Black Forest in winter
Whether you're visiting Germany in cold weather or warm, DW-WORLD has tips on seasonal activities, from Christmas markets to bike tours, wine festivals to cruises.
Each year, tourists from around the globe flock to Germany's traditional Christmas markets. But a new kind of market lets visitors experience the holiday as it was celebrated hundreds of years ago.
In German lore, the Christkind leaves presents under the tree on Christmas Eve. But Nuremberg brings the Christkind down to earth long before the 24th to be one of the biggest attractions at its famous Christmas market.
What sets Munich apart from other large German cities? The nature on its doorstep. Less than an hour from the town center is some great skiing.
Visit a traditional Christmas market to get in the holiday mood, German style.
When the chill sets in, it’s time for a hot drink. In Germany and Austria, one of the most popular beverages at this time of year is Glühwein.
Looking to experience the charm and variety of Germany -- without working too hard at it? You may want to consider a river cruise.
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You don't need to be fit enough to win the Tour de France's yellow jersey, in order to enjoy the delights of a bicycle tour by the Rhine.
Tourists and locals can once again enjoy Heiligendamm, a majestic complex of elegant white buildings on the Baltic Sea.
The bungee has been jumped, the sky dived and the white water rafted. What's next? If you live in the flatlands of Germany, you climb a windmill.
Forest-covered mountains, moors, cliffs, rolling hills, deep gorges -- the landscape of the Harz is nothing if not varied. And it is one of Germany’s most tradition-steeped regions.