Brussels To Berlin: A European Journey

Manneken Pis or Atomium? Then they have arrived in Belgium's capital Brussels! The Manneken Pis is a fountain figure made of bronze, which is only about half a meter tall, but has been delighting people since 1650. In addition to the ancient buildings, Brussels is also known for its culinary, especially its fine chocolates, which are available in numerous chocolatiers. If enough buildings have been visited and the sweets extensively tested, a relaxing day can only be rounded off by a delicious beer. There are plenty of them in Brussels and as a beer lover you can choose your favorite beer from a selection of over 1,000 types. Whether Manneken Pis, Chocolatier or Leffe Blonde - in Brussels you will find everything your heart desires..

Manneken Pis or Atomium? Then they have arrived in Belgium's capital Brussels! The Manneken Pis is a fountain figure made of bronze, which is only about half a meter tall, but has been delighting people since 1650. In addition to the ancient buildings, Brussels is also known for its culinary, especially its fine chocolates, which are available in numerous chocolatiers. If enough buildings have been visited and the sweets extensively tested, a relaxing day can only be rounded off by a delicious beer. There are plenty of them in Brussels and as a beer lover you can choose your favorite beer from a selection of over 1,000 types. Whether Manneken Pis, Chocolatier or Leffe Blonde - in Brussels you will find everything your heart desires..

Whether you visit the famous Centraal Museum for ancient and modern art or prefer to discover the provincial capital on a leisurely canal tour from the water - the historic architecture and the many lovingly restored houses will inspire you.In the center of the landmark unmistakably watches over the city, the 112 m high Utrecht Cathedral. It was built between 1321 and 1382 and is considered the oldest and highest church tower in the Netherlands. If you climb the 465 steps, you will be rewarded with a fantastic view.If you like it more contemplative, just take a nice stroll through the alleys and typical Nierderland courtyards, for which Utrecht is known. Or how about a visit to the colorful flower market? Utrecht is always worth a visit.

Whether you visit the famous Centraal Museum for ancient and modern art or prefer to discover the provincial capital on a leisurely canal tour from the water - the historic architecture and the many lovingly restored houses will inspire you.In the center of the landmark unmistakably watches over the city, the 112 m high Utrecht Cathedral. It was built between 1321 and 1382 and is considered the oldest and highest church tower in the Netherlands. If you climb the 465 steps, you will be rewarded with a fantastic view.If you like it more contemplative, just take a nice stroll through the alleys and typical Nierderland courtyards, for which Utrecht is known. Or how about a visit to the colorful flower market? Utrecht is always worth a visit.

Franeker (West Frisian: Frjentsjer) is a historic city in the province of Friesland, Netherlands, renowned for its rich academic history and the world's oldest working planetarium. It is one of the eleven historical Frisian cities and serves as the capital of the Waadhoeke municipality.

The university city of Groningen in the Netherlands is the largest city in the north of the country with over 200,000 inhabitants. Its streets and squares invite you to stroll with buildings worth seeing such as the grain exchange, the city hall, the synagogue or some old town houses. Along canal A in the old harbor district you can also still find many well-preserved warehouses. During a visit to a café, the hustle and bustle on the water and on the shore can be observed here in a relaxed manner..   For those who want to enjoy a view over the city, a climb up the Martinitoren is recommended. The associated Martinikerk on the market square Grote Markt is the oldest and also the largest house of worship in Groningen. Museum lovers also get their money's worth in the city. The Groninger Museum impresses not only with the extensive collection of exhibits, but also with its exceptional architecture.

The university city of Groningen in the Netherlands is the largest city in the north of the country with over 200,000 inhabitants. Its streets and squares invite you to stroll with buildings worth seeing such as the grain exchange, the city hall, the synagogue or some old town houses. Along canal A in the old harbor district you can also still find many well-preserved warehouses. During a visit to a café, the hustle and bustle on the water and on the shore can be observed here in a relaxed manner..   For those who want to enjoy a view over the city, a climb up the Martinitoren is recommended. The associated Martinikerk on the market square Grote Markt is the oldest and also the largest house of worship in Groningen. Museum lovers also get their money's worth in the city. The Groninger Museum impresses not only with the extensive collection of exhibits, but also with its exceptional architecture.

Leer is a historic town in Lower Saxony, Germany, located approximately 17–21 kilometers (10–13 miles) north of Papenburg. Often called the "Gateway to East Frisia," it is known for its maritime heritage, tea culture, and well-preserved Old Town.

Papenburg is located in the Emsland region of Lower Saxony and is home to around 35,000 people. The German city is best known for its well-preserved old town area. Numerous canals run through it, which have led to the nickname "Venice of the North". Around the main canal located here, there are stores with souvenirs, decorative items, clothing and much more. Also the gastronomic offer at the popular promenade leaves nothing to be desired. If you have enough time, you can explore the city from the water and take part in a harbor tour. It offers special insights into the architecture and history of the city. One of the oldest buildings in Papenburg is the Bockwindmühle. It was built in 1709 and is one of the most visited sights in the city area. Also exciting is a visit to the Meyer Werft shipyard located here with its own exhibition on shipbuilding.

Papenburg is located in the Emsland region of Lower Saxony and is home to around 35,000 people. The German city is best known for its well-preserved old town area. Numerous canals run through it, which have led to the nickname "Venice of the North". Around the main canal located here, there are stores with souvenirs, decorative items, clothing and much more. Also the gastronomic offer at the popular promenade leaves nothing to be desired. If you have enough time, you can explore the city from the water and take part in a harbor tour. It offers special insights into the architecture and history of the city. One of the oldest buildings in Papenburg is the Bockwindmühle. It was built in 1709 and is one of the most visited sights in the city area. Also exciting is a visit to the Meyer Werft shipyard located here with its own exhibition on shipbuilding.

With about 170,000 inhabitants, Oldenburg, located on the Weser tributary Hunte and about 50 kilometers east of Bremen, is the largest city in northwestern Lower Saxony. The charming urban area is embedded in a landscape defined by moderately hilly Geest, moors and marshlands. As a residential city and government metropolis of sovereign and semi-sovereign state entities such as the Grand Duchy (1814 - 1918) or the Free State (1918 - 1946), the Hunte port city was and is of great historical importance for its region. A significance that visitors to Oldenburg can trace on a tour of the city center. At the top of the list of historically significant sights is Oldenburg Castle. Built in the Middle Ages and rebuilt several times, it is now a museum that invites visitors to stroll through the history of the monarchy, cultural history and art. But also the old bell tower Lappan (15th century), one of the landmarks of the university town, and the oldest town house, the Schlaue Haus (16th century), which today serves on the Schlossplatz as a state-of-the-art event center for technology knowledge, are definitely worth a visit.

With about 170,000 inhabitants, Oldenburg, located on the Weser tributary Hunte and about 50 kilometers east of Bremen, is the largest city in northwestern Lower Saxony. The charming urban area is embedded in a landscape defined by moderately hilly Geest, moors and marshlands. As a residential city and government metropolis of sovereign and semi-sovereign state entities such as the Grand Duchy (1814 - 1918) or the Free State (1918 - 1946), the Hunte port city was and is of great historical importance for its region. A significance that visitors to Oldenburg can trace on a tour of the city center. At the top of the list of historically significant sights is Oldenburg Castle. Built in the Middle Ages and rebuilt several times, it is now a museum that invites visitors to stroll through the history of the monarchy, cultural history and art. But also the old bell tower Lappan (15th century), one of the landmarks of the university town, and the oldest town house, the Schlaue Haus (16th century), which today serves on the Schlossplatz as a state-of-the-art event center for technology knowledge, are definitely worth a visit.

The city of Bremen, together with its northern offshoot Bremerhaven, forms the smallest German federal state. The focal point and landmark of Germany's eleventh-largest city is Bremen's Roland, a statue of Roland on the central market square, which was erected in 1404. The Roland stands directly in front of the Gothic-style Bremen Town Hall, together with which it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. At the town hall, visitors will also find the Bremen Town Musicians, who are famous far beyond the city limits and are not just a great photo opportunity. Touching the donkey's front legs is said to make a wish come true. On the Schlachte, the historic waterfront promenade on the Weser, guests can end their visit with a leisurely stroll or in one of the many bars, cafés and restaurants.

The city of Bremen, together with its northern offshoot Bremerhaven, forms the smallest German federal state. The focal point and landmark of Germany's eleventh-largest city is Bremen's Roland, a statue of Roland on the central market square, which was erected in 1404. The Roland stands directly in front of the Gothic-style Bremen Town Hall, together with which it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. At the town hall, visitors will also find the Bremen Town Musicians, who are famous far beyond the city limits and are not just a great photo opportunity. Touching the donkey's front legs is said to make a wish come true. On the Schlachte, the historic waterfront promenade on the Weser, guests can end their visit with a leisurely stroll or in one of the many bars, cafés and restaurants.

In Nienburg in Lower Saxony, 1,000-year-old urban history and modernity meet. The cityscape is characterized by half-timbered houses and brick walls, but the approximately 32,000 inhabitants live here in the economic and cultural center of the region. The historic old town invites visitors to stroll and explore. History buffs and gourmets alike get their money's worth. Nienburg is known for asparagus, which is given its place in the city by the asparagus fountain as well as the Lower Saxony Asparagus Museum.   Another tourist highlight is the weekly market, which takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays. In 2008, it was named "Europe's most beautiful weekly market" by the "Lebendige Stadt" foundation. The Nienburg Bear Trail is a city tour that leads to 32 sights. These include the historic town hall, parts of which date back to the 14th century, the 18th-century Stadtkontor, and the parish church of St. Martin with its 72-meter tower. Incidentally, the painted bear paws that mark the tour are part of the town's coat of arms.

In Nienburg in Lower Saxony, 1,000-year-old urban history and modernity meet. The cityscape is characterized by half-timbered houses and brick walls, but the approximately 32,000 inhabitants live here in the economic and cultural center of the region. The historic old town invites visitors to stroll and explore. History buffs and gourmets alike get their money's worth. Nienburg is known for asparagus, which is given its place in the city by the asparagus fountain as well as the Lower Saxony Asparagus Museum.   Another tourist highlight is the weekly market, which takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays. In 2008, it was named "Europe's most beautiful weekly market" by the "Lebendige Stadt" foundation. The Nienburg Bear Trail is a city tour that leads to 32 sights. These include the historic town hall, parts of which date back to the 14th century, the 18th-century Stadtkontor, and the parish church of St. Martin with its 72-meter tower. Incidentally, the painted bear paws that mark the tour are part of the town's coat of arms.

Minden is a picturesque city in the northeast of North Rhine-Westphalia with 81,000 inhabitants. The town with a long history nestles directly on the Weser River and has many buildings worth seeing in a small area. These date back to its past as a bishop's seat, a fortress town and a Hanseatic city with stacking rights. The cityscape is mainly characterized by the large cathedral with Gothic and Romanesque components, which was founded in the eighth century. Also worth seeing are the many half-timbered houses in the old town, especially in Hohe Strasse and Museum Row. Among the special features is also a coffee museum and a ship mill, which is located directly on the shore.

Minden is a picturesque city in the northeast of North Rhine-Westphalia with 81,000 inhabitants. The town with a long history nestles directly on the Weser River and has many buildings worth seeing in a small area. These date back to its past as a bishop's seat, a fortress town and a Hanseatic city with stacking rights. The cityscape is mainly characterized by the large cathedral with Gothic and Romanesque components, which was founded in the eighth century. Also worth seeing are the many half-timbered houses in the old town, especially in Hohe Strasse and Museum Row. Among the special features is also a coffee museum and a ship mill, which is located directly on the shore.

Our insider tip: Hanover! Let yourself be enchanted by the charm and the chilled atmosphere of Hanover! Stroll over markets and through the alleys of the old town, recharge your batteries in the greenery, for example around the Maschsee or in the city forest Eilenriede. Hanover is a city of short distances - maybe rent a bike and let yourself drift relaxed from one district to the next. Along the Ihme, an idyllic bike path connects the Maschsee and the trendy district of Linden with its popular Saturday market, many small individual stores, boutiques, restaurants and cafés.

Our insider tip: Hanover! Let yourself be enchanted by the charm and the chilled atmosphere of Hanover! Stroll over markets and through the alleys of the old town, recharge your batteries in the greenery, for example around the Maschsee or in the city forest Eilenriede. Hanover is a city of short distances - maybe rent a bike and let yourself drift relaxed from one district to the next. Along the Ihme, an idyllic bike path connects the Maschsee and the trendy district of Linden with its popular Saturday market, many small individual stores, boutiques, restaurants and cafés.

Northwest of Braunschweig, right next to the district town of Peine, Wendeburg is located in Lower Saxony in the middle of the northern German meadow and farmland landscapes. Agriculture, as the Farmhouse Museum still shows today, shaped the lives of people throughout the centuries. The gray tower of St. Mary's Church looks back on countless generations of rural life in the north. Today, visitors are drawn to the open-air swimming pool on warm summer days. Bicycle tours through the Peiner Land crisscross the town, and at the harbor, maritime flair beckons with a paddle tour or a look at the buildings of the old water mills. If the sky closes in, the shopping center with cozy cafes and the latest trends in the displays of the boutiques is recommended.

Northwest of Braunschweig, right next to the district town of Peine, Wendeburg is located in Lower Saxony in the middle of the northern German meadow and farmland landscapes. Agriculture, as the Farmhouse Museum still shows today, shaped the lives of people throughout the centuries. The gray tower of St. Mary's Church looks back on countless generations of rural life in the north. Today, visitors are drawn to the open-air swimming pool on warm summer days. Bicycle tours through the Peiner Land crisscross the town, and at the harbor, maritime flair beckons with a paddle tour or a look at the buildings of the old water mills. If the sky closes in, the shopping center with cozy cafes and the latest trends in the displays of the boutiques is recommended.

The town of Calvörde is located in northwestern Saxony-Anhalt and is about 50 kilometers north of Magdeburg. Calvörde is a quiet and idyllic town, but it is also quite lively. The oldest mention of the city dates back to 1046. Calvörde Saxony-Anhalt is extremely worth seeing and impresses with many historic buildings and sights. The market square is the center of Calvörde and here are also the oldest buildings of the city. The town hall was built in 1331 and is therefore the oldest building. The castle of Calvörde was built in the 15th century and is also very popular with tourists. In recent years it has been restored several times and now offers space for various exhibitions and events. If you want to learn more about the history of Calvörde, you should definitely visit the St. Wendelinus Church. This church dates back to the 11th century and is one of the oldest churches in Saxony-Anhalt.

The town of Calvörde is located in northwestern Saxony-Anhalt and is about 50 kilometers north of Magdeburg. Calvörde is a quiet and idyllic town, but it is also quite lively. The oldest mention of the city dates back to 1046. Calvörde Saxony-Anhalt is extremely worth seeing and impresses with many historic buildings and sights. The market square is the center of Calvörde and here are also the oldest buildings of the city. The town hall was built in 1331 and is therefore the oldest building. The castle of Calvörde was built in the 15th century and is also very popular with tourists. In recent years it has been restored several times and now offers space for various exhibitions and events. If you want to learn more about the history of Calvörde, you should definitely visit the St. Wendelinus Church. This church dates back to the 11th century and is one of the oldest churches in Saxony-Anhalt.

Brandenburg Stadt or Brandenburg an der Havel is a city in the north-east of Germany. It is especially known for its Gothic buildings. Among others, the old town hall or the Brandenburg Cathedral can be mentioned here. In addition, you can visit several other churches in Brandenburg city, such as St. Catherine's Church, St. Gotthard's Church or St. Nicholas Church. In addition, the city still the Industry Museum Brandenburg an der Havel, the archaeological museum Brandenburg, as well as the Psychiatry Museum of the Asklepios to offer.

Brandenburg Stadt or Brandenburg an der Havel is a city in the north-east of Germany. It is especially known for its Gothic buildings. Among others, the old town hall or the Brandenburg Cathedral can be mentioned here. In addition, you can visit several other churches in Brandenburg city, such as St. Catherine's Church, St. Gotthard's Church or St. Nicholas Church. In addition, the city still the Industry Museum Brandenburg an der Havel, the archaeological museum Brandenburg, as well as the Psychiatry Museum of the Asklepios to offer.

The capital of Brandenburg, Potsdam, is the most populous city in Brandenburg with about 180,000 inhabitants. However, Potsdam convinces primarily by a whole number of worthwhile sights, which even count to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. After all, the city was already in 1990 included in the so-called list of world cultural and natural heritage of mankind, because there is the largest German collection of world heritage sites. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city may also call itself a UNESCO film city. However, the most famous and important sights are definitely the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace park, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the Historic Mill.

The capital of Brandenburg, Potsdam, is the most populous city in Brandenburg with about 180,000 inhabitants. However, Potsdam convinces primarily by a whole number of worthwhile sights, which even count to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. After all, the city was already in 1990 included in the so-called list of world cultural and natural heritage of mankind, because there is the largest German collection of world heritage sites. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city may also call itself a UNESCO film city. However, the most famous and important sights are definitely the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace park, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the Historic Mill.

Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its rich history and modern significance, the city offers countless fascinating sights to explore. Among its most famous landmarks are the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. Berlin is also home to all major government buildings – most notably the Reichstag, with its striking glass dome, which is well worth a visit. You can also discover sites of great historical importance such as Checkpoint Charlie or the East Side Gallery, a preserved section of the Berlin Wall. And for shopping enthusiasts, the Kurfürstendamm – one of Berlin’s most iconic boulevards – offers a perfect mix of boutiques, cafés, and lively city flair.

Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its rich history and modern significance, the city offers countless fascinating sights to explore. Among its most famous landmarks are the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. Berlin is also home to all major government buildings – most notably the Reichstag, with its striking glass dome, which is well worth a visit. You can also discover sites of great historical importance such as Checkpoint Charlie or the East Side Gallery, a preserved section of the Berlin Wall. And for shopping enthusiasts, the Kurfürstendamm – one of Berlin’s most iconic boulevards – offers a perfect mix of boutiques, cafés, and lively city flair.