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Berlin: Brandenburger Tor am Pariser Platz ©visitBerlin (Dagmar Schwelle)

Sustainable Cities -
innovative and social

The world's first PlusEnergyHouse opened in Freiburg in 1994 - and German cities have been steadily developing ever since. Entire city districts are trying out new ideas for climate-conscious coexistence, green oases ensure a pleasant urban setting, electric mobility and innovative itineraries make the city trip both exciting and climate-friendly. Meanwhile, cultural heritage is being protected and historic buildings are being restored with sustainability in mind, to preserve them for the future.

Take your time, stroll, cycle or paddle through a wide variety of urban areas, feel inspired by creative ideas and enjoy the open, multicultural atmosphere of German cities.

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Accessible Travel (Cities)

Neustadt: Couple in a wheelchair in front of the city scenery ©DZT (Jens Wegener)

Alternative Shopping

Berlin: women shopping at the flea market ©Getty Images (Thomas EyeDesign)

Colourful Diversity

Hamburg: Christopher Street Day ©DZT (Hinrich Carstensen)

Enjoy Plastic-Free

Woman buys local vegetables at the market ©Adobe Stock (igishevamaria)

Green Oases

Basket with rhubarb in the garden ©Adobe Stock (jokapix)

New Directions

Leipzig: Couples explore the city with kayaks on the Karl Heine Canal ©Getty Images (Tom Werner)

Quality of Life with Cittaslow

Überlingen on Lake Constance: Square in the Old Town ©Adobe Stock (hanseat)

Unique World Heritage Sites

Regensburg: Alte Brücke bridge and the old town ©DZT (Francesco Carovillano)

Tips for sustainable city experiences

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This selection is based specifically on the publication "Anforderungen an Unternehmenszertifizierungen für nachhaltigen Tourismus in Deutschland", 2017, Die VERBRAUCHER INITIATIVE e. V. ("Requirements for company certifications for sustainable tourism in Germany", 2017, The CONSUMER INITIATIVE e.V.)