from Berlin to Köpenick and then on to the
was built by the Prussian King
countryside along these former transport arteries. sophisticated spa resort of Bad Saarow or to the
Frederick II and is one of the
You do not require a licence to take the helm of a peaceful town Teupitz. Time seems to stand still in
most famous royal residences in
houseboat and guide it through the lakes and canals these small towns and picturesque villages set in
the world. Sanssouci Park and
of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Branden- striking natural landscapes. Entering Berlin by boat
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its palaces were designated a
burg on a journey of discovery with friends and and exploring Germany’s bustling capital from the
UNESCO World Cultural Heritage
family or on a romantic journey for two. There are water is a unique experience. But anyone looking
site in 1990.
many different houseboat tours to choose from, and for a calm and relaxing holiday away from the city’s
they can be selected to suit different group sizes hustle and bustle will find peace and tranquillity on
Six KUHNLE-TOURS Charter bases in

some of the prettiest parts of Germany:
• Hafendorf Müritz (Mecklenburg Lakes)
• Zeuthen (Berlin, Dahme Waterway)
• Brandenburg-Plaue
(Lower Havel Waterway)
• Schwerin (Lake Schwerin,
Müritz-Elde Waterway)
• Stralsund (Rügen and Bodden)
• Sierck-les-Bains (Southern-Wine-Mosel)
Boating holidays
KUHNLE-TOURS offers houseboat holidays in one of Germany‘s
prettiest regions. Many oneways are offered, with or
without boating licence. No experience is neccessary to drive
one of our boats which can cater for between 2 and 12 people.
Brochures: KUHNLE-TOURS, Hafendorf Müritz, 17248 Rechlin, Germany, Phone 00 49 (0)3 98 23 - 2 66-0, Fax 00 49 (0)3 98 23 - 2 66-10, info@kuhnle-tours.com www.kuhnle-tours.com
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the nearby inland waters of the Havel and the

Spree in northern Brandenburg. Potsdam is the
starting point for tours through Havelland’s river
scenery, passing Albert Einstein’s summer house
at Caputh, the romantic little island resort of Werder
and the famous waterside town of Brandenburg
before reaching the mouth of the Havel at Havelberg.
Marvellous views, modern marinas and numerous
attractions offer a fun holiday on land and water
for everybody.
The Mecklenburg Lakes form one of the largest

unbroken lakeland regions in central Europe and
are among the most scenic attractions in Germany.
Müritz national park occupies a large part of the
region, and at its heart is Lake Müritz, the largest
lake entirely within Germany’s borders. The Müritz
national park is a unique landscape of reeds and
marshes, a nature conservation area where rare
birds, such as cranes, ospreys and sea eagles,
can be watched. A network of deep channel lakes,
shallow circular lakes and short side canals have and walking trails or at one of the many romantic
created a paradise for water sports unrivalled little swimming areas. A lot of visitors come just
anywhere else in Europe. The navigable routes on for the amazing variety of flora and wildlife and
the rivers and lakes lead through idyllic con- the perfectly clean waters. The excellent waterway
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servation areas and past diverse riverbank scenes network makes this the ideal destination for a
where sleepy villages and fascinating towns will varied boating holiday that will appeal to nature
tempt you ashore. There is always something new lovers, water sports enthusiasts and those seeking
to discover along 400 kilometres of cycle tracks pure relaxation.
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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Discover its variety
Germany's no. 1 region for water: over 1,900 km of coastline, 2,000 lakes and crystal-clear
rivers for swimming, sailing, windsurfing or canoeing. A paradise for walkers and cyclists:
clearly marked routes link the coast with the forest, the seaside villas with the Gothic brick
churches. Pure bliss: Get a sense of freedom from the endless picturesque landscapes, take
deep lungfuls of the healthy air, bask in the sun or visit exclusive spas.
Brochures, information & bookings:

Tourismusverband Mecklenburg-Vorpommern e.V. · Platz der Freundschaft 1
DE-18059 Rostock · +49 (0) 381 40 30 500
www.mecklenburg-vorpommern.travel · info@mecklenburg-vorpommern.travel
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Wolfsburg phæno Science Center Active through culture and countryside
NIEDERSACHSEN Actively experience nature — a holiday

destination with many natural landscapes! The second-largest federal state in the northwest
of Germany surprises with its scenically diverse regions and is almost inevitably a veritable paradise for all
holidaymakers who look forward to experiencing activities and nature.
The variety of nature, culture and people particularly sports: canoe tours on the numerous rivers, sailing
characterise the special charm of the holiday desti- along the coast or on the state’s inland lakes, golfing
nation in the north. Attractive holiday regions which at over 80 golf courses, hiking and skiing in the Harz
enable many experiences especially for those who region – no limits are set on the active holiday
look forward to a holiday featuring activities and programme. Combine your active holiday with a
nature range from the East Frisian Islands and the visit to cities in Niedersachsen such as Osnabrück
Wadden Sea World Heritage Site to the peaks of or Wolfsburg. Germany’s unique experimental
the Harz Mountains. landscape – “phæno” – is located in Wolfsburg
and allows visitors to immerse themselves in the
Bicycling is among the most popular recreational fascinating and exciting world of natural science
activities in Niedersachsen. Families with children as and technology. The 350 interactive exhibits which
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well as ambitious bicyclers can enjoy Niedersachsen’s invite visitors to try things out and investigate are
scenic variety at their own pace during a holiday on the focal point.
two wheels. Numerous long-distance cycling routes
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such as the approximately 500 kilometres long Weser
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TourismusMarketing Cycle Route. Impressive castles and picturesque Osnabrück – City of Peace in the nature park:
Niedersachsen GmbH towns line the route along the banks of the Weser The greenery extends into the city, the routes
River between the cities Hann. Münden in the south are short, and life is exuberant and colourful.
Essener Str. 1 and Bremen in the north. Portions of the route can At the market square people meet for the first
DE-30173 Hannover also be alternately covered by ship. On the other coffee in the sun, weddings, music festivals,
Phone +49 (0)511 27 04 88 0 hand, whoever likes it faster will get their full money’s wine markets and Christmas markets. Treat
Fax +49 (0)511 27 04 88 88 worth on approximately 1,800 kilometres of conti- yourself to a brief stop in Osnabrück, the
info@tourismusniedersachsen.de guous mountain bike routes in the Harz and Weser- City of Peace. Travel offers are available at
www.niedersachsen-tourism.com bergland. In addition to bicycling, a holiday in www.osnabrueck.de/angebote or
Niedersachsen can also be combined with other www.osnabruecker-land.de
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MEISSEN PORCELAIN MANUFACTORY

Exclusive insights into a 300-year success story.
The MEISSEN® World of Experience 300 year anniversary, shows

House, which allows visitors to expe- characteristic Meissen Porcelain
MEISSEN manufactory demonstration workshop

rience the art of Meissen Porcelain, works which have been created
is located not far from Dresden and since 1710 – characterised by
directly adjacent to the company’s external influences – or have been
porcelain manufactory. The demon- manufactured as commissioned
stration workshops invite visitors to works worldwide. Whoever would
experience the creation of famous like to take a bit of “indulgence”
Meissen Porcelain up close: How is home with them has quite a few
a cup created? How many individual possibilities: The MEISSEN®
parts does a figurine consist of, and Boutique and Outlet offers the
how do the blue swords come under worldwide largest selection ranging
the glaze? The tour through the from small bowls to limited works
demonstration workshops provides of art. The Restaurant and Café
an answer. The Museum of MEISSEN® offer culinary delicacies
MEISSEN® Art entices its guests served on Meissen Porcelain.
to take a journey through 300
years of porcelain history. Arranged
Staatliche Porzellan-Manufaktur MEISSEN GmbH

in chronological order, numerous
figurines from the historical inven-
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Talstr. 9 | DE-01662 Meissen development of various epochs. 12 - 13 February and

Phone +49 (0)3521 46 86 00 | Fax +49 (0)3521 46 86 000 The exhibition “All Nations are 12 - 13 November
info@meissen.com | www.meissen.com Welcome”, which was created in Open House
the course of the manufactory’s 16 April and 22 October
Sondershausen
A ND I TS R O YA L PA L A C E S
Gotha Molsdorf Weimar Altenburg
Schmalkalden Rudolstadt
Greiz The legacy of courtly life
Schwarzburg
Meiningen
Heldburg
S C H AT ZKAMME R
T H Ü R ING EN
STIFTUNG
THÜRINGER SCHLÖSSER UND GÄRTEN
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Middle Rhine Valley View on Rheinfels Castle
Federal Horticultural Show in 2011. The small town

of Rhens is a popular riverboat destination offering
© Koblenz-Touristik | Romantischer Rhein Tourismus GmbH | Tourist AG Rüdesheim

an excellent range of wines, delicious regional food
and much more.
Active holidaymakers can tackle the six kilometre

Rhine-Moselle cycle trail and pedal from Mühlental
Koblenz Statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I to Waldesch. Rüdesheim, St. Goar, St. Goarshausen
and Assmannshausen are also popular riverboat
tour destinations. St. Goarshausen is set at the
RHINE-MOSELLE Idyllic
foot of the Loreley, the famous slate outcrop
where, according to legend, a blond mermaid sang
beguilingly and lured sailors to their death upon the
scenery and the home of riesling. Riesling grapes rocks. Another spectacular sight is the Germania
monument in Rüdesheim, which can be reached on
have been cultivated for centuries in the wine region along the
foot, by car or by cable car.
Moselle and the Rhine. This landscape is a tapestry of vines
dripping with glistening fruit.

Rüdesheim Ehrenfels Castle
This landscape along the Rhine and the Moselle is

Highlight a blend of unspoilt countryside, medieval castles
and palaces and steep, terraced vineyards. ‘The
The “Rhine in Flames” festival
romantic Rhine’, the expression coined by English
takes place every year in
and Italian tourists at the end of the 18th century,
September. This amazing light
has come to encapsulate everything about this
show and massive firework display
region. Today the river landscape between Rhens
at the Loreley is a magical spec-
and Spay – the Middle Rhine Valley – is a UNESCO
tacle of fire, water and light set
World Heritage site, the perfect destination for long
against the backdrop of Rheinfels,
walks or a leisurely riverboat tour. From Koblenz,
Katz and Maus (cat & mouse)
one of Germany’s oldest towns, visitors can take
castles, attracting visitors from
a boat upstream and enjoy panoramic views of the
all over the world.
Rhine Valley, Stolzenfels Castle, Lahneck Castle
and quaint half-timbered buildings. Before stepping
aboard, a stroll to Deutsches Eck is not to be
missed. This spit of land – where the Moselle flows
into the Rhine – is adorned by an equestrian statue
of Kaiser Wilhelm I. Koblenz was founded more
than two millennia ago and will be hosting the
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Moselstrasse Through the vineyards A good glass of wine
GERMAN WINE ROUTE A fitting tribute to

Germany’s winemaking heritage. Wine, wurst and a warm welcome. Through the
Palatinate wine region, linking major towns and attractions, impressing with incomparable esprit.
The German Wine Route is a connoisseur’s dream But wines are not only made along the German
come true and truly delivers on its promise. A feast Wine Route, they are also served there – often by Highlight
for the senses, it runs for 85 km from Schweigen- the people who work in the cellars and vineyards.
The “Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt”
Rechtenbach to Bockenheim, in a region where the Exquisite selections from famous wineries flow
in Bad Dürkheim is the world’s
Palatinate Forest and vineyards merge into one, freely beneath pavement arbours, in seasonal
largest wine festival and is held
where vine-clad slopes, lush orchards and a near tasting rooms and at traditional wine taverns. And
every September for two weeks.
mediterranean climate give form and flower to the there’s nothing quite like a wine tasting in the very
landscape, where castles, palaces and historical vineyard where the wines were made. Traditional
parks double as sensational event venues, and rustic Palatinate dishes and the more delicate
where riesling, dornfelder and other renowned specialities of ‘regional nouvelle cuisine’ are not to
grape varieties shape the rhythm of daily life for be missed either. Walking and cycling are popular
those who live from – and for – wine. The world’s activities in this playground for refined tastes, but
largest wine barrel stands in Bad Dürkheim. Its there are more leisurely options.
capacity is 1.7 million litres, but it actually serves
as a restaurant for 650 people. The culmination of From May to September, if the weather is fine,
the wine-growing season is celebrated for two weeks an open-top double-decker bus runs between
every autumn at the Wurstmarkt festival in Bad Bockenheim, Bad Dürkheim and Deidesheim
Dürkheim, the largest wine festival in the world. offering panoramic views of the glorious countryside.
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The German Wine Route can be experienced in

Other events that vie with it in popularity include either direction, of course, so it’s ideally suited to
the German Grape Harvest Festival in Neustadt, repeat visits. The idea for the route emerged in
during which the German Wine Queen is crowned, 1935 and proved to be a masterstroke, inspiring
and the Federweisser Festival in Landau. countless imitations in other wine regions.
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Kaltenbronn Wildsee in the middle of the upland moor
BLACK FOREST Germany’s most varied holiday

region. Outstanding cuisine, certified wellness facilities and fantastic hiking trails. Sunny
hillside vineyards and shady forests alternate with river landscapes and upland moors, steep
gorges and broad valleys.
Black Forest girls, Black Forest houses, Black Forest every village one finds an inn or restaurant with
gateau, cuckoo clocks – throughout the world the special indulgence factor. The cuisine ranges from
TI P Black Forest stands for storybook holidays in an regional to international, but always features great
intact and pristine landscape. The scenically varying attention for detail. Well over 60 “nature park
More than 24,000 kilometres of
holiday region extends well over 11,100 square innkeepers” and more than 40 innkeepers from the
signposted circular and long-
kilometres from Pforzheim in the north to the Swiss culinary association “Kulinarisch Kaiserstuhl” are
distance trails, 8,000 kilometres
border in the south, from the French border in the particularly committed to regional cuisine. In
of mountainbike-trails and reams
west to the Nagold and Neckar river valleys in the accordance with the motto “From the region, for the
of cycle tracks.
east. The Black Forest, which rises to an elevation region”, they procure fresh seasonal fruit and
of 1,493 metres, thereby comprises roughly two vegetables, meat from organic animal husbandry,
thirds of the area. At the same time it is one of the honey and cheese directly from local producers.
most varied hiking destinations in Europe with
seemingly never-ending views of nature. By foot and on two wheels
Mirko Weber/Murgtal-Arena | Murgtal Tourismus
However, the holiday region not only has a wide

Germany’s most beautiful connoisseur’s corner range of offers for connoisseur holidaymakers,
It is not without good reason that the region in the but active nature lovers can also look forward to
southwest can boast of being “Germany’s most challenging recreational holidays. More than 24,000
beautiful connoisseur’s corner”. Nowhere else is kilometres of long-distance hiking trails and circular
the concentration of restaurants which have been hiking routes are signposted here. Thematic and
acknowledged with accolades by current gourmet adventure paths promise amusement in harmony
guides as high as here. This shows that not only with nature. The legendary “Westweg” (West Trail)
several top restaurants in the Black Forest offer trail was constructed back in 1900: along the course
creative and varying cuisine, but that in virtually of over 285 kilometres it passes through the deepest
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Forbach Hiking across the riverbed in Murgtal Freudenstadt Beautiful view
forests and most panoramic mountains of the Black A healthier climate by nature!
Forest ranging from Pforzheim to Basel. Certified Freudenstadt's location on an upland plateau
“quality hosts” offer special service along the way: makes it ideal for fun-packed holidays. This region,
they provide lunch packets for hikers, offer drying where there is rarely mist or wind, is renowned
rooms and luggage transport to the next lodging. for its clean air, sunshine and low humidity. The
The “Schluchtensteig” (Gorge Trail) is the latest terrain lends itself to a variety of sports, from Va r i e t y w i t h o u t b o r d e r s
long-distance hiking trail in the Black Forest: it paragliding, mountain-biking and hiking to golf
features six stages and leads along 118 km through and snow-shoe walking. The streets surrounding breisach
the most beautiful gorges in the south of the region. Freudenstadt's market square, the largest market
square in Germany, are superb for shopping and
En route with the entire family leisurely strolls. An unusual L-shaped church can
The accolade “Family-friendly Holidays in Baden- be seen on the lower market square. If you love
Württemberg” has been bestowed upon Germany’s the great outdoors and you're looking for a healthy
highest uplands due to its family-friendly policies. holiday in the fresh air, a walk on one of the seven
“Leo Luschtig” the lion mascot stands for family- climatic health walking trails is the ideal choice.
friendly holidays. A holiday resort only receives the www.freudenstadt-tourismus.de
seal of quality if the entire town responds to the Breisach upon Rhine
desires and needs of children. Of the 28 quality
seals awarded by the state for particularly family-
Welcome to our charming
town, near Freiburg and the
friendly holiday resorts, 25 awards went to
Black Forest
municipalities in the Black Forest.
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Over 160 of the most beautiful excursion destinations Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH Marktplatz 16
D-79206 Breisach am Rhein
in the entire Black Forest can be experienced with Tel. +49 76 67/94 01 55
the “SchwarzwaldCard” (Black Forest card). Ludwigstrasse 23 | DE-79104 Freiburg Fax +49 76 67/94 01 58
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In 2011, holidaymakers can once again make a Phone +49 (0)761 89 646 93 breisach-touristik@breisach.de
choice between the SchwarzwaldCard and the Fax +49 (0)761 89 646 94 www.breisach.de
“SchwarzwaldCard Europa-Park”, which includes mail@schwarzwald-tourismus.info
one free admission to Germany’s most attractive www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info
amusement park.
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View of Mainau Island
BODENSEE A holiday at Lake Constance in the heart

of Europe. Palms along the lakeside promenades, vineyards, rambling meadows and
apple trees in the lakeside region, alpine peaks and hilly hinterland on the horizon characterise
the multifaceted image of the international four-nation Lake Constance region.
The Lake Constance holiday region featuring the The Flower Year 2011 on Mainau Island
four nations Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Luxuriant blooms all year round, a park with a tree
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square kilometres. The holiday paradise is just as of the castle complex and church as well as the
Culture and tradition in the
diverse. Experience charming medieval towns and mediterranean character – this is Mainau, the
neighbouring countries:
baroque cultural sites, and discover the modern Flower Island in Lake Constance! Count Lennart
The Bregenz Festival on the architecture: the historic city of Constance, Bernadotte († 2004), great grandson of Grand Duke
well-known floating stage is Friedrichshafen where the Zeppelin airship was Friedrich I. of Baden, transformed the overgrown
held every year in Austria. invented, Meersburg situated on idyllic vineyards, park into a paradise of flowers and plants. Every
Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s the protected heritage of the Wasserburg Peninsula season, the current generation of the Bernadotte
colourful Market Hall in or the impressive harbour facility in Lindau. family strives to recreate an oasis of natural beauty,
Altenrhein and the facades Überlingen offers pure relaxation directly on Lake harmony and relaxation for visitors from all over
adorned with oriels in Stein am Constance with a long lakeside promenade and the world. Mainau is one of the most popular tourist
Rhein on the Swiss lakeshore wonderful parks. attractions on Lake Constance, and features a
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are impressive. Schaffhausen floral array following the seasons as well as one
with the largest waterfall in The fertile soil and the many sunny days provide of the largest butterfly houses in Germany.
Europe is not far away. optimal conditions for growing delicious fruit and
vegetables from Lake Constance, particularly The traditional start of the Mainau Flower Year is the
A cultural highlight featuring
Reichenau Island. The island and the abbey library in Orchid Show in the Palm House, which is regarded
the Electoral Collection can be
St. Gallen, Switzerland, are UNESCO World Heritage as one of the most important exhibitions of this kind
found at Museum Liechtenstein.
sites and are popular excursion destinations. in Europe. Design features are walls and towers
The Bregenz Festival featuring the famous floating made of tuff, which are populated by the orchids.
stage is held every year on the Austrian side. The orchid genus Cattleya is the focus of attention
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Church of St. Peter and St. Paul on Reichenau Island Birnau Pilgrimage Church
this year. The spring flower attracts visitors outdoors Unteruhldingen you can can journey back in time to
with a sea of fiery colours and tantalising scents. the Stone Age and Bronze Age on Lake Constance.
The annual Rose Month June is a highlight in the Meersburg Fortress with its unique silhouette is
Flower Year. This queen of flowers is presented in located further eastward and also promises excite-
more than 1,200 varieties along the promenade, ment. The medieval fortress, which gave the city its
which features wild and shrub roses, and in the name and was formerly in the possession of the
Italian Rose Garden. The blossoming of dahlias in bishops of Constance, towers majestically above
the lakeside garden colourfully heralds the arrival the rooftops and is visible from far across the water.
of autumn. Then over 12,000 dahlias unfurl veritable
fireworks of flowers and vie for the favour of visitors. Further along the lake is the city of Friedrichshafen,
which is the home town of the Zeppelin airship and
A journey along the German lakeshore aviation in general. It is also the location of the
The university city Constance with its unique location Zeppelin Museum. The modern Zeppelin NT enables
on Lake Constance and the Rhine River offers a up to twelve passengers to hover above Lake
multifaceted range of cultural and leisure activities Constance and to enjoy the unique panorama
such as classical concerts, the annual Constance during a two-hour sightseeing flight. The Dornier
Summer Nights with the Lake Night Festival as well Museum, also located in Friedrichshafen, exhibits
as romantic boat excursions and the International the life and work of aviation pioneer Claude Dornier
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Lake Constance Week for all water sports enthu- and allows visitors to experience 100 years of
siasts. There are also enthralling city sightseeing exciting aerospace history. A very special holiday
Internationale Bodensee
Tourismus GmbH
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walks highlighting over 2,000 years of the city’s paradise awaits visitors in Lindau, the last large
history. The attractive city of Überlingen, known as town before the Austrian border. On mild summer
the “Kneipp Spa of the South” because of its nights, a mediterranean flair prevails under the Hafenstrasse 6
thermal springs, is located northwest of Constance. palms. A walking tour through the historic harbour DE-78462 Konstanz
Überlingen welcomes visitors with its zest for life town starts at the lighthouse and lion on the Phone +49 (0)7531 90 94 90
and knowledge of well-being and health. Modern lakeside promenade and leads through medieval Fax +49 (0)7531 90 94 94
spa facilities, a broad range of tourist attractions Maximilianstrasse towards the market square. From info@bodensee.eu
and diverse shopping opportunities characterise the nature to technology, from sports to culture – Lake www.bodensee.eu
cityscape. In the nearby Lake Dwelling Museum in Constance has something for everyone!
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Experience nature,
art and culture
Vassily Kandinsky was one of the

first to find inspiration in Murnau
and its picturesque landscape at
the foothills of the Bavarian Alps.
• EuroArt artists’ colony
between Munich and Lake Königssee
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
• Swimming, cycling and hiking
in the mountains and lakes
• “Blue Rider” expressionist
heritage in the Castle Museum
and Münter House
GERMAN ALPINE ROAD
• Murnauer Moos: the largest Fairytale tour of the Bavarian Alps. The region at its best.
alpine moor in central Europe
• King Ludwig’s castles and
other world-famous sights and
Rising up majestically towards the sky, the Alps German beer garden. You'll discover exactly why the
attractions within easy reach
have captured the imagination since time Bavarians are so friendly once you've tucked into
w w w. m u r n a u . d e immemorial with their bare rocks and snow-capped some freshly roasted veal and tackled your first
summits. What better way to enjoy them than on one-litre beer! Or perhaps you'd prefer to observe
one of Germany's oldest tourist routes? The the festivities at a traditional country wedding, lose
German Alpine Road runs for more than 450 yourself in the fun and excitement of a parish
kilometres from Lindau on the shores of Lake annual fair – zithers, brass bands and all – and
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Constance to Berchtesgaden by the Austrian enjoy the spectacular scenery of southern Germany
border and is a totally unforgettable experience. on a hot-air balloon ride. There are also plenty of
Attractions along the way include Oberstaufen and activities to enjoy in and around the 20 crystal-clear
other popular spa resorts, plus historical gems such mountain lakes and in the national parks and
as Neuschwanstein Castle and Ettal Abbey, the conservation areas. The region reveals its beauty at
latter famous for its digestif spirit. It's hard to think all times of the year, even in winter when attention
of a better place to end a long walk, a day up in the shifts to the snow-covered pistes and traditional
mountains or a cycling tour than a quintessentially mountain lodges.
Bavaria – A Variety of Museums

Discover the museums and palaces in Bavaria! The Infopoint – Museums & Palaces in Bavaria is your Infopoint – Museums & Palaces in Bavaria
information centre in the heart of Munich. Here, in the historic Alter Hof you will find comprehensive Alter Hof 1, 80331 Munich, Germany
and up-to-date information about the Bavarian museum landscape. Phone: + 49 (0) 89 21 01 40 50
The Infopoint provides you with all the information necessary for planning your excursion: collection Fax: + 49 (0) 89 21 01 40 55
focus of the museums, addresses, opening hours, special exhibitions, guided tours, activities and
infopoint@museen-in-bayern.de
much more. You are free to organise your museum visit to suit your taste!
www.infopoint-museen-bayern.de
We would like to invite you to discover the diversity of the Bavarian museum landscape. Opening Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10.00-18.00
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Ries Crater Museum Nördlingen Aerial photograph
NÖRDLINGEN The most beautiful corners

are round. Take time for an exploration.
Located on the “Romantic Road”, Nördlingen is “Cittàslow” bestowed by the international association
surrounded by Germany’s only completely preserved of liveable cities. This global movement distinguishes …PUBLI
city wall. A walk on the roughly 2.7 km long fortifica- cities which treasure original landscapes, promote
tion with its numerous gates and towers offers a
beautiful view of the romantic alleys. The town’s
craftsmanship and regional products and in which
taste, culture and hospitality are in the foreground.
Tourist-Information
prominent landmark, the late Gothic hall church Let yourself be enchanted by Nördlingen. After all: Nördlingen
St. Georg with the bell tower affectionately called “The most beautiful corners are round!”
“Daniel” in common parlance, is already visible from Marktplatz 2
far away. From the steeple of the Daniel there is a DE-86720 Nördlingen
wonderful panorama of the medieval town and the
“Ries”. This unique landscape was created roughly
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Phone +49 (0)9081 84 116
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15 million years ago through the impact of a meteo- Visit the Ries Crater Museum and be impressed Fax +49 (0)9081 84 113
rite. The “Swabian Stone” (suevite) is only one of by the meteorites which struck the area 15 million tourist-information@noerdlingen.de
many geological peculiarities which developed in years ago. Another highlight is the moon rocks www.noerdlingen.de
the Ries. Since 2009 Nördlingen has borne the title exhibited in the museum.
City of Three Rivers

Passau is situated at the confluence of
Danube, Inn and Ilz directly at the Aus-
trian border. Prince-bishops embellished
Passau as their residence and Italian
masters created the baroque townscape.
Tourist Office With its charm and flair Passau ranks
Rathausplatz 3 among Bavaria’s most impressive cities.
The beautiful Old Town is dwarfed by the
DE-94032 Passau
monumental St. Stephen’s Cathedral with
Phone: +49 851 95598 0 the world’s biggest cathedral organ. High
Fax: +49 851 35107 above the rivers is the castle of Veste Ober-
www.tourism.passau.de haus and the cloister Maria Hilf. Passau is
tourist-info@passau.de the starting point for many river cruises into
the countries bordering the Danube.
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Rothenburg Town Hall with Renaissance façade Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village
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Rothenburg Tourismus ROTHENBURG ob der Tauber.
Service Romanticism, living history and unique flair.
Marktplatz 2
Rothenburg ob der Tauber features pure romanticism Village, The Imperial City Days and the Christmas
DE-91541 Rothenburg o.d. Tauber in a globally known town which combines historic Market. Käthe Wohlfahrt’s “Christmas Village”
Phone +49 (0)9861 40 48 00 ambience with internationality. The silhouette of is a unique experience in summer as well as winter.
info@rothenburg.de the medieval Old Town is characterized by more The “wintry” shopping paradise is presented
www.rothenburg.de than 40 towers and the town wall featuring forti- behind inconspicuous facades in the middle of
fications that can be walked on surrounds the Old the Old Town: for instance, small snow-covered
Town. A walk through the town’s alleys whisks half-timbered houses surround small squares
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Käthe Wohlfahrt & you away into a long forgotten time. Embedded where a five meter high, white Christmas tree
German Christmas Museum in undisturbed landscapes, the city – which obscures with 1,000 glass ornaments or a 5.50 meter high
countless cultural treasures such as St.-Jacobs- Christmas pyramid rotates. The scenery in which
Herrngasse 1 Church, the medieval Crime Museum or the Imperial you can select from approx. 30,000 traditional
DE-91541 Rothenburg o.d. Tauber City Museum behind its walls – invites visitors to German Christmas articles on several levels is
Phone +49 (0)9861 40 90 linger and discover. Among the highlights in the rich guarded by a 3.50 meter high nutcracker and
www.wohlfahrt.com offer of cultural activities and events is transformed by 196,000 lights into a glistening
www.christmasmuseum.com are the festival “The Master Draught”, the Wine Christmas fairytale.
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Today, this unique hotel offers you all modern amenities combined in a medieval atmosphere.
No room is like the other, all are individually furnished.

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Altötting Urn bearing the heart of King Ludwig II Ammergau Alps Linderhof Palace
ALTÖTTING AND OBERAMMERGAU

Bavaria’s religious centres commemorate King Ludwig II. The life of Ludwig II, who
died 125 years ago under mysterious circumstances, will be solemnly remembered. The pilgrimage town
of Altötting and the Passion Play village of Oberammergau will also honour the ‘Fairytale King’.
King Ludwig II was a devout Christian. He visited King Ludwig II, special guided tours of Linderhof
Oberammergau’s parish church or the Benedictine Palace will provide an insight into the magical
monastery at Ettal on a regular basis. Altötting is fairytale world of Bavaria’s most famous king. The
also closely associated with the monarch: since the route next leads from Oberammergau along the
17th century the hearts of Bavarian rulers have been Bavarian Alps to Lake Chiemsee including a visit to
preserved in silver urns in the Altötting Chapel of the Bavarian State Exhibition “Twilights of the gods
Grace, among them also the urn bearing the heart – King Ludwig II” at Herrenchiemsee Castle. The
© Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung, www.schloesser.bayern.de | Verkehrsbüro Altötting H.Heine
of King Ludwig II, as a sign of deep solidarity with the third stop is devoted to the pilgrimage town …PUBLI
Bavarian national shrine. This tradition, retained un- Altötting. After a visit to the Chapel of Grace and the
til the end of the monarchy, earned Altötting the museums, among them the “Jerusalem Panorama of Pilgrimage and
sobriquet “Heart of Bavaria”. An individual journey the Crucifixion of Christ” and the “New Treasury”
in the tracks of King Ludwig II offers the best overall with the Pilgrimage Museum in the house Pope
Tourist Office Altötting
view of the most famous places of interest in southern Benedict XVI, which also accommodates the bridal Kapellplatz 2a
Bavaria. In 2011 this tour will be particularly unique, wreath of Austrian Empress Sissi, the traditional DE-84503 Altötting
since numerous events will be held pertaining to the Altötting Candlelight Procession held every Saturday Phone +49 (0)8671 50 62 19
“King Ludwig II” theme. Starting from Munich, the evening from May to October provides a fitting
www.altoetting.de
most important places of interest can be combined conclusion.
in a 3-day tour. Oberammergau has always been
Oberammergau
characterised by religious culture. Neuschwanstein
Castle, Linderhof Palace, the Pilgrimage Church of
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Wies and Ettal Monastery Monastery are always Events commemorating the 125th year of the
worth a visit in any case. Linderhof Palace, located death of King Ludwig II: Exhibition in the Eugen-Papst-Strasse 9a
in the Ammergau Alps, is the smallest of the three Oberammergau Museum, 01/04/ - 31/12/2011; DE-82487 Oberammergau
castles which Ludwig had built. Linderhof is the only Major Candlelight Procession in Altötting Phone +49 (0)8822 92 27 40
castle which the king also inhabited for eight years. 14/08/2011; “Mountain Fire” in the Ammergau www.ammergauer-alpen.de
In the year of the 125th anniversary of the death of Alps 24/08/2011 and much more.
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A variety of ideas for unique moments.

Exuberance and zest for life at traditional festivals.
Quaint discoveries during the automotive year.
The car, one of mankind’s most excitement and entertainment, and the
important inventions ever, is celebrating many theme parks offer fun and thrills
its 125th birthday in 2011. This bread- for the whole family. The “Made in
and-butter product of the German Germany” seal of quality adorns a host
economy is being honoured in the form of products and brands, which can be
of countless events, special exhibitions purchased in futuristic shopping malls,
in museums and the opportunity to outlet centres or direct from the
glimpse behind the scenes in automotive manufacturer. This year’s sporting
factories. Beyond cars, Germany has a calendar features the FIFA Women’s
wide range of attractions that suits World Cup 2011™ and dozens of city
almost any interest you can think of. marathons that are looking for new
Museums devoted to all manner of champions. Germany is also a place
subjects are just waiting to be for the finer things in life. Aside from
discovered, festivals large and small – a mouth-watering selection of culinary
such as the Oktoberfest in Munich and events there are world-class concerts
Hamburg's Port Festival – provide providing aural delights.
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TRAVEL THEMES Living life
to the full. Lots to see and do. Germany has something for
everyone. Lifestyle and shopping, wellness and entertainment, cuisine
and culture – so it’s curtains up for an experience to remember.

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Munich Shopping centre “Fünf Höfe” Berlin KaDeWe
SHOPPING AND GASTRONOMY Perfect for

gourmets and fashion fans. If you’re going on vacation in Germany, make sure to leave some
space in your suitcase. The temptations are simply endless – from leading international fashion labels to
fine wines and brand-name products made in Germany.
Particularly the major cities, such as Munich, Frankfurt MyZeil

Highlight Hamburg and above all Berlin, are a real shopper’s
paradise. The pedestrian areas of Germany’s
Shopping in Frankfurt: MyZeil
historical town centers and its 400 shopping malls
Located in the heart of the city,
are the perfect place to hunt for bargains, followed
MyZeil is one of the trendiest
by a well-earned break with a delicious piece of
shopping centres in Germany. On
cake at one of the local cafés. Among the most
eight floors, with spectacular,
popular shopping streets with large department
light-flooded architecture, MyZeil
stores and flagship establishments of famous
offers an equally spectacular retail
fashion labels are Schildergasse in the vibrant old
and leisure mix.
quarter of Cologne, Hamburg’s Mönckebergstrasse
and Kaufingerstrasse in Munich. For a taste of real is its food department, which offers specialties from
luxury, try the upmarket shops along Königsallee in around the world. Among the 3,400 fine wines you
the fashion mecca of Düsseldorf. Alongside Chanel are sure to find some exclusive examples from
and Prada, you can find all the leading German Germany’s 13 wine-growing regions. Among the
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designer brands here, including Boss and Escada. idyllic vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle regions,
you’ll find shops where you can buy excellent vin-
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The top addresses in Berlin are Friedrichstrasse tages directly from the wine growers themselves, for
and Kurfürstendamm, but the German capital is example the elegant Schloss Johannisberg estate in
also renowned for its many small boutiques in the the Rheingau. The same is true for all German
bohemian quarters around Hackescher Markt and specialties. A delicious beer fresh from the barrel
in Friedrichshain. Quirky souvenirs and fashion by never tastes better than in the beer garden of the
creative designers are available at Berlinomat. The brewery. Many breweries from Munich to Flensburg
KaDeWe (Kaufhaus des Westens), Europe’s offer guided tours and tastings. Sweet indulgences
second-largest department store, is a true Berlin such as marzipan from Lübeck, Nuremberg
legend. Even browsing through the luxury wares on Lebkuchen (gingerbread), and delicious treats from
sale here is an experience in itself. Another highlight the traditional Christmas markets make ideal gifts.
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Europapark “Blue Fire Megacoaster” Sinsheim Car & Technology Museum
THEME PARKS Adventure, pleasure and thrills. Breakneck

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roller coaster rides or attractive show programmes – German theme parks leave nothing to be desired.
The time of your life is waiting at Germany’s theme experience world. With a freefall height of 71
parks. Take your pick from the best roller coaster in metres, the freefall tower “Scream” tower at
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the world, a flying carousel with spectacular sea views “Heidepark”, south of Hamburg, is the biggest
or breathtaking stunt shows packed with movie-style of its kind. A miniaturised landscape with Europapark Rust offers 13
action. The most popular theme park in Germany is over 50 million lego bricks is one of the main impressive theme zones, each of
the “Europapark” in Rust at the edge of the Black attractions of the “Legoland” theme park in which focuses on an individual
Forest. Visitors can look forward to a choice of nine Günzburg, including lovingly recreated scenes country or region and presents
roller coasters including two water roller coasters. of Berlin, Neuschwanstein Castle, Venice and its special characteristics like
“Hansa Park”, Germany’s only maritime theme park, Switzerland. The park opened in 2002 and, architecture or cuisine in a cultural
is situated at the Baltic Sea. Splashing boat rides since then, has welcomed 1.3 million delighted context.
and unique model ships characterise the huge visitors annually from all over the world.
Here today... there tomorrow... and Tripsdrill Theme Park including overnight accommodation.
Enjoy two fun-packed days at the Car & Technology Museum Sinsheim
The Car & Technology Museum Sinsheim features At Tripsdrill Theme Park you can
more than 3,000 exhibits spanning the history look forward to more than 100 novelty
of technology, including a attractions: clatter through a gigantic
Concorde with walk-on visitor sawmill on the wooden roller coaster
access. Another sensational Mammut, and be sure not to miss the
attraction is the IMAX 3D bathtub flume ride, the double thunder-
cinema showing the very best box, the soapbox race – and of course
in 3D films on a giant screen. Tripsdrill Wildlife Park.
www.technik-museum.de www.tripsdrill.de
The all-inclusive package ‚Here today... there tomorrow...‘ is bookable from 16 April to 6 November 2011 and includes admission to the Car & Technology
Museum Sinsheim plus IMAX 3D cinema and Tripsdrill Theme Park and Wildlife Park. Included in the price is one night‘s accommodation with breakfast
either in the 4-star Hotel Sinsheim near to the museum or in a shepherd´s wagons at Tripsdrill Theme Park.
The all-inclusive price with an overnight stay at the 4-star Hotel Sinsheim: adults from €82.50 • Information: +49 (0)7261 / 4064-0 • www.hotel-sinsheim.de
The all-inclusive price with an overnight stay in a shepherd´s wagons at Tripsdrill Theme Park: adults from €74.00 • Information: +49 (0)7135 / 9999 • www.tripsdrill.de
Prices for children and tour operator rates available on request.
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HIGHLIGHTS 2011/2012
Lake Night Festival, Festival Summer 2011 Festivals for the 175th anniversary
Constance
13 Aug 2011
The highlight of the Lake Night
GERMANY’S FESTIVAL CULTURE SAXON STEAMBOAT COMPANY
festival in Constance is a spectacular Countless festivals – all musical styles 175th birthday of the unique paddle steamers
firework display set to music. The first Particularly in the summer, when the days are The world’s oldest and largest paddle steamer
firework display took place in honour
long and warm, many German and international fleet operates between Diesbar-Seusslitz and
of Emperor Maximilian in 1507.
guests discover the desire for open-air music. Bad Schandau and on special voyages even as
Deciding which festival to attend is difficult as far as Ústí nad Labem in the Czech Republic.
International Samba there is something to suit every taste in music. Visitors are enthralled both by the historic
Festival Coburg Whether it is “Rock am Ring” (3 - 5 June 2011), steamers themselves and the enchanting Elbe
pop and electronic avantgarde at Melt! Festival Valley. The traditional fleet will be celebrating
(15 - 17 July 2011) or a pilgrimage to the its birthday in 2011 and looking back on 175
heavy metal Mecca at the Wacken Open Air years of history with a plethora of events and
© Marvin Engel, Lengede / Deutsche Stiftung Denkmalschutz | Sächsische Dampfschiffahrt | www.Rock-am-Ring.com | Stadt Konstanz | Archiv TC | SMF
(4 - 6 August 2011): anyone who goes the whole highlights. Cast off! Good luck and happy
year without getting to a festival has only sailing!
themselves to blame. www.saechsische-dampfschiffahrt.de
11 September 2011
08 - 10 Jul 2011
The biggest samba event outside
Brazil that attracts 200,000 visitors
to Coburg every year. Enjoy hot Latin
rhythms from 100 troupes with more
than 2,000 dancers.
Black Forest
Music Festival
2011 OPEN MONUMENT DAY

Visiting scenes of an industrial past – the European Heritage Days
Public awareness of the importance of cultural Archaeologists, conservationists and craftsmen

heritage should be raised and interest in the will demonstrate working methods and tech-
preservation of historical monuments shall be niques, and steer the view towards details which
02 June - 13 June 2011 awakened with various campaigns. Historical often remain concealed to untrained eyes. The
23 Sep - 03 Oct 2011 buildings which are otherwise inaccessible will 2011 Open Monument Day has “Romanticism,
Enjoy music played by world-class open their doors to visitors and delight lovers of Realism and Revolution – The 19th Century” as
musicians in unusual venues such as architecture and history. In addition, during ex- its motto. The emphasis in this connection shall
small craft workshops in the Black pert guided tours visitors can learn interesting be placed on the stylistic versatility and technical
Forest, in churches and in concert things about the tasks and activities involved progress.
halls. with the preservation of historical monuments. www.tag-des-offenen-denkmals.de
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Events – Concerts – Exhibitions
Year-round global explorations 26 June – 17 July 2011 Classic Open Air

Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin
30 June - 5 July 2011

MINIATUR WUNDERLAND FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2011™ The Gendarmenmarkt, one of the
The world’s largest model railway Exciting matches – lavish fan parties most beautiful squares in Europe in
Berlin's historical centre, provides the
About 890 trains zip about on 12,000 metres of In the summer of 2011, 16 nations will compete
grand setting for the Classic Open Air
tracks on 1,150 square metres of space in for the title of the world’s best women’s football Festival each summer.
Hamburg’s Speicherstadt district. The expansion nation. The tournament promises female football www.classicopenair.de
from 8 sections to 12 has long been in the stars, up-and-coming new talents and jubilant
planning stage, because the Wonderland is fans. The opening match will be held at the Frankfurt, Museum
constantly growing. But visitors can already find Olympic Stadium in Berlin, which offers over Embankment Festival
most parts of our world replicated in miniature 70,000 seats. Other sporting venues are
here in Hamburg. A special section for the Augsburg, Bochum, Dresden, Leverkusen,
hometown of the miniature world shows most of Mönchengladbach, Sinsheim, Wolfsburg and
the famous places of interest in Hamburg and is Frankfurt, where the final will be held.
like a small sightseeing tour. www.germany-tourism.de/
fifawomensworldcup2011
© BUGA | picture-alliance / dpa | Miniatur-Wunderland Hamburg | Davids | Frankfurt Tourist+Congress Board | Amt für Tourismus Straubing
www.miniatur-wunderland.de
15 April – 16 October 2011

26 - 28 Aug 2011
Europe’s largest cultural festival fea-
tures art and crafts stalls, live music,
culinary highlights from around the
world and Frankfurt’s museum row.
www.museumsuferfest-
frankfurt.de
Gäuboden Festival
2011 FEDERAL HORTICULTURAL SHOW IN KOBLENZ

Koblenz will be transformed into a unique floral dream with new colours, shapes and ideas.
The horticultural show grounds extend for 48 define the planning, and architects transform for-
hectares around the Electoral Palace, German merly inconspicuous areas into locations that are
Corner and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. The city’s now new and attractive for visitors and the popu-
unique location and history combines the three lace, without forgetting the historical roots in the 12 - 22 Aug 2011
exhibition areas as a core idea. Here the two process. For instance, a monotonous parking area Every year, Staubing hosts Bavaria’s
rivers Rhine and Mosel flow together at the Ger- is transformed into a colourful sea of flowers or a second biggest public festival which
man Corner. European history was written here, modest backyard is transformed into a magnifi- attracts 1.2 million visitors each
and the Roman legacy is visible everywhere. cent rose garden. Koblenz will be transformed, year. Attractions include the grand
procession, a huge funfair and the
That is why the leading themes water, Europe, and at all locations there will be much to discover
East Bavaria Show.
Rhine romanticism and UNESCO World Heritage and marvel at. www.buga2011.de
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Nuremberg STUTTGART ART 26/11/11 - 09/04/12 DEICHBRAND 22 - 24/07/2011
© Ralf Schedlbauer/Stadt Nuernberg | medienfabrik trier·luxembourg | HMC/Nico Maack | Ansgar Klostermann | www.schaufenster-bootsbau.de | Foto CMRastovic | Rüdesheim Tourist AG / Karl-Heinz Walter | Cem Yücetas | Archiv SFV | www.achtungberlin.de
MUSEUM CUXHAVEN/NORDHOLZ
Christkindlesmarkt
© Nachlass Michel Majerus

MICHEL MAJERUS The Deichbrand Rockfestival
The works of Michel Majerus, am Meer will be held for the
who died in 2002, influenced 7th time. Over 40 bands will
an entire generation of perform live on four open-air
contemporary painters. stages, and top DJs and live
Paris, Denise Bellon Archiv / 6716. | Pump, Nordhastedt | Luise Kolpin | Altonale | Grün Berlin GmbH | www.deichbrand.de | Nachlass Michel Majerus | Staatsgalerie Stuttgart | Victoria and Albert Museum London | VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn 2010
www.kunstmuseum- acts will be presented in the
stuttgart.de club tent.
GARDENS OF THE WORLD Open all year ALTONALE 01 - 19/06/2011

IN BERLIN The Hamburg cultural festival
At the fabulous Gardens of offers art, literature, theatre
the World in Berlin, visitors and film events as well as
25. Nov - 23. Dec 2011 can go on a unique tour of a three-day street festival
discovery. with music, art and flea
The famous Christmas market at the market, medieval market
www.gaerten-der-welt.de
heart of the old quarter with traditional and “information mile”.
favourites such as gingerbread, tinsel
angels, Nativity scenes, tree decorati-
ons, baubles, toys and much more. SCHWERIN GARDEN May till september CROCUS BLOSSOM 26/03/ - 27/03/2011
SUMMER FESTIVAL IN HUSUM
“Nature that inspires. Culture Spring makes its arrival
Bread and Circuses, that fascinates.” The Schw- and brings along the colour
Trier erin Palatial Gardens present purple when more than
fabulous entertainment and 4 million crocuses immerse
colourful horticultural themes. the Palatial Park in a huge,
www.schweriner- purple sea of flowers.
gartensommer.de
SURREAL OBJECTS 11/02/ - 29/05/2011 “ACHTUNG BERLIN” NEW 13 - 20/04/2011

SCHIRN KUNSTHALLE BERLIN FILM AWARD
The strange objects of sur- About 70 feature and
realists demonstrate the documentary films, including
interplay of contrasting ele- international, national and
ments, whereas the zany Berlin premieres, can be seen
reality points out the before their official cinema
02 - 09 Sep 2011 subliminal and dreamlike. start during the festival.
www.schirn.de www.achtungberlin.de
This grand spectacle at the amphi-
theatre and Roman baths in Ger- 17 - 22/05/2011 24 - 27/03/2011
41ST INTERNATIONAL LICHTER/FILM FESTIVAL
many’s oldest town appeals to all DIXIELAND FESTIVAL FRANKFURT AM MAIN
ages. An informative programme The festival will be held in Since 2008 the “Festival
illustrates life as it was in Roman times. Dresden once again this year in the We and Now” has
with highlights such as the been the annual platform
“Riverboat Shuffle” on the for new film productions
famous Elbe River steamboats. from Frankfurt and the
Hanse Sail Rostock www.dixieland.de Rhine-Main region.
www.filmtage-frankfurt.de
RÜDESHEIM WINE 19/08 – 21/08/2011 THEATRE FESTIVAL 30/06/ - 10/07/2011

FESTIVAL IMPULSE
This festival highlights the The festival of German-langu-
best of Rüdesheim hospitality age and free theatre for the
and wine culture. Wine stands first timer takes place in sum-
cluster around the lime trees mer. Outstanding off-produc-
and the very special atmos- tions in Bochum, Düsseldorf,
phere of this festival unfolds Köln and Mülheim a. d. Ruhr.
under the garlands of lights. www.festivalimpulse.de
11 - 14 Aug 2011 SCHAUFENSTER BOOTS- all-season RHEINGAU MUSIC 25/06/ - 27/08/2011

BAU IN BREMEN FESTIVAL
Tall ships are the main attraction at
the biggest maritime event in Meck- Here visitors can experience One of the leading classical
maritime handicraft up music festivals in Europe pre-
lenburg-Western Pomerania. Hanse close. Interactive exhibits sents over 150 concerts and
Sail has become a major spectacle and hands-on activities attracts more than 120,000
with a programme of entertainment illustrate shipbuilding from domestic and foreign visitors.
and other events. A to Z. www.rheingau-musik-
www.schaufenster-bootsbau.de festival.de
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28/06/ - 03/07/2011 SEAT KITESURF all-season FRIEDRICHSTADT PALAST Wiesbaden

© HANNES ALBERT | Pinakothek der Moderne , München | Frankfurter Bürgerstiftung im Holzhausenschlösschen | artonik | Arche Nebra | TourismusMarketing Niedersachsen GmbH / Grafschaft Bentheim Tourismus e.v | NDR / Rolf Klatt Landeshauptstadt Mainz /
WORLD CUP Europe’s largest and most Taunus street festival

The top German kite surfers modern revue theatre is
will compete with the best located in the Berlin Mitte
“dragon tamers” from 16 district and offers superlative
nations on the Westerland shows on the highest artistic
Beach in Sylt. level throughout the year.
www.kitesurf-worldcup.com www.show-palace.eu
08 - 17/07/2011 CHIO AACHEN 17/09/ - 03/10/2011 OKTOBERFEST 2011

The “World Festival of Eques- The world’s largest folk festi-
trian Sport” has been held val will be celebrating the art
in Aachen since 1924 and of brewing beer in the Bavar-
annually attracts the elite ian capital Munich for the 03 - 04 Sep 2011
of international equestrian 201st time in 2011.
Sascha Kopp | www.itfs.de | DTM | Nina Zimmermann | Robert Hetz | ALVR / Strauch | Goetz Schleser | reemedia / reemedia | Verein in der Taunusstraße e.V | Dirk Hourticolon | Hannover Tourismus GmbH
sport to North Rhine-West- Residents and shops along the legen-

www.oktoberfest.de
phalia. dary “antiques mile” roll out the red
www.chioaachen.de carpet and invite visitors to the chic
street festival with culinary delicacies,
22 - 24/09/2011 REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL 16 - 17/07/2011 DTM IN THE OLYMPIC art and culture.
The Hamburg Reeperbahn, STADIUM
“Germany‘s most creative Starting in 2011, the fascina-
neighbourhood”, is offering ting touring car racers will Schleswig-Holstein
exciting bands and individual duel under the pavilion roof Music Festival
artists as well as an ambi- of the Olympic Stadium at
tious art programme for the the Olympic Park in Munich.
sixth time. www.dtm.com
www.reeperbahnfestival.com
03 - 08/05/2011 INTERNATIONAL FESTI- 07/03/2011 ROSE MONDAY PARADE

VAL OF ANIMATED FILM IN MAINZ
The entire colourful world of Political motif floats, musical
animated film will be meeting parades, flag bearers and
once again in Stuttgart for the commemorative guards
18th International Festival of will elbow their way along
Animated Film (ITFS), and will the revelling, dancing
be awarding the “Trickstar”. crowds in the state capital 09 Jul - 28 Aug 2011
www.itfs.de of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Year after year, outstanding music
14/05/2011 EUROVISION SONG 29/04/ - 01/05/2011 KNIGHTS FESTIVAL AT and a different country as its theme
CONTEST THE PALATIAL PARK are the ingredients that attract an
The major European singing The Middle Ages arrive in audience of thousands to Europe’s
contest will be held at the Bad Bentheim with jugglers, biggest classical music festival.
Düsseldorf Arena in 2011 minstrels and acrobats. More
and promises to be a colour- than 100 performers will set
ful and cheerful festival. up their tents at the Palatial International Firework
Park in Bad Bentheim.
www.eurovision.de Competition, Hannover
21/05/ - 25/09/2011 “FROM TIME TO TIME” 06/05/ - 14/05/2011 FESTIVAL PERSPECTIVES

What is time? Different vari- The German-French Festival
ants and things worth know- of Stagecraft in Saarbrücken
ing about time are to be is the only festival in
discovered in the exhibition Germany that offers a forum
at the Neanderthal Museum for both French-language
in Mettmann. and German-language
www.neanderthal.de stagecraft.
all-season HOLZHAUSEN CASTLE 31/03/ -19/06/2011 ARCHITECTURE May 14, June 25, Aug 27,
THROUGH THE LENS
Concerts, recitals, reading, Sep 10 and 24, 2011
children’s events – an ex- At the “Pinakothek der Mod-
traordinary cultural pro- erne” modern art museum The elite of the pyrotechnic world
gramme is featured at the in Munich, the exhibition demonstrate their art against the
centrally located, small featuring previously hidden
magnificent backdrop of the Herren-
baroque castle in Frankfurt. treasures unfurls a panorama
of photography from the hausen Gardens, accompanied by
www.frankfurter-
buergerstiftung.de beginnings to the present day. music from classic to pop.
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2011 School and Bank Holidays

Winter Easter/Spring Whitsun Summer Autumn Christmas
Baden-Württemberg - 21.04./26.04. - 30.04. 14.06. - 25.06. 28.07. - 10.09. 31.10./02.11. - 04.11. 23.12. - 05.01.12
Bavaria 07.03. - 11.03. 18.04. - 30.04. 14.06. - 25.06. 30.07. - 12.09. 31.10. - 05.11. 27.12. - 05.01.12
Berlin 31.01. - 05.02. 18.04. - 30.04. 03.06. 29.06./30.06. - 12.08. 04.10. - 14.10. 23.12. - 03.01.12
Brandenburg 31.01. - 05.02. 20.04. - 30.04. 03.06. 30.06. - 13.08. 04.10. - 14.10. 23.12. - 03.01.12
Bremen 31.01. - 01.02. 16.04. - 30.04. 03.06./14.06. 07.07. - 17.08. 17.10. - 29.10. 23.12. - 04.01.12
Hamburg 31.01. 07.03. - 18.03. 26.04. - 29.04./03.06. 30.06. - 10.08. 04.10. - 14.10. 27.12. - 06.01.12
Hessen - 18.04. - 30.04. - 27.06. - 05.08. 10.10. - 22.10. 21.12. - 06.01.12
Mecklenburg-West. Pom. 07.02. - 19.02. 16.04. - 27.04. 10.06. - 14.06. 04.07. - 13.08. 17.10. - 21.10. 22.12. - 03.01.12
Lower Saxony 1) 31.01. - 01.02. 16.04. - 30.04. 03.06./14.06. 07.07. - 17.08. 17.10. - 29.10. 23.12. - 04.01.12
North Rhine-Westphalia - 18.04. - 30.04. - 25.07. - 06.09. 24.10. - 05.11. 23.12. - 06.01.12
Rhineland-Palatinate - 18.04. - 29.04. - 27.06. - 05.08. 04.10. - 14.10. 22.12. - 06.01.12
Saarland 07.03. - 12.03. 18.04. - 30.04. - 24.06. - 06.08. 04.10. - 15.10. 23.12. - 04.01.12
Saxony 12.02. - 26.02. 22.04. - 30.04. 03.06. 11.07. - 19.08. 17.10. - 28.10. 23.12. - 02.01.12
Saxony-Anhalt 05.02. - 12.02. 18.04. - 27.04. 14.06. - 18.06. 11.07. - 24.08. 17.10. - 22.10. 22.12. - 07.01.12
Schleswig-Holstein - 15.04. - 30.04. 03.06. 04.07. - 13.08. 10.10. - 22.10. 23.12. - 06.01.12
Thuringia 31.01. - 05.02. 18.04. - 30.04. 11.06. - 14.06. 11.07. - 19.08. 17.10. - 28.10. 23.12. - 01.01.12
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Special rules apply on the North Sea islands of Lower Saxony. Special rules apply during holidays for the following islands: Sylt, Föhr, Amrum and Helgoland as well as the Halligen.
Other Holidays
01.01.2011 New Years Day 23.06.2011 Corpus Christi 03.10.2011 Reunification Day 16.11.2011 Repentance Day
06.01.2011 Epiphany Holiday in Baden-Württemberg, 31.10.2011 Reformation Day Holiday in Saxony
Holiday in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Hessen, North Rhine- Holiday in Brandenburg, 25.12.2011 Christmas Day
Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, 26.12.2011 Boxing Day
22.04.2011 Good Friday Saarland, Catholic parts of Saxony Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia
25.04.2011 Easter Monday and Thuringia 01.11.2011 All Saints
01.05.2011 May Day 15.08.2011 Virgin Mary Holiday in Baden-Württemberg,
02.06.2011 Ascension Day Ascension Day Bavaria, North Rhine-Westphalia,
13.06.2011 Whit Monday In Catholic areas of Bavaria, Saarland Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland
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Leipzig 569 184 428 140 500 405 391 247 521 481 – 418 260 371 466 408
Munich 631 585 617 491 611 412 781 627 271 577 418 – 159 781 212 291
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Manchester Düsseldorf, Frankfurt/Main, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart
Newcastle Düsseldorf
Newquay Düsseldorf
Dublin Frankfurt/Main
OLT Bristol Bremen, Nuremberg Phone: 0049 1805 658659
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Ryanair Edinburgh Berlin-Schönefeld, Bremen, Phone: 0871 246 0000
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GERMANY – DESTINATION CULTURE Breathtaking architecture, creative potential

SouthWest Germany is throwing a party for the car.

Come and join us!

Sponsored by: An initiative of:

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Maritime culture, the new art scene and

Health and wellness travel is very much in vogue. Around 40 per

Petra Hedorfer, Chief Executive Officer

We hope to see you soon. German National Tourist Board

© Kunsthalle Mainz/Norbert Miguletz

47 NÖRDLINGEN The most beautiful

36 CAST OFF! Travel by houseboat through Travel Themes

39 MEISSEN PORCELAIN and thrills

© ALIMDI.NET / Werner Dieterich

There’s just no getting away from

“In proximity to the ocean one finds Stralsund’s top attractions:

Schleswig-Holstein’s Wadden Sea prominent. Reaching far out into the

© Christiane Eisler / transit

Creative cities and brilliant,

© ALIMDI.NET / uwe kraft

Text: Ann Wente – scene insider with an art history

CREATIVITY WHEREVER tecture and the visual arts. From the

German fashion has long been a

the Eiserner Steg

FROM INDUSTRIAL PLANTS

World Heritage status in 1994. Until it

heaps are rewarded with phenomenal

A thoroughly German product

© by www.daimler.de, www.bertha-benz.de und www.der-fotowolf.de | Buck Fotodesign 2008 |

The automotive manufacturer will be Germany’s themed scenic routes.

CITIES create the zeitgeist and have

culture, centres of vibrant life, places of major architectural

history, and innovative outlooks.

Take buzzing Berlin, for example. More than 20 years

shop for the latest fashions in temples of luxury, admire

© Dirk Enters / alimdi.net

stay a while and watch the world

Creative hubs with a historical basis

into day – and vice versa.

HOLLYWOOD MEDIA HOTEL

The Hollywood Media Hotel on the Kurfürstendamm in Berlin is a hommage

to film, world-famous movie stars and big-screen legends. This privately

Berlin Alexanderplatz Modern street art

BERLIN A buzzing city of contradictions and Germany’s

found in Kreuzberg, a district of contrasts.

Kreuzberg, the home of Berlin’s alternative scene,

Saxony’s unofficial capital.

“Coffee to go” is a ubiquitous feature of modern life, but Leipzig

Leipzig’s Mädlerpassage arcade, a beautiful illustration of art nouveau,

DRESDEN Music festivals in

Dresden is the go-to city when it comes to staging festivals. Music

music panorama that transcends genres and styles.

Visitors can expect more of a traditional fair atmosphere at the

Sanssouci Palace Potsdam Brandenburg Gate

POTSDAM Strolling through the gardens of Prussia’s Arcadia.

© TMB-Fotoarchiv / Bach | Bibliothek im Neuen Garten – SPSG, Foto: Hans Bach

Filmpark Babelsberg Entrance Marlene in stage props

BRANDENBURG “Potsdam 2011 – City of Film”.

NINE HISTORICAL CITIES

Braunschweig, Celle, Göttingen, of Goslar and Hildesheim or take a

Hameln Osterstrasse at sunset

© Hameln Marketing und Tourismus GmbH