Magic Cities Germany e.V.

Welcome to Germany’s Magic Cities

The Magic Cities was first established in the 1950s as a marketing association representing 10 major city destinations in Germany. Its objective is to raise the profile of these cities internationally as destinations for holidays and business travel.
These fabulous destinations have everything your heart could desire: a relaxing atmosphere, exciting festivals, fascinating history and delicious regional cuisine. Enjoy a warm welcome wherever you go and meet new friends in Germany’s favorite cities.
Cologne’s Cathedral and famous Carnival, the city by the Rhine that is famed for its sense of fun.
The spotlight falls on the fine arts in and around Dresden. Discover its world-famous baroque cityscape.
Luxury and lifestyle take center stage in Düsseldorfwith its Königsallee and spectacular MediaHarbour.
Captivating contrasts await you in Frankfurt, the home of Goethe and German young wine (“Ebbelwei”).
In Hamburg tradition meets future, cosmopolitanism meets Hanseatic restraint. The impressive port - the heart of Hamburg - connects the people who live here with the world.
From the adventure zoo to Herrenhausen Gardens: Bremen, the dynamic heart of north-west Germany and the home of the Bremen Town Musicians, offers something for all ages.
Leipzig is a metropolis with a high coolness factor and always up for a surprise. The cultural city delights with art, music, trendy districts and relaxed shopping. Between sightseeing, concerts and strolling through the city, wonderful parks and plenty of water offer space to take a deep breath.
Bayern Munich, BMW World and the Oktoberfest – Munichon the River Isar is first-class in every respect.
In Nuremberghistory is alive: visit museums, explore art galleries or join the historic Christmas Market.
Wines, cuisine and 130 years of automotive history have brought Stuttgartto the world’s attention.

The German National Tourist Board, Deutsche Bahn and Lufthansa are partner organisations of the Magic Cities association.

Cultural Highlights in 2022/2023
Bremen

  • Christmas Market and Schlachte-Zauber (Nov - Dec 2021)
  • Bremen Samba Carnival (Feb 2022)
  • Jazzahead (Apr - May 2022)
  • Breminale (Jul 2022)
  • Bremen Music Festival (Aug - Sep 2022)
  • Bremen Freimarkt (Oct 2022)
  • www.bremen-tourism.de/Events

Cologne

Dresden

  • 350th anniversary of the death of the Dresden court composer Heinrich Schütz – with concerts, festivals, installations and exhibitions all year long..
    www.schuetz22.de
  • 300th Birthday of Bernardo Bellotto, called Canaletto: anniversary exhibition in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (May 20 to August 28, 2022), Baroque Festivals in Pirna (April 22, June 17-19) and City Festival in Dresden (August 19-21, 2022)
    www.gemaeldegalerie.skd.museum/en/exhibitions
  • 300 years of Meissen’s crossed swords – the world’s probably oldest trade mark: temporary and permanent exhibitions in the Meissen Manufactory, the Albrechtsburg castle Meissen, the Dresden Fortress Xperience and the Dresden Porcelain Collection.
    www.meissen.com
  • 587th (2021) & 588th (2022) Striezelmarkt (Germany’s oldest Christmas market) plus more Christmas markets.
    www.dresden-christmas.info
  • More openings, offers, events and inspiration
    www.visit-dresden.travel/en

Düsseldorf

Frankfurt

Hamburg

Leipzig

  • Christmas Market (Nov 23 - Dec 23 2021)
  • GRASSI (until Apr 03 2022)
  • Leipzig Bach Festival: "BACH - We Are Family" (Jun 09 - 19 2022)
  • Leipzig Opera: "Wagner 22" (Jun 20 - Jul 14 2022)
  • Wagner Festival at Leipzig Opera (Jun 18 - 20 2021)
  • www.leipzig.travel/events

Munich

Nuremberg

Stuttgart

...ab in die Natur!

Barrier free city feelings

Each city offers visitors with disabilities a broad range of services. From packages of specific information on travel to the chosen city and accommodations to numerous restaurants, sights, sightseeing tours and shopping options designated as “disabled-friendly” or “wheelchair-accessible.”Streets and places of each city as well as the public transportation system can easily be used and discovered.Enjoy an untroubled stay in Germany's Magic Cities!

Here you find further information for planning your individual stay.

Welcome to the Magic Cities Germany

There’s a lot to see in Germanys ten biggest cities. Create your own sightseeing tour with the Welcome Cards of every city and enjoy for example a great meal in a restaurant, a drink in a popular bar or visit the most interesting museums or galleries.

These special tickets offer you free and unlimited use of the city’s public transportation system and discount on admission to various museums and further institutions.

This is a great way to discover the most beautiful sights of each city.

For further information visit the homepage of each city.

Kontakt & Ansprechpartner

Magic Cities Germany e. V.
c/o German National Tourist Board

Beethovenstraße 69
60325 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

Tel. +49 (0)69/97 46 4-268


www.magic-cities.com

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