17.01.2026 | Bucket List Deutschland, Germany for History Buffs, UNESCO World Heritage |
Aachen Cathedral is one of the few buildings in Europe that has retained its political and spiritual significance for more than a millennium. Anyone who enters the cathedral experiences a place where rule, faith and European history come together....
17.12.2025 | City Trips, Bucket List Deutschland, Germany for History Buffs, UNESCO World Heritage |
This week, I'm on a UNESCO World Heritage and Christmas market tour. Yesterday, I visited Aachen Cathedral, and today I'm taking the train to Cologne. Cologne Cathedral is one of Germany's most famous buildings – and yet its significance often only becomes apparent when...
07.11.2025 | Germany for History Buffs |
On the road with Tatort Geschichte podcaster Hannes Liebrandt On the trail of National Socialism in the Alps I'm not really a fan of group tours. I love organizing my day myself, stopping off somewhere spontaneously or spending hours exploring the...
02.10.2025 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
Between Albtrauf, half-timbered houses and World Heritage Site The Swabian Alb is still one of Germany's underrated regions. Yet it combines an extraordinary diversity: rugged cliffs with sweeping views, mysterious caves, picturesque towns, ancient villages and...
13.09.2025 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
Today I went on a day trip to the area around Gomadingen to visit the Grafeneck memorial. During the Nazi era, Grafeneck was one of the first killing centers of the so-called T4 program, in which people with mental and psychological...
13.07.2025 | Baden-Württemberg, Castles and Palaces, Germany for History Buffs |
I've been exploring the Swabian Alb for a few days now and discovering corners that are still unknown to me. Although as a Swabian I have often visited the Alb since my childhood, there are still many undiscovered treasures, especially in the southern part of the region....
13.06.2025 | Baden-Württemberg, Castles and Palaces, Germany for History Buffs |
I rarely go to the same place on two consecutive days. But yesterday I went on a wonderful trip with my father and sister around the Württemberg 'fairytale castle', Lichtenstein Castle in the Swabian Alb....
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18.11.2024 | Germany for History Buffs, Destinations, City Trips |
The traces of Nuremberg's more than 1,000 years of history make every visit to this city an unforgettable experience. Characterized by its medieval past, its role as the city of the Nazi party rallies during the Nazi era and an impressive...
13.10.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
The weather is good again for today's 12 out of 12. The forecast is for a pleasant 15 to 18 degrees. I've decided to explore a place on the German Half-Timbered Road. I hardly dare admit it - so far I've only ever been on the way to other...
13.08.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
It's supposed to be over 30 °C today! I've decided to make the most of the good weather and finally visit the Stuttgart TV tower again, from where the view is sure to be fantastic today. Admission is free in my digital Stuttgart...
13.07.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs, City Trips |
In today's 12 out of 12, I take you to Tübingen, one of the most beautiful cities in Baden-Württemberg, which is also becoming increasingly popular with tourists. Today, in summer temperatures, there are lots of punting boats with cheerful students and tourists on board...
19.06.2024 | Germany for History Buffs, Destinations |
The Berghof - of which almost nothing can be seen today - on the Obersalzberg was Hitler's second residence and seat of government, while the Eagle's Nest was built above the Berghof on the Eagle's Nest as a tea house for the Nazi leadership and their guests....
12.06.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
For today's 12 out of 12, I'm setting off with my friend Jutta from northern Germany, who is still visiting me. We've spent a lovely vacation in Berchtesgadener Land and Tyrol over the last two weeks. Today we're going to the pretty half-timbered town of...
13.04.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
For today's 12 out of 12, I decided to use my €49 ticket and take the S-Bahn to Kirchheim unter Teck. For me, the journey takes just over an hour, from Suttgart main station it would be about 45 minutes on the S1 to Kirchheim. My car...
14.03.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
As the weather forecast for today was bad, I decided to go to Stuttgart and visit the Württemberg State Museum in the Old Palace, which a friend had recently spoken enthusiastically about. I vaguely remember that...
13.02.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
For today's 12 out of 12, I would like to take you to the small town of Calw, which is just 35 km from my home in Sindelfingen, also on the German Half-Timbered Road. Calw is the birthplace of the favorite writer of my youth, Hermann Hesse....
13.01.2024 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
For 12 out of 12, I am once again exploring a town that I don't know myself. Although Rottweil is only 70 km away from my home town of Sindelfingen, I've never been here before. Yet it is the oldest town in Baden-Württemberg - founded in 73 AD by the...
22.09.2023 | Germany for History Buffs, City Trips, Christmas markets, festivals and culture |
Christmas markets are one of Germany's most beautiful traditions - and every year they attract millions of visitors from all over the world. History, splendor and enjoyment come together as you stroll through a historic market square and smell the scent of gingerbread and mulled wine....
13.09.2023 | Baden-Württemberg, Germany for History Buffs |
12 of 12 - the 12th of the month in 12 pictures - has become a beloved tradition among the bloggers of The Content Society (and far beyond). I've decided to take a trip around my region on this day, and today I'm heading to...
11.08.2023 | Germany for History Buffs, Destinations, City Trips |
Weimar's sights are caught between cultural highlights and the greatest barbarism in human history. The bell tower of the Buchenwald memorial on the Ettersberg can be seen from afar and reminds residents and visitors alike that...
11.02.2023 | Bucket List Deutschland, Germany for History Buffs, Destinations, City Trips |
Germany has an incredibly rich history and a fascinating cultural heritage, which is particularly evident in the country's many beautiful cities. Each city has its own history, sights and special features, but which are the most beautiful?
25.10.2022 | Germany for History Buffs, Destinations |
You have more than one weekend to spend in Würzburg? Then take a mini-road trip to see the surrounding area, which is well worth a visit. In one day I visited Volkach (with the pilgrimage church Maria im Weingarten, the Vogelsburg, terroir f Volkach, the village of Volkach, Prichsenstadt and...
22.09.2022 | Destinations, Germany for History Buffs, City Trips |
Most of Würzburg's sights can be easily reached on foot, because the city center is manageable. You can "walk" the highlights of the city center in a weekend. For me, Würzburg is one of the most beautiful cities in southern Germany. Exceptional artists...
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