178 entries found for "castles in germany"

On the western edge of the Odenwald mountain range, we hike 120 kilometres from Darmstadt to Heidelberg . We see forests, walk through vineyards and take a look around the many castles.

The Franconian Mountain Path combines three of the region's uplands – the Franconian Forest, Fichtel Mountains and Franconian Switzerland – to create one magnificent hiking trail.

The stunning red sandstone cliffs of Heligoland jut out of the water around 70 kilometres from the mainland. The island boasts a unique natural landscape and a mild maritime climate.

The locals call Juist 'Töwerland' in their dialect, which, in its rough translation, makes the island something of a magical wonderland. And you can see where it gets its name from when you admire the...

From its source located on the Rothaarsteig Trail, we follow the Lahn river for 288 kilometres until we reach its mouth on the Rheinsteig Trail. Our journey along this path is guaranteed to be full of...

South-west Germany is where the country flaunts its most serene, sunny side. The scenery is radiant – it alone puts a smile on hikers' faces.

Wangerooge is a health resort and spa in the North Sea. Situated at the heart of Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, the island's landscape features beaches, dunes and salt marshes. Tourists can re...

High above the Rhine on the Palatinate Wine Route, a well-fortified castle with a colourful past stands tall above the forest. It made its mark in the German history books by providing the setting for...

Situated in Mecklenburg, near Schwerin, this late-baroque palace and park ensemble doesn't fail to impress and amaze. And yet appearances can be deceiving, with many of the decorative elements in the ...

The Flower Island of Mainau in Lake Constance is home to a stunning array of flowers and trees across just 45 hectares. Other attractions include the baroque palace, the palm house and the largest but...