Business Class Flights To Germany

Germany - Most known for its famous Oktoberfest, Germany is home to some of the most beautiful scenery, castles, important historic sites, and great party scenes. Located in the heart of Europe, Germany maintains the continent's strongest economy. Below is a look of the best place to visit when traveling to Germany.

1. Berlin - Berlin is the capital city of Germany and is widely associated with its WWII history and former division of the East and West Germany by the Berlin Wall during the Cold War. Berlin today is now a vast, unified city since the fall of the historic wall in 1989. Although most of the Berlin Wall was demolished, there are some portions still standing near Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag. Berlin is diverse in ethnic groups and filled with sightseeing places, culture and nightlife. Tourists are drawn to Berlin's famous historic structures, which include the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag.

2. Munich - Best known for the world famous Oktoberfest, a beer drinking extravaganza, Munich and its great culture is one of the must places to visit in Germany. Munich's Oktoberfest began in 1810 with a royal wedding celebration. Every year this festival draws millions of people and consists of several gigantic beer tents, delicious Bavarian food and millions of gallons of beer. Munich is home to a handful of elegant opera houses and theaters, such as the National Theatre. At the heart of the city is an attractive blend of architecture both modern and classic, including medieval walls, royal palaces as well as bustling shopping centers, historic churches, and cool nightlife venues.

3. Neuschwanstein - The most photographed building in Germany, Neuschwanstein Castle, is also one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations. In the midst of the Bavarian Alps near the town of Fussen, this fairy-tale castle served as the inspiration behind Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle. Neuschwanstein Castle was never built for defense purposes like most castles. Instead, this castle was created as a fanciful retreat King Ludwig II of Bavaria who had a reputation for abiding in daydreams instead of reality.

4. Heidelberg - Hosting historic treasure like the medieval Old Bridge, the Heidelberg Castle, the Church of the Holy Spirit and the Knight St. George House, it's not surprising that Heidelberg is a popular tourist destination. The city center's main street is packed with pubs, restaurants, museums, art galleries, shops and markets selling a variety of beers, cuckoo clocks and German sausages. Home to Germany's oldest university, Heidelberg's long academic history can be retraced along the Philosopher's Walk, a scenic footpath often walked by many earlier philosophers and professors.

5. Lubeck - Lubeck is located in Germany's most northern state, Schleswig-Holstein, and it is one of the largest Baltic seaports in Germany. It was founded in 1143 and has served for several centuies as the capital seat of the Hanseatic Leauge. Despite the fact that Lubeck was the first city to be attacked during WWII, it still retains much of its medienval architecture, and is a popular tourist destination. Walking through the narrow streets of the Altstadt offers view of historic sites like the incredible cathedral, the 12th century Town Hall, and the old city gates of which the Holstentor is the most famous.

6. Dresden - Before it was severely damaged from WWII attacks, Dresden was known as the Jewel Box because of its lavish collection of stunning art and architecture. After many years, the city has restored much of its former glory. Dresden, which is the capital of the state of Saxony, offeres a number of historic sites such as the Frauenkirche cathedral. The city also has several cultural institutions of which the Semper Opera is most widely sought after.

7. Cologne - Located alongside the Rhine River in the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne is on of the most popular places to visit in Germany. The city offers a wide array of activites, a great nightlife and an amazing arts and culture scene. Cologne is also home to many landmarks such as the city's informal symbol, the Cologne Cathedral, a Gothic church. Finally, the Twelve Romanlike Churches are excellent examples of medieval archetecture.

8. Romantic Rhine - Stretching between the cities of Bingen and Bonn, Germany, the Middle Rhine flows through a dramatic geological formation called the Rhine Gorge. This region feature a spectacular landscape containing about 40 medieval castles, beutiful views of villages and terraced vineyards. The region's most famous natural attraction is the Lorelei, which is the deepest yet most narrow section of the Rhine Gorge. It features a large, treacherous rock that has caused several boating accidents prior to the 19th century. With all that in mind, the best way to experience the Romantic Rhine is by a riverboat cruise.

9. Rugen Island - Located in the Baltic Sea, Rugen is the largest island in Germany, connected to the mainland by a bridge and causeway. Charming villas, romantic seaside resorts and beautiful beaches all draw tourists to Rugen Island. However, the main attraction of this island is the Jasmund National Park, which is famous for its unique cliffs that rise a whopping 528ft over the sea. Another cool feature of the island is Cape Arkona, where toursist can visit an old lighthouse, that remind of a Slavic castle and a picture perfect fishing village.

10. Leipzig - The largest city in the federal state of Saxony, Leipzig is known for its vibrant arts and culture scene which was shaped by the famous music composers including Bach and Wagner. Toursits can enjoy performances of Bach's music at the St. Thomas Church where Bach was once choir leader and is now buried. To add to all its historic sites like the Old Town Hall, the city has several impressive structures such as the Napoleonic Monument. One of Europe's largest town squares is situated at the central campus of Germany's second oldest university.

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