Northern Germany has a sea - even two: the Baltic and the North. And there are resorts where it can be hot in summer too, but this is not the most important thing. Because besides the beaches, there are a lot of interesting things. The Germans themselves call these places a smart luxury vacation. Georgy Kesoyan tried it and recommends six of the most convincing places

1. Hamburg

View of the port and St. Michael's Church, Hamburg

You should start with Hamburg already because it is home to the largest number of wealthy people in Germany. And you can already notice this from the cars on which the locals move. This metropolis has changed dramatically over the past ten years. A stunning new HafenCity has emerged here, adjoining the old port warehouses and built on a chain of islands along the Elbe River. Office centers are organically intertwined with elite residential areas and shops, creating a single modern ensemble in an eco-style. The main place in it is occupied by a grandiose concert hall Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, an ambitious project by the Swiss architectural firm Herzog & de Meuron. The construction of the building has not yet been completed, but in the future it will surely become a new symbol of the city. It is here that the famous Hamburg Ballet will move, headed by one of the most eminent and progressive contemporary choreographers, John Neumeier. Other new attractions in Hamburg include the salon of local designer Bettina Schönbach (bettinaschoenbach.com), who sews outfits for German Chancellor Angela Merkel. And, of course, you should visit the Deichgraf restaurant, where Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schroeder usually meet in a friendly manner.

2. Mecklenburg lakes

Written by Georgy Kesoyan on Lake Flesensee

A chain of stunningly beautiful lakes in Western Pomerania. The largest of them, Flesense, gave the name to the entire surrounding region. The swimming season here opens in mid-summer, but sailing is possible from early spring to late autumn. The best place to stay by the lake is the Iberotel Fleesensee (iberotel.de), which offers a wonderful view of the reservoir. The hotel has its own private sandy beach, a sailing jetty and free sun loungers on the beach. Very popular in these parts leisure... Germans really love to play sports. And this is especially noticeable in another nearby hotel, the Robinson Club Fleesensee (robinson-fleesensee.de). For guests there is a specially built indoor gym where you can play volleyball, tennis and badminton. There is also a small concert hall in which performances are periodically shown, where hotel workers and guests are involved as actors. The place is ideal for families with children.

3. Golf Club Golf & Country Club Fleesensee

The northern German states of Schleswig-Holstein and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are perhaps the most environmentally friendly places in all of Germany. These are purely agricultural areas. On the way, you will observe the windows of typical village landscapes, pastures and fields all the time. In some places along the highway there are windmills in placers. It is not surprising that it is in these areas that the largest complex of golf clubs in the country has appeared. One of the most prestigious Fleesensee Golf & Country Club (golfclub -fleesensee .de), located in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District. There is everything for relaxation here - magnificent fields, picturesque landscapes and stunningly built, young instructors. Stay at the cozy Schlosshotel Fleesensee (radissonblu .com), housed in a historic Baroque castle with a tower built in 1842. The hotel also has extensive golf courses. These places are gaining more and more popularity among the wealthy Scandinavian public, not prone to luxury, but preferring expensive, but modest comfort.

4. Travemünde

A resort town at the mouth of the Trave River, where it flows into the Baltic Sea. It is famous for its many kilometers of promenade and sandy beach, entirely lined with special, wooden sun loungers with a roof. The design is thought out for good reason. In summer, light rain in these parts can break off at any time, or even several times a day. But this does not at all prevent you from enjoying the view of the giant Scandinavian ferries passing by or the historic Passat brick moored on the opposite bank (inside which there is a museum). Fresh healing air from the sea has always attracted creative people prone to depression here. Nikolai Gogol, Edvard Munch and Gotthard Kuhl came to dispel the suffering in Travemuda. It is best to walk along the local promenade with a sandwich with excellent marinated young herring a la Matias or Bismarck, which are prepared in stalls on the shore.

5. Lübeck

River Trave, Lubeck

The center of this unique city practically unchanged from the middle of the 17th century, it is an architectural monument of the "brick Renaissance". Before the collapse of the Hansa trade union, it was one of the richest and most influential cities in the whole medieval Europe... But this greatness was visually embodied much more modestly than local merchants could afford. This is a special ethic that has survived in the city to this day. The name Lubeck itself is of Slavic origin. These places in ancient times were inhabited by the Slavs, who later mixed with the Germans. The surviving geographical names and the names of local Germans. The central landmark of the city, the Holstentor Gate, was built in the middle of the 15th century, is an example of late Gothic and at one time was printed on banknotes in denominations of fifty marks. Lubeck is also famous all over the world for its marzipan, the history of which can be found in the Lubeker Marzipanspeicher Museum-Shop. There are tall marzipan figures of historical figures involved in the history of this delicacy. Among them is the figure of the Russian empress, Alexandra Feodorovna (the Prussian princess Charlotte, who became the wife of the Russian Tsar Nicholas I). Writers Thomas Mann (the famous house, described in his novel "Buddenbrooks. The story of the death of one family, is located in the central square of the city) and Gunther Grass lived in Lubeck." Once in town, be sure to visit the Schiffergesellschaft tavern (schiffergesellschaft.com), which has served as a meeting place for the sailors' guild (the brotherhood of St. Nicholas) since the 15th century. This place has been preserved intact. On the walls are mosaic scenes from the Old Testament, models of old ships hang from the ceiling. Along the walls and in the middle of the hall, there were long massive oak benches and tables at which the members of the guild sat. The food on the menu is simple and hearty, and this is exactly what the seafarers preferred: fried flounder, potato casserole and vinaigrette with small shrimps from the North Sea.

Marzipan Museum, Lubeck

6. McArthurGlen Neumünster Designer Outlet

A city of brand shops located in Neumünster, 40 minutes from Hamburg and 30 minutes from Kiel (mcarthurglen.com/ru/). This place is very popular with buyers from Russia, since they are treated with special attention here. Items from the new collections of such designer brands as Furla, Gucci, Versace, Karl Lagerfeld, Polo Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Escada, Bruno Banani can be purchased here with a 70% discount. People who are serious about shopping can get stuck at the outlet for a couple of days. Relax and spend the night between consumption sessions, best in the original Hotel Altes Stahlwerk (altes-stahlwerk.com). A few years ago, it was rebuilt from several workshops of a steel factory, so very interesting industrial themes have been preserved in the design. The steel structures make it look like a museum of modern architecture. The hotel has a restaurant "1500 degrees Celsius", where you can taste original dishes on the theme of modern German cuisine.

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1. Schloss Neuschwanstein

Neuschwanstein Castle is a romantic castle of the Bavarian King Ludwig II near the town of Füssen and Hohenschwangau Castle in southwestern Bavaria, near the Austrian border.

2. Kölner Dom

Cologne Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral in Cologne. It ranks third in the list of the tallest churches in the world and is included in the list of World Cultural Heritage Sites.

3. Brandenburger Tor

The Brandenburg Gate, which celebrated its 225th anniversary, is the most famous symbol Berlin and Germany. For many years they served as a symbol of the divided Germany and Berlin, and after 1989 they became the embodiment of the reunification of the country.

4. Frauenkirche

Frauenkirche is a church in Dresden, one of the most significant Lutheran churches in the city. Built in the Baroque style at the direction of the Saxon Elector and King of Poland August the Strong in 1726-1743.

5. Altstadt Heidelberg

Heidelberg is located in the northwest of Baden-Württemberg and belongs to the few large German cities with preserved old buildings that were not affected by the bombing during the Second World War. Most of the sights are located in the Old Town, which has one of the largest pedestrian zones in Europe.

6. Hamburger Hafen / Fischmarkt

Hamburg is one of the largest port cities in Europe, located at the confluence of the Elbe River into the North Sea. The air here is directly saturated with the scent of freedom and distant countries... And on Sundays from 5 to 9:30 in the morning (at winter time from 7 a.m.) in the oldest market in Hamburg, they sell everything that your heart desires. From an old porcelain teapot to a quacking duck family, you can buy it all here, under the roof of a fish auction pavilion that is nearly 100 years old.

7. Zugspitze

The Zugspitze is the most high point in Germany, height - 2962 m. Located on the border with Austria, in the village of Grainau.

8. Schloss Sanssouci

Sanssouci is the most famous palace of Frederick the Great, located in the eastern part of the park of the same name in Potsdam. The palace was erected in 1745-1747 according to the design of the king himself.

9. Holstentor

Holstentor is Lübeck's medieval city gate on the northwest side of the inner city. Monument of the North European architectural style "brick Gothic".

10. Museumsinsel

Museum Island is the name given to the northern tip of the Spreeinsel Island on the Spree River in Berlin, home to a constellation of famous Berlin museums. Museum Island is a center of attraction for tourists and art lovers from all over the world. Since 1999, a unique architectural and cultural ensemble has been included in World heritage UNESCO.

Uncharted Germany: TOP-7 interesting towns

Germany is full of cities, each of which can rightfully be called the pearl of this country. TripMyDream has compiled a mini-guide for you on the most interesting of them, and today we will tell you which German towns you should visit first.

1. Trier

Want to see a city more than a thousand years older than Rome? Then go to Trier, because it was he who was once the capital of the Western Roman Empire. And although the empire no longer exists, the imperial baths, the amphitheater, the oldest Roman bridge in the country and the monumental Black Gate remind of the former glory and greatness today. Well, after a trip to the times of the ancient Romans, why not remember your childhood in the Toy Museum or take a walk to the Gillenbach and Sirzenischerbach waterfalls?

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Accommodation: average cost hotel room in Trier is€ 48-80 per night per person.

In hotels of a higher "star" rating, the price fluctuates within€ 72-112 per night.

How to get there: the closest major airport to Trier is in Luxembourg. From there, the city can be reached by bus or train. You can check the train schedule and buy a ticket .

If you are into medieval romance, be sure to visit Rothenburg an der Tauber. This city is famous for the fact that the local authorities (as well as the townspeople themselves) jealously preserve its appearance as a model. Xvii century. Here you will not find modern neighborhoods, office buildings or expressways. But there are quiet streets and half-timbered houses, so similar to those in the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, and every evening the city guard with a lantern and a halberd bypasses Old city so that later on Market square regale guests of Rothenburg with old urban legends.

You can feel the fully preserved medieval attributes of the city by choosing. The name speaks for itself: you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the city of eternal Christmas, taste air "snowballs" with a cup of coffee and visit the famous Museum of Christmas.

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When you are in Rothenburg, be sure to climb the Town Hall, from the observation deck of which you can see beautiful view to the city. And the building of the town hall itself deserves attention, as it combines elements of different architectural styles... And in the courtyard, you can find out what measures of weight and length were used by Rottenburgers in the Middle Ages. Take a look at the Christmas Museum (where else can you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of your favorite holiday at any time of the year ?!), and in the Starorothenburg House (built in 1270, by the way) you can learn about the life of urban artisans of those times.

Accommodation: in Rothenburg, everyone will find an apartment to their taste and wallet. The price per room in a 3-star hotel per night (per guest) ranges from€ 52 to € 95, you will have to pay a little more for a room in a 4-star hotel (on average from€ 80 to € 130). But if you wish, of course, you can find more budget options- from€ 36 per person per day.

How to get there: The nearest airport is in Nuremberg, and from there you can get to Rothenburg by train or bus in 1.5-2 hours.

Lubeck is interesting not only for its famous red-brick Gothic buildings, included in the UNESCO List of Historical Heritage, but also for the fact that this city is the recognized capital of German marzipans. Sweet tooth, take note! The first step is to visit Old Lubeck - a historical district located on the island. Visit its majestic cathedrals and churches, the ancient Holstein Gate, the Town Hall and, of course, the Marzipan Museum and the Puppet Museum. And finally - climb observation deck St. Peter's Church to admire the panorama of the city from above.

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Accommodation: you can rent accommodation in Lubeck at quite reasonable prices: a single room in a 3-star hotel costs on average€ 53-75, in 4-stars - from€ 62 to € 139 per night. You can find more budget options in 2-star hotels - from€ 51.

How to get there: The most profitable way to get from Ukraine to Lubeck is through Hamburg.

Bamberg is another small German "miracle", and not only because of the architectural beauty that survived the Second World War. This town on the Regnitz River conquers with its homely atmosphere and coziness. The Little Venice district, the old Town Hall, which keeps within its walls a rich collection of antique porcelain, a magnificent rose garden, majestic cathedrals and the real Altenburg fortress, sinks into the soul at first sight.

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Housing. In terms of housing, the city is very convenient. It can be found here as an inexpensive room in a mid-range hotel (€ 49-89 per night from one), and more respectable accommodation options in "star" hotels (such a pleasure will cost you on average€ 96-185). True, sometimes there are quite budget prices, even for apartments in 4-star hotels, so how lucky.

How to get there: You can get here by plane, but you will not have to fly to Bamberg itself (the city airport accepts only charter flights), but to neighboring Memmingen, Nuremberg or Frankfurt. And from there you can easily get to Bamberg by train. Usually the cheapest tickets to Memmingen are from Wizz Air.

This small German town on Lake Constance will charm you at first sight. Old streets and buildings in the historical part of the city, Old lock and the New Palace will take you to the past, and various museums (winemaking, urban history, airships and carpet weaving) will acquaint you with rich history Meersburg and will open it from different, sometimes unexpected sides.

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But the city has many more pleasant surprises! For example, in October, be sure to visit the Medieval Market, and in late November or early December - the Christmas market. If you are lucky enough to be in Meersburg from February to March, you can witness the local carnival, which takes place 6 weeks before Lent. In early May, the townspeople celebrate the Fish Festival, and from May to September several times a week the city orchestra plays for free for the guests of the city in Nizhny Meersburg. In June Palace Square turns into a stage for open-air concerts of rock and opera, and in early September the residents of Meersburg have fun at the Wine Festival. So you won't be bored, believe me!

Accommodation: in Meersburg you can rent a single room in a 3-4-star hotel for a price from€ 65 to € 100 per night. In more luxurious hotels, the cost of apartments ranges from€ 115 to € 140.

How to get there: The most convenient way to get here is by plane (the nearest airport is Friedrichshafen, FDH , 23 km from the city center). Another nearby air gate (39 km from the city) is the Altenrhein Airport (ACH) in Switzerland. If there are favorable tickets, we advise you to fly to Zurich.

Görlitz is not an easy city, because it is located in two states at the same time. You say, it can't be? And here it can! East End after the Second World War, the city separated and became part of Poland, where it remains to this day under the name Zgorzelec. But the western one remained in Germany - to the delight of the Germans and guests of the city.

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But although the city is small, there is plenty to do here. To begin with, you should visit the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul and listen to the local organ - the sound is simply amazing! Be sure to take a walk around the historic center... The buildings and the whole appearance of the old Görlitz have been preserved here as they were in the distant 1500s. Gothic, Renaissance, Art Nouveau - a motley mixture of styles and eras gives a unique flavor, immersing you in a magical atmosphere. You can see the city at a glance by going up to the observation deck of the hill Landeskrone and be sure to try the best beer from the local brewery Landskronbrauerei and visit the oldest museum in Germany, the Silesian Museum, where you can learn a lot about the history of Silesia.

Germany is one of the most beautiful and great countries in the world. Everyone who has been there or is just going to know that the most beautiful and fascinating cities are capitals and just big cities country. If you pay attention to the towns located 70-100 km from major cities you can have a lot of fun. Each country has its own secluded corners, where not many tourists have visited. If you want to get a lot of discoveries, then you should trust your imagination and intuition.

No matter how strange it may sound, it is the smallest cities in Germany that carry the historical past of the people of Germany. Small towns have preserved many castles and landmarks until modern times.

Most small city- Arnis.The total population is 280 people. Residents of the town probably know each other by sight and spend the biggest holidays as one big family.

Everyone knows the Treasury of the German Empire. The town of Nuremberg. This is a city with an unusual history. Although it is considered historical, at the same time it is quite modern. It contains a large number of monuments and architectures that reflect the modernity and historical heritage of Germany.

Nuremberg

You can improve your health in the resorts of the city of Bad Kreuznach. This city is famous for its mineral springs. And interesting fairs and colorful festivals will help to brighten up the treatment and improve the mood.

Bad Kreuznach

Bad Homburg is considered one of the most picturesque.... Dostoevsky and many other writers, as well as their muses, loved to visit this city. There are many healing springs in the city, many of which are considered to be drinking.

Bad Homburg

The small German town of Saalfeld is fragrant and flourishing... Despite its small territory, the city is famous for a large amount of ore and minerals. People are friendly and always smile, whether there is a reason or not. The prices are good, you can have a great vacation here. It became famous thanks to the Thuringian forest and mountains.

Saalfeld

Bamberg small town but very cozy... To walk around the city and visit all the sights, maybe one day will be enough. The town stands on 7 hills. The main attraction of Bamberg is the Rose Garden. In summer and autumn, the garden smells of the wonderful scent of roses. In winter, it offers a beautiful view of the city. Smoked beer is sold in Bamberg, it is worth trying, because you can find it only here.

Unlike Bamberg, the small town of Quedlinburg was practically destroyed... Cathedrals and churches are striking in their massiveness and beauty, and inside them it is famous for its unusual beauty and striking stained-glass windows. There are many museums in the city with excellent collections. One of the monastery churches of Stiftskirche has been rebuilt many times after its destruction. Unfortunately, convent St. Mary has not survived to our time, only ruins remained. The highlight of the city is the half-timbered houses.

Quedlinburg

German city of Neuruppin demonstrates a love of order and cleanliness. The city is divided into two parts - new and old. It is divided by Lake Ruppiner. Neuruppin is the city of flowers, that's why tourists come here.

Today's architectural structure, the miracle cathedral of St. Mary, is rightfully considered a tourist attraction. Fürstenwalde... The city began to form after the end of the Second World War. Guests of the city should definitely visit the zoo with more than 300 species of animals, especially the children will be happy.

In Oranienburg one of the first concentration camps was created, which was located almost in the center of the city. Currently, there is a monument to the victims of the fascist. The city is famous for its engineering and food industries.

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German cities with their centuries-old culture are very attractive for travelers. We have chosen the most beautiful city in Germany and we want to tell you about it.

Why the most beautiful

The most beautiful city in Germany, in our humble opinion, is Hamburg.

We have chosen carefully, based on two points. First, on a survey of foreign tourists conducted by the German National Tourism Committee. They identified the cities that attract tourists the most. One of the leaders is Hamburg.

Secondly, we took into account a survey among residents of German cities conducted by BAT Stiftung. They found out which city in Germany the inhabitants themselves consider the most beautiful. And now 93% of Hamburg residents answered that they live in the very beautiful city Germany.

Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany and the eighth largest city in the European Union. It is also the most populous non-capital city in the EU, with over 1.8 million inhabitants.

The city is located in the northern part of Germany and is one of the 16 federal states of Germany. It is notable for its unique combination of historical monuments, modern pubs and nightclubs.

It is the largest port city in Europe with beautiful ships and harbors. There are many parks in the city where you can enjoy walking.

And in Hamburg there are more than 30 theaters, 50 public and private museums, 6 music halls and 10 cabarets. The city is especially comfortable for traveling in summer.

Fact no. 1... The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg is the official name of the city. It got its name thanks to the first castle built in these places, erected by order of Emperor Charlemagne in 808. Today Hamburg is the cultural and economic center of Northern Germany.

Fact number 2... Hamburg is located at 755 square kilometers, its area is twice as large as London, and Paris - seven times.

Fact no. 3... There are approximately 30 square meters of living space per inhabitant of Hamburg. This is the largest average in the world.

Fact no. 4... Hamburg is one of the twenty largest ports in the world. The city is also called the "Gateway to the World": its port terminal accepts oil tankers from all major oil refineries in the world.

Anyway, the port of Hamburg is itself a popular tourist attraction. Its warehouses were built at the end of the 19th century, they stand on wooden piles driven into the bottom of the river.

Fact number 5... The whole city is cut by canals and is famous for its bridges. The last here are about 2500 pieces. This is more than Venice and Amsterdam combined.

Fact no. 6... Hamburg is the greenest city in Germany. 14% of the city is occupied by parks, gardens and nature reserves... And also half of the center is buried in greenery.

Fact number 7... There is not a single skyscraper in the city. This gives it a zest, it is difficult to find buildings that are higher than 10 floors. The authorities are trying to do a lot to preserve the landscape. So, around Lake Alster, buildings should be white with a red-brown roof.

Fact no. 8... In Hamburg, 15% of foreign residents are more than 250 thousand people. Representatives of 183 different countries live here.

Fact number 9... The legendary rock band The Beatles began their musical career in Hamburg in 1960-1962 in the Reeperbahn-St. Pauli district.

It is now the center nightlife city, red light district. On the street there are numerous nightclubs, discos, bars, sex shops, strip clubs, brothels, in short, the entire night industry.

Fact number 10... The Hamburg fish market is one of the largest and oldest in the world.

It has existed for over three centuries. More than 70 thousand people visit it every week. In the past, fishermen could only trade before the start of the church service. This tradition has survived to this day: the market is open from 5 to 10 am on Sundays.

Fact no. 11... The largest clock in Germany is located in the bell tower of the Church of St. Michael. There are 4 dials, each measuring 8 meters in diameter. The large arrow is almost five meters long, the small arrow is more than three and a half meters long, and each arrow weighs about 130 kilograms.

The numbers and hands of the clock are covered with gold leaf.

Fact no. 12... And, of course, the most known fact about Hamburg - the famous hamburger sandwich is named after him.

The sandwich got its name because it was from Hamburg that many emigrated to America. By the way, in German the word "hamburger" means someone from Hamburg or is an adjective describing something from Hamburg.

Perhaps this status, which we have assigned to Hamburg, will not seem entirely reliable to you) But it's great that you have your own most beautiful German city.

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