Thomana 800th anniversary 2012 Leipzig hosts a year full of highlights

In 2012 the three divisions of the Thomana, Leipzig's oldest cultural institution - St. Thomas Church, St. Thomas Boys Choir and St. Thomas School - are celebrating their 800th anniversary. Leipzig will be marking this anniversary with an exciting programme of events and inviting visitors from all over the world to join the celebrations.

dOCUMENTA (13) – Kassel is the art capital for 100 days

Every five years the art world heads to Kassel for documenta, the world's most important exhibition of contemporary art. dOCUMENTA (13) - a must for art lovers and a wonderful success story for Kassel – will be on show from 9 June to 16 September 2012.

300th anniversary of the birth of Frederick the Great (1712 – 1786)

Frederick the Great turned Prussia into a major power; he also worshipped Voltaire and adored music. The exhibition 'Friederisiko' at the New Palace in Potsdam (28 April to 28 October 2012) will be marking the tercentenary of Frederick's birth and offering insights into the life of this accomplished monarch. His 300th anniversary will also be celebrated in other locations.

2011 - Medical tourism. You'll be well looked after in Germany.

Germany enjoys an outstanding reputation when it comes to treating patients from all over the globe. Why? Because we have one of the world's most innovative, advanced and highest-quality healthcare systems.

2012 - Events that inspire and leave a lasting impression – Germany: open for business

Two thirds of the world's flagship trade fairs take place in Germany. More than 6,000 event venues ranging from state-of-the-art congress halls to ultra-professional hotels and unusual locations are available for conventions, conferences and other events.

2012 - German wines: a wide range of regions for a wide choice of wines

Each of Germany's 13 vineyard regions has its own set of customs and traditions, which translate into an exceptional range of wines. The main grape varieties are riesling, silvaner and rivaner for white wines, and pinot noir for reds.

2013 - Germany for young people – creative, diverse and lots of fun

Whether you're travelling with friends, your schoolmates or a sports club, Germany has a host of cool cities and captivating landscapes for you to discover. Shopping, the arts, nightlife and active pursuits – Germany has it all!

2014 - UNESCO World Heritage – the greatest legacies of mankind and Mother Nature.

Only the finest monuments to human and natural activity have the honour of bearing the UNESCO World Heritage title. And Germany is home to some of the finest of these.