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12 of 12 in December: A Day at Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

12 of 12 in December: A Day at Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

17.12.2025 | City Trips, Bucket List Deutschland, Germany for History Buffs, UNESCO World Heritage | 0 comments

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...
Nuremberg Sights - The Complete City Guide [with map]

Nuremberg Sights - The Complete City Guide [with map]

18.11.2024 | Germany for History Buffs, Destinations, City Trips | 4 comments

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...
Tübingen - Old town tour through the city of poets and thinkers

Tübingen - Old town tour through the city of poets and thinkers

13.07.2024 | Germany for History Buffs, Baden-Württemberg, City Trips | 2 comments

On this city tour through Tübingen, I will show you the most important sights of the old town, which is one of the most beautiful in Baden-Württemberg and has long since ceased to be an insider tip. On this summer's day, there is a very special atmosphere around the Neckar:...
The 30 Best German Christmas Markets in a Historical Setting (with Maps)

The 30 Best German Christmas Markets in a Historical Setting (with Maps)

22.09.2023 | Germany for History Buffs, City Trips, Christmas markets, festivals and culture | 16 comments

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....
Weimar sights - the complete city guide (with map)

Weimar sights - the complete city guide (with map)

11.08.2023 | Germany for History Buffs, Bucket List Deutschland, City Trips, UNESCO World Heritage | 2 comments

Weimar's sights are in a special field of tension: here, the cultural highlights of German history and the memory of its darkest abysses lie close together. The bell tower of the Buchenwald Memorial on the Ettersberg can be seen from...
The Most Beautiful German Cities: My 15+ Favorite Cities for a Short Trip

The Most Beautiful German Cities: My 15+ Favorite Cities for a Short Trip

11.02.2023 | Bucket List Deutschland, Germany for History Buffs, Destinations, City Trips | 14 comments

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?
Würzburg Sightseeing - the Complete City Guide (with Map)

Würzburg Sightseeing - the Complete City Guide (with Map)

22.09.2022 | Destinations, Germany for History Buffs, City Trips | 8 comments

Most of Würzburg's sights are close together and can easily be discovered on foot. You can explore the highlights of the old town in one day - but you can only really do the city justice if you take more time. Two to three days is ideal.
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