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Population: 82,057,000
Size: 357,021 km²
Highest El.:  Zugspitze (2,962 m)

The Federal Republic of Germany is a democracy with a liberal free-market economy, freedom of religion and freedom of the press.

Each of Germany's 16 states is a world of adventure in and of itself, whether city-states like the Hanseatic towns of Bremen and Hamburg, the Federal capital Berlin, or other states. Everywhere, you can discover great cities, cozy villages and relaxing natural landscapes.

We can take you to festivals and international events, to relaxation and recuperation. Take a little time out for yourself and go on a trip through the German states of Schleswig-Holstein to Bavaria, and from North Rhine-Westphalia until Saxony. Encounter the culinary peculiarities of the individual regions! Discover the historic and ultramodern secrets of German cities or explore the romantic and exciting sides of Germany that include thousands of events from contemplative Christmas markets to exciting festivals. Fulfill your curiosities about the country and the people.

The German Federal States are awaiting you: Baden-Württemberg Bavaria Berlin Brandenburg Bremen Hamburg Hesse Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania Lower-Saxony North Rhine-Westphalia Rhineland-Palatinate Saarland Saxony Saxony-Anhalt Schleswig-Holstein Thuringia

Germany has always been divided into states, but the map has changed its shape over the centuries. The most important changes in the modern age resulted from the Napoleonic wars at the beginning of the 19th century, the Austro-Prussian War of 1866, the First World War and the Second World War.

After the latter Germany was divided, and the country's largest state, Prussia, was dissolved. Most of the states as we know them today were established after 1945, but they have largely retained their ethnic traditions and characteristics and some of the old boundaries. Until Germany was reunited in 1990, the Federal Republic consisted of eleven states which had been created in the former Western occupation zones and had adopted democratic constitutions between 1946 and 1957.

Germany offers travelers a lot of nature and interesting landscapes, many
of which have remained unspoiled by man. With its great variety of flora and fauna, which is partly unique, visitors will experience nature in an
unforgettable way.

Exploring Germany´s landscapes, either on hiking tours or bicycle trips, is very relaxing for both body and soul. And nature-loving visitors will also have many opportunities to learn more about the processes taking place in nature.

In order to preserve these natural areas for humankind, it has been necessary to take special protective measures. Therefore, a large number of vast protective areas have been created in Germany, all worthwhile visiting.

Germany´s nature parks, biosphere reserves and national parks are havens consisting of valuable natural and cultivated landscapes. Some of these protected areas are unique worldwide.  Germany has more than 90 nature parks, 13 biosphere reserves and 13 national parks, which are all internationally recognized. It is only in the last decade that most of these vast areas have been given this special protection.

Nature Parks are areas shaped and utilized by man in an exemplary way.

Biosphere Reserves are vast areas of archetypal landscapes which have either remained untouched or have been cultivated and developed by man.

National Parks comprise vast natural areas of a special kind which, in most cases, have remained completely untouched or have been only slightly influenced by man.

Germany has not one but many major cities - a result of its colorful past with many small states. And each city has its own unique character, formed by its history and the surrounding region.

Each is a whole new world unto itself in which you will experience not only different architectural styles and art treasures but also a very distinctive lifestyle. Local traditions and mentalities are clearly reflected everywhere - in the arts, the nightlife, the shops, the pubs and restaurants and the way people work and live.

Germany's cities also have endless pleasant surprises in store for those who enjoy good food and drink. In addition to top-quality international cooking each region has its own local specialties, ranging from hearty country fare at simple inns to modern light cuisine at star-rated restaurants.

Accompanied by our world-famous beers and wines, all this plenty is guaranteed to make your tour of Germany's cities an unforgettable culinary experience.

In Berlin, the Capital, one can feel the pulsating liveliness. A variety of art- and flea markets, museums, bars, pubs, restaurants, opera houses, concert halls, theatres, vaudevilles and revues is awaiting the visitor.

Thirteen especially historic German cities that offer you some truly incomparable travel experiences are:  Augsburg, Bonn and Bremen; Erfurt, Freiburg, Heidelberg and Lübeck; Münster and Potsdam; Regensburg and Rostock; Trier and Würzburg.

Sights include picturesque half-timbered buildings, magnificent palaces and cobblestoned alleyways, romantic inns and attractive shopping precincts. Sentimental memories and surprising curiosities - all this and more is just waiting to be explored.

Take your time , it's well worth it!  Every place has its own special attractions. You can get to know all of them with a "City Pass", which provides a number of attractive benefits and discounts on your journey of discovery. Come and see for yourself.

The castles and fortresses which invite you to Germany are all originals. Take a trip through time and various epochs.