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Discover what makes Germany special on this trip through busy metropolises, where history and modernity meet in a combination of castles, museums, nightlife, and culture.

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About Frankfurt

<p>Frankfurt Am Main, less than 40 km from the Rhine, is first and foremost the financial center of Germany. The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, more than 400 years old, was established in 1585. Frankfurt&rsquo;s modern skyline with its many skyscrapers is what gave it the moniker: "Mainhatten&rdquo; which is obviously a portmanteau of the two words (Main, the river and New York&rsquo;s Manhattan). These tall buildings makes for a most impressive modern &ldquo;skyscraper skytline&rdquo; with its own &ldquo;twin towers&rdquo; of the Deutsche Bank, the Eurotower etc. &nbsp;Occasionally, there is a (free) Skyscraper Festival &ndash; so keep your eyes and ears open and perhaps there will be one this year or next year!</p>

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Frankfurt

Hesse, Germany

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About Cologne

<p>Nobody can remain indifferent to the spectacular <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/germany/north-rhine-westphalia/cologne/dom">Cologne Cathedral</a> (K&ouml;lner Dom). This renowned Gothic architectural marvel is also a symbol of the city and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996. As well, in Northern Europe it is seen as an important pilgrimage, as well as being one of the oldest. Its setting on the Rhine River adds to its status: a gateway to a unique city, bursting with a diversity of historical buildings, museums, churches, archeological sites, dynamic shopping areas, restaurants and redundant to say bars and beer houses. And of course, the renowned &ldquo;Eau de Cologne&rdquo;.&nbsp;</p>

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Cologne

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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About Hamburg

The second largest city in Germany and the eighth largest city in the European Union. A former member of the medieval Hanseatic League, as a free imperial city of the Holy Roman Empire.Today, Hamburg is a major transport hub and is one of the most affluent cities in Europe. Hamburg has architecturally significant buildings in a wide range of styles and only a few skyscrapers. Churches are important landmarks, such as St Nicholas', which for a short time in the 19th century was the world's tallest building. There are many parks distributed over the whole city, which makes Hamburg a very verdant city. The biggest parks are the Stadtpark, the Ohlsdorf Cemetery and Planten un Blomen.

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Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany

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About Berlin

<p>Berlin, which is the capital city of <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/Germany">Germany</a>, became the capital city after the reunification of Germany by Bismarck in 1871. The city is surrounded by nature reserves on both banks of the Spree River. It is a city-state with a rich and complicated history that invites the tourist to many experiences ranging from visiting historical sites, museums and architecture, through culture and cuisine to shopping, shopping, shopping.</p>

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Berlin

Berlin, Germany

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About Dresden

<p>Dresden is a city in Saxony, Germany. It is situated in a valley on the River Elbe, near the Czech border. Dresden has a long history as the capital and royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished the city with cultural and artistic splendor. The city was known as the Jewel Box, because of its baroque and rococo city center. After world war II restoration work has helped to reconstruct parts of the historic inner city, including the Katholische Hofkirche, the Semper Oper and the Dresdner Frauenkirche.</p>

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Dresden

Saxony, Germany

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About Nuremberg

Nuremberg was, according to the first documentary mention of the city in 1050, the location of a roman Imperial castle and is often referred to as having been the 'unofficial capital' of the Holy Roman Empire. Because of the city's relevance to the Holy Roman Empire and its position in the centre of Germany, the Nazi Party chose the city to be the site of huge Nazi Party conventions – the Nuremberg rallies. Between 1945 and 1946, German officials involved in war crimes and crimes against humanity were brought before an international tribunal in the Nuremberg Trials. Sites in Nuremberg include: Nuremberg Castle an Heilig-Geist-Spital, the largest hospital of the Middle Ages.

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Nuremberg

Bavaria, Germany

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About Munich

Munich is the capital and largest city of the German state of Bavaria. It is located on the River Isar north of the Bavarian Alps. Munich is home to many national and international authorities, major universities, major museums and theaters. Its numerous architectural attractions, international sports events, exhibitions, conferences and Oktoberfest attract considerable tourism. Since 2006, the city's motto has been "Munich loves you".

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Munich

Bavaria, Germany

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About Freiburg Im Breisgau

<p>Freiburg im Breisgau is a university city in the Black Forest in southwest <a href="https://www.routeperfect.com/Germany">Germany</a>. The name from the 14th century, comes from the German meaning &ldquo;Free Town&rdquo;. The Old City is &ldquo;air-conditioned&rdquo; by the Freiburg B&auml;chle (water-filled channels, streamlets) fed by the Dreisam River which &nbsp;rapidly &nbsp;flow down the streets, making the Freiburg B&auml;chle one of the city's best known landmarks.&nbsp;</p>

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Freiburg Im Breisgau

The Black Forest, Germany

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About Frankfurt

<p>Frankfurt Am Main, less than 40 km from the Rhine, is first and foremost the financial center of Germany. The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, more than 400 years old, was established in 1585. Frankfurt&rsquo;s modern skyline with its many skyscrapers is what gave it the moniker: "Mainhatten&rdquo; which is obviously a portmanteau of the two words (Main, the river and New York&rsquo;s Manhattan). These tall buildings makes for a most impressive modern &ldquo;skyscraper skytline&rdquo; with its own &ldquo;twin towers&rdquo; of the Deutsche Bank, the Eurotower etc. &nbsp;Occasionally, there is a (free) Skyscraper Festival &ndash; so keep your eyes and ears open and perhaps there will be one this year or next year!</p>

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Frankfurt

Hesse, Germany

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Jan 17th 2025, 8:00PM

Pink Floyd Tribute

Relive the mesmerizing psychedelia and progressive rock mastery with the Pink Floyd Tribute, the ultimate homage to the legendary band that redefined musical boundaries. With soaring solos and immersive light shows, they transport you straight into the heart of the '70s, echoing the profound narratives and sonic landscapes of Pink Floyd’s timeless catalog.

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Jan 10th - Jan 7th

Sister Act

Sister Act is a musical comedy about Deloris Van Cartier, a lounge singer who is forced to hide in a convent after witnessing a crime. She shakes up the quiet life of the nuns and brings music and laughter to the church. Through her hilarious antics and powerful singing, she helps the nuns find their voices and rekindle their faith.

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Jan 9th - Jan 8th

Sister Act

Sister Act is a musical comedy about Deloris Van Cartier, a lounge singer who is forced to hide in a convent after witnessing a crime. She shakes up the quiet life of the nuns and brings music and laughter to the church. Through her hilarious antics and powerful singing, she helps the nuns find their voices and rekindle their faith.

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Jan 15th 2025, 7:00PM

FRANKFURT - Neujahrskonzert - die schönsten Melodien aus Oper und Operette

"Opera Classica Europa begrüßt das neue Jahr in der Alten Oper Frankfurt und lässt die schönsten Melodien aus Oper und Operette erklingen, darunter „Dein ist mein ganzes Herz“, „Lippen schweigen“, „Das Wolgalied“, „Casta Diva“ oder „Nessun Dorma“. Große Namen der Opernwelt wie die Star-Sopranistin Elena Moșuc oder der Weltklasse-Tenor Martin Muehle, die bei diesem Neujahrskonzert auftreten, sind in der Regel nicht gemeinsam an einem Abend zu erleben. Ebenso werden der Gesamtsieger des 1. Operngesangswettbewerbs zu Ehren von Romana Vaccaro, der Bariton Hongyu Chen und einige weitere Opernsolisten/innen zu hören sein. Die rumänische Koloratursopranistin Elena Moșuc ist regelmäßiger Gast an allen großen Opernhäusern der Welt. Sie arbeitete mit namhaften Dirigenten wie Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Christoph von Dohnányi oder Gustavo Dudamel zusammen. Bereits seit Beginn ihrer Weltkarriere ist die Künstlerin besonders eng mit dem Opernhaus Zürich verbunden. Ebenso brillierte sie als Violetta in „La Traviata“ an der Mailänder Scala, der Bayerischen Staatsoper sowie in der Arena di Verona. Zudem begeisterte sie als Gilda in Verdis ""Rigoletto"" an der Wiener Staatsoper. Die stimmlichen Fähigkeiten und die dramatische Intensität der anspruchsvollsten Partien für Tenöre sind ein besonderes Markenzeichen des deutsch-brasilianischen Tenors Martin Muehle. Von 2013 bis 2015 war er Ensemblemitglied des Nationaltheaters Mannheim, wo man ihn in fast allen großen Partien von Verdi, Puccini und andern erleben konnte. Gastspiele führten Martin Muehle außerdem an große Häuser wie die Opéra Bastille Paris, die Oper Leipzig, das Teatro Municipial do Rio de Janeiro sowie an das Teatro Municipal São Paulo. (Opera Classica Europa)"

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Jan 12th 2025, 8:00PM

FRANKFURT - Die Unfassbaren - Magic Comedy & Hypnose Show

"Erlebt ein Spektakel der Extraklasse, wenn Magier Ben David und Hypnotiseur Christo gemeinsam die Bühne betreten! Ihre einzigartige Show, aus einer Mischung aus Magie, Comedy und Hypnose, wird Euch in eine Welt voller Wunder und Überraschungen entführen. Die beiden Ausnahmetalente machen das Unmögliche möglich und ziehen Euch hautnah in ihren Bann. Erwartet eine interaktive Show, die für alle Altersgruppen geeignet ist und Unterhaltung für die ganze Familie bietet. Lasst Euch von Ben David mit seinen atemberaubenden Zaubertricks verblüffen und von Christo in tranceähnliche Zustände versetzen. Keine Show ist wie die andere, denn jeden Abend fügt das erfolgreiche Duo ein neues Kapitel hinzu - und Ihr seid mittendrin im Geschehen! Über 75.000 Fans wurden bereits verzaubert. Werde auch Du Teil dieser unvergesslichen Erfahrung."

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Jan 11th 2025, 7:30PM

FRANKFURT - Der große Jacques-Offenbach-Abend

Erleben Sie einen schwungvollen und auch besinnlichen Abend mit den schönsten Arien, Duetten und Szenen aus weltbekannten Opern und Operetten wie „Orpheus in der Unterwelt“, „Pariser Leben“, „Hoffmanns Erzählungen“, „Die Großherzogin von Gerolstein“ und vieles mehr.

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Jan 4th 2025, 9:00PM

FRANKFURT - Ü30 - 90er&2000er Party

"Endlich findet die 90er&2000er Party für alle ab 30 Jahren auch in Frankfurt statt! Feier mit Deinen Besties den Vibe von 1990 bis 2010 Heute feiern wir die beiden Kult Jahrzehnte mit allen Genres und allen großen Hits im Mix: Von Coco Jambo bis Linking Park I Von Backstreet Boys bis Eminem I Von Angels bis Gangnam Style Von Vengaboys bis David Guetta I Von Atzen bis Lady Gaga I Von Samba de Janeiro bis Avicii und noch viel mehr! Hier kommen alle Geschmäcker auf Ihre Kosten! Aber das Beste ist: Ganz ohne Teenies - Einlass mit Ausweiskontrolle erst ab 30 Jahren "

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Jan 4th 2025, 7:30PM

FRANKFURT - Der Zauberer von Oz - Somewhere Over The Rainbow

"Die fantastische Geschichte, in der ein Mädchen von einer Farm in Kansas über den Regenbogen reist, um die magische Kraft der Heimat zu entdecken, unterhält das Publikum seit Generationen. Ein Wirbelsturm fegt Dorothy und ihren Hund Toto in das magische Land Oz. Um wieder nach Hause zu kommen, muss Dorothy den Zauberer von Oz finden. Gemeinsam mit einer Vogelscheuche, einem Blechmann und einem Löwen macht sie sich auf den Weg. Vielleicht aber wartet Hilfe am Ende dort, wo man sie nicht erwartet und der Weg nach Hause ist nur in sich selbst zu finden. . „Der Zauberer von Oz“ von L. Frank Baum ist Amerikas wohl berühmteste Märchenerzählung, die durch die Verfilmung mit der jungen Judy Garland (1939) weltweit Kultstatus erhielt. Das bekannteste Lied daraus, „Over The Rainbow“ von Harold Arlen und Yip Harburg, wurde 1940 mit dem Oscar ausgezeichnet."

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Best German Cities
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Frankfurt, Germany
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

1.1
Eltz Castle
1.2
Koblenz
1.3
Mainz
1.4
The Lorelei, Sankt-Goarshausen
1.5
Pfalzgrafenstein Castle
1.6
Rudesheim am Rhein
1.7
Hanau
1.8
Marburg
1.9
Cochem
1.10
Duesseldorf
2.
Cologne, Germany
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

2.1
Lueneburg
2.2
Celle
2.3
Hermannsdenkmal
2.4
Braunschweig
2.5
Hamelin
2.6
Kassel
2.7
Bonn
2.8
Marburg
2.9
Lauenburg
2.10
Wewelsburg
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Hamburg, Germany
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

3.1
Lauenburg
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Schwerin
3.3
The Mecklenburg Lakes, Mecklenburgische-Seenplatte
3.4
Muritz National Park
3.5
Rostock
3.6
Aussenalster Lake
3.7
Warnemuende
3.8
Magdeburg
3.9
Celle
3.10
Lubeck
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Berlin, Germany
3 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

4.1
Tropical Islands Resort
4.2
Spreewald, Lubbenau
4.3
Grosser Mueggelsee
4.4
Potsdam
4.5
Erholungspark Marzahn
4.6
Grunewald Forest
4.7
Pfaueninsel
4.8
Worlitz Park, Worlitz
4.9
Halle
4.10
Oranienbaum Palace
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Dresden, Germany
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

5.1
Bamberg
5.2
Plassenburg Castle
5.3
Leipzig
5.4
Waldsassen Basilica
5.5
Coburg
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Nuremberg, Germany
1 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

6.1
Erdinger Brewery
6.2
Regensburg
6.3
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
6.4
Furstenfeld Abbey
6.5
Augsburg
6.6
Bamberg
6.7
Noerdlingen
6.8
Bavaria Film Studio
6.9
Legoland Deutschland
6.10
Tegernsee
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Munich, Germany
2 nights

En-route: Attaractions on the way.

7.1
Legoland Deutschland
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Lake Constance
7.3
Reichenau
7.4
Mainau Island
7.5
Feldberg, Feldberger Hof
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Freiburg Im Breisgau, Germany
2 nights

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8.1
Wiesbaden
8.2
Badische Wine Road
8.3
Mainz
8.4
Speyer
8.5
Villa Ludwigshoehe
8.6
Worms
8.7
Stuttgart
8.8
Schwetzingen Palace Gardens
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Frankfurt, Germany
1 nights