On this page we show you the most beautiful and biggest cities in Chile.
Java
Java is an island located relatively centrally in Indonesia. It is home to the capital Jakarta. In terms of landscape, Java, which belongs to the large Sunda Islands, is characterized mainly by some still active volcanoes and crater lakes, which were formed by volcanic eruptions. But also jungle and savannah ...
Honshu
Japan's main island is also the country's largest and most densely populated. More than 100 million people live densely packed in the valleys between the volcanoes. Among them is the famous Mount Fuji, which with its 3,776 meters is visible all the way to Tokyo. The island is divided into five regions: ...
Sulawesi
Sulawesi is one of the largest islands in the world. Although it is still untouched by mass tourism, it has many attractions. In the Bogani Nani Wartabone National Park you will find a great variety of plants and animals and you can even spend the night in nature. In addition, ...
Istanbul
Istanbul is a metropolis on two continents. Located on a strait between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea, the city on the Bosphorus stretches over a European and an Asian part. A total of 39 districts are spread over two continents. More than two thirds of Istanbul's population lives in the ...
New York
New York City, also known as "The Big Apple", is the most populous city in the United States and is located in New York State. The city is a global business, cultural and entertainment center and boasts many famous landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Times Square, the Statue ...
Rio de Janeiro
In Rio de Janeiro life is raging. The city has a thousand faces and the samba is the blood that flows through its veins. Order and chaos lie very close together and even the belief in God and the permissiveness at the carnival are not opposites in the Brazilian metropolis. ...
Hokkaido
The northernmost island of Japan is considered a true winter wonderland, with world-famous ski resorts and hot springs. The island's capital, Sapporo, became known to a wider public through the Winter Olympics. The ancient Ainu culture sets Hokkaido's population apart from that of other Japanese islands. Many inhabitants still practice ...
Sicily
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and one of the most beautiful regions of Italy. The crystal clear water is perfect for a beach vacation and there are numerous cultural treasures like amphitheaters and ruins of temples and places worth seeing. At the forefront are Palermo, the island's ...
Bali
Bali is a relatively small island, covering only about 5700 km². Nevertheless, it combines an impressive variety of attractions, which explains the popularity of the island among tourists. Particularly spectacular are the natural spectacles that Bali has to offer: Gigantic volcanoes - for example the Gunung Agung with an elevation of 3000 ...
Shikoku
Shikoku is the second smallest of Japan's five main islands and offers its visitors incredible diversity. Exuberant nature, impressive cultural sites and deep spirituality form an unbreakable unity on Shikoku. Those who want to discover Japan in all its depth and diversity will experience impressively on this island how modernity ...
Berlin
City, country, river: Berlin combines all three points. The German capital is also a federal state and its landscape is dominated by the Spree River and its forests. In the center of Berlin, Germany was once divided and found its way back together peacefully with the fall of the Berlin ...
Lombok
Lombok is a neighboring island of Bali and is becoming increasingly popular with visitors due to its equally impressive natural diversity. Therefore, the number of hotels or hostels is also constantly increasing. In the south of the island, beach lovers feel especially at home: snow-white sandy beaches and crystal clear ...
Rome
Rome, the "Eternal City", is not only considered the cradle of Western civilization, but also a treasure trove of world history. From the ancient ruins of the Colosseum to the atmospheric piazzas, an incomparable blend of historical heritage and vibrant Italian lifestyle awaits you.
Antalya
Antalya is the center of the Turkish Riviera. Many tourists reach the beautiful vacation region via the city's international airport. Worth seeing is the old town narrow, winding streets invite you to stroll. From the port of the city you can enjoy an uplifting view of the Mediterranean Sea. The ...
Paris
City of love: If any metropolis deserves this description, it is Paris. The French capital on the Seine still magically attracts lovers; many writers and artists have found their personal muse there.
In the world of business, however, Paris is regarded above all as an influential fashion center. Anyone who ...
Vienna
Have you seen Vienna at night, have you experienced it?" sang Reinhard Fendrich in the 80s - an ode to Austria's capital. For older visitors, Vienna's nightlife takes place primarily in the Heurigen, the original Viennese wine taverns, while Vienna's chill-out scene, which is appreciated all over the world, attracts ...
Hamburg
The proximity to the sea can be felt everywhere in the northern German port and trading city of Hamburg - whether along the numerous waterways, whose height is even influenced by the tides, in the brick-dominated Speicherstadt, at the fish market with its market criers or at the extensive harbor.
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Barcelona
Shopping, beach, culture and architecture - Barcelona leaves nothing to be desired and is suitable for both short trips and longer cultural trips. The city's artistic treasures range from archaeological relics from Roman antiquity to the unmistakable architecture of the artist Antoni Gaudi, who has realized himself in several of ...
Sardinia
The second largest Mediterranean island promises long sandy beaches, crystal clear water and beautiful towns with narrow streets. While seaside vacationers can spend their days at the beach and sports enthusiasts can let off steam with water sports or other activities, hiking fans will get their money's worth in the ...
Stockholm
Discover Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, with us. Built on 14 islands, it is also known as the "city between the bridges" or the "Venice of the North".
Munich
If there were an award for a "cozy metropolis", Munich would probably be the first metropolis to receive this seal. Bavarian cordiality, local and Mediterranean gastronomy, art treasures from several centuries and unique architecture come together here.
This can also be enjoyed acoustically: The carillon of the neo-Gothic New City ...
Prague
The Czech capital Prague is well known to James Bond fans: In "Casino Royale" several scenes take place in the capital of the Czech Republic. Situated on the Vltava River, Prague bewitches with a romantic but also impressive backdrop in a style mix of baroque and gothic architecture and is ...
Okinawa
Okinawa Hontō, the main island of Okinawa Prefecture, formed the center of the Ryukyu Kingdom in historic Japan. It is considered a regional transportation hub and is the most densely populated island in the region. Certainly, Okinawa can not be explored within one day, but the holidaymaker can expect a ...
Brussels
The fate of Europe is decided in Brussels. But anyone who reduces the Belgian capital to its famous parliament is doing it an injustice. Whether the Atomium, the botanical gardens or the Marollen district with its antique dealers: In Brussels, modernity and the past come together and provide lively variety.
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Cologne
Hardly any other major German city conveys a similar attitude to life as the metropolis on the Rhine. In addition to the unique Gothic cathedral, you will discover numerous exhibitions and galleries worth seeing. The Roman-Germanic Museum gives you an interesting insight into Cologne's rich Roman heritage. For art lovers, ...
Naples
The famous port city at the foot of the volcano Vesuvius offers something for everyone: Beach vacations, shopping tours and the enjoyment of Italian culinary delights are just as possible here as a journey into the past. Archaeological finds and an old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, ...
Turin
Turin was not only once Italy's provisional capital, but is also one of its most important university cities and much more than the headquarters of the Fiat Group. Bordered by the Alps to the west, Turin forms the center of Piedmont and is reminiscent of neighboring France in its baroque ...
Marseille
In the southern French port city of Marseille, a variety of cultural influences come together in an exciting mix. Founded by seafarers in the 6th century BC, Marseille was already a city where immigrants from all over the world made their home. The old Vieux-Port harbor is still a focal ...
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is considered tolerant, colorful and alternative: In the capital of the Netherlands, the motto is "live and let live". Individualists get their money's worth here, as do artists, adventurers, lovers and culture lovers. The city's canal system is architecturally unique: numerous waterways run along narrowly built, characteristic gabled houses ...
Zagreb
Croatia's capital Zagreb is located in the northwest of the country. The city is characterized in particular by its landmark, the cathedral with the twin towers. The St. Mark's Church is also very well known. It stands out with its strikingly colorful roof. Visitors can experience colorful hustle and bustle ...
Frankfurt
"Mainhattan" is the affectionate nickname for Frankfurt am Main. The capital of Hesse owes it to its skyline, which is reminiscent of New York. The skyscrapers of the city center form Frankfurt's banking district and can be seen from far away.
But Frankfurt offers much more than its skyline: Goethe's ...
Washington, D.C.
Washington is the capital of the United States. The city does not belong to any state, but is an independent federal district, also called District of Columbia. It is located on the east coast of the USA between the states of Maryland and Virginia. The history of the city begins ...
Oslo
Until the 20th century, the Norwegian capital Oslo was still called Christiania, named after the Danish King Christian IV. It was he who had the former Oslo rebuilt after it had burned down in the 17th century. He decided on the characteristic checkerboard pattern that still characterizes the metropolis today. ...
Athens
In Athens, the capital of Greece, antiquity and modernity combine to form an exciting melting pot on volcanic bedrock. Already in ancient times, Athens was the center of political and cultural activity of the Greek Empire. Even today, several well-preserved monuments tell of this era and attract tourists in droves ...
Palermo
The capital of Sicily has a historic old town and impressive architecture: countless buildings recall the moving history and reflect the influences of the Arabs, Normans and other peoples. In addition, there is the sea, beautiful beaches and lively street markets.
Helsinki
Finland's capital inspires with its varied architecture, the relaxed attitude to life of its inhabitants and the special closeness to nature. The "green city by the sea" is surrounded by forests, lakes and beaches and is also the political, economic and cultural center of Finland.
Stuttgart
Stuttgart is the capital of the German state of Baden-Württemberg and home to Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Both car brands operate their own museum. But even those who are less interested in cars will find a suitable museum to visit in Stuttgart: Works by Rubens, Rembrandt, Monet and Cézanne ...
Riga
"Pearl of the Baltics" is the affectionate name given to the Latvian capital Riga, which has become a sought-after destination for short trips. Once an important trading hub, Riga is now a multicultural center with a lively nightlife.
Because of its exceptionally well-preserved Old Town with its medieval buildings, magnificent ...
Düsseldorf
The capital of North Rhine-Westphalia attracts numerous visitors with its diverse exclusive shopping opportunities and the "longest counter in the world". On the famous Königsallee, affectionately known as the "Kö", you will find the fashion brands of all well-known designers. Even a mere window shopping becomes an experience. Afterwards, ...
Gothenburg
The old port and trading city of Gothenburg on Sweden's west coast has always been the country's gateway to the world. This is where money was made, from where explorers and entrepreneurs made their journeys, bringing back riches and news.
Today, Sweden's second largest city is a cosmopolitan and lively ...
Copenhagen
The Danish capital Copenhagen offers its visitors not only great sights but also a very special flair that comes from the sympathetic serenity and friendliness of its inhabitants.
Leipzig
For many, Leipzig is considered the "new" Berlin: young, hip, alternative. At the same time, the city in the state of Saxony has a lot of history to offer: A beautiful historic city center with Old Town Hall built in Renaissance style, St. Thomas Church with the burial place of ...
Dortmund
This city in the Ruhr region will be familiar to all soccer fans, as it is home to the Borussia Dortmund soccer club. During more than 100 air raids during World War II, the historic city center was almost completely destroyed and today features a cityscape characterized by post-war buildings. However, ...
Essen
The former coal and steel metropolis of Essen presents itself to its guests surprisingly close to nature. It is considered the third greenest city in Germany and was awarded the title "European Green Capital" by the EU in 2017. In addition to the Grugapark, Lake Baldeney and the famous "Villa Hü...
Genoa
Genoa, the capital of Liguria, was already an indispensable trade center in ancient Rome. Tourists should not be deterred by the city's industrial belt. Because inside awaits one of the largest contiguous old towns in Europe.
Due to the mountainous terrain, the city is crowded and lively. However, strong nerves ...
Bremen
Bremen is not only an old Hanseatic city but also the smallest state in Germany. Together with the city of Bremerhaven, it forms the city-state "Free Hanseatic City of Bremen". Until today, the cityscape of Bremen is characterized by shipping. On the market square there are several buildings, which were ...
Dresden
The capital of Saxony is a must for all culture fans and a total work of art. The heart of this work of art is the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), which, like large parts of the city center, was rebuilt after its destruction in World War II. But also ...
Dublin
Guarded by the venerable Castle, the Irish capital Dublin presents itself to its visitors. Secrets seem to be hidden in every alley, which is also due to the dark stones from which many buildings of the old town were built. Dublin has a magical atmosphere and attracts pilgrims year after ...
Hanover
Hanover is not considered the classic destination for a city trip. But if you don't pay attention to the capital of Lower Saxony, you're missing out: a city hall so big and pompous that it's more like a castle,
Schloss Herrenhaus with several gardens worth seeing, and Maschsee, a lake ...
Antwerp
Not far from the Dutch border, in the north of Belgium, lies Antwerp, capital of the province of the same name. The major city, which belongs to Flanders, is home to over 500,000 inhabitants.
The settlement history of this historic city in northern Belgium dates back to Roman times. And although ...
Nuremberg
Nuremberg, that is for many visitors the Christkindelmarkt. One of the most beautiful Christmas markets attracts crowds of visitors every year. But Nuremberg is also worth a visit outside the cold season. The city offers an exciting journey through architectural history. In addition to medieval architecture, buildings in the Renaissance, ...
Lisbon
Sun-drenched, charismatic and close to the beach: Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, attracts emigrants and tourists alike, thanks primarily to its fantastic location and mild climate. Built directly on the Atlantic coast, it easily manages the balancing act between beach life and historical sights.
Lisbon's picturesque old town with its ...
Duisburg
Duisburg connects the Ruhr and Lower Rhine regions. Its inhabitants like to call it the city of "water and fire". Huge blast furnaces still burn here today, making it the most important steel location in Europe. At the same time, Duisburg has the largest inland port in the world. You ...
Zürich
Zurich is considered an exclusive banking center where only those who have come into wealth can live - but the Swiss city on Lake Zurich is much more than that. It's worth a visit just for the old town and its remnants of pre-medieval history, among which beautifully designed historic ...
Florence
Summarizing the sights of the Tuscan metropolis of Florence in a few sentences is impossible - the city is bursting with history, culture and Italian flair, but makes it easy for its visitors to drift. The bustling streets of the city center are lined with Renaissance art and architectural monuments, ...
Bochum
In 1984, Herbert Grönemeyer sang "Tief im Westen" ("Deep in the West") about his former home town of Bochum. In the meantime, the song has become the city's unofficial anthem. The lyrics of the song characterize the former workers' settlement vividly and honestly. The "pulse of steel" and the "mine ...
Wuppertal
The "capital of the Bergisches Land" is world-famous for its unique suspension railroad. With it you can reach all stores and sights of Wuppertal. In addition, such a ride offers you completely new perspectives on the so-called "green city" on the Wupper. The city has a lively art and cultural ...
Nice
With its wide promenades in front of the deep blue sea, the picturesque alleys of the old town and its magnificent churches and city palaces, Nice embodies the lifestyle of the Côte d'Azur like hardly any other place.
As early as the 19th century, the southern French port city ...
Bielefeld
The "little big city" is located between the ridges of the Teutoburg Forest and the Münsterland Bay in the northeast of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. From one of the highest points, the Sparrenburg, you can enjoy a wide view over the city. For relaxation, take a walk in ...
Bonn
International flair can still be felt in the former capital of Germany. After the government relocated, Bonn remained the seat of numerous ministries and important organizations such as the UN. Their employees - and many students - now shape the image of the young city. Bonn has a number of ...
Malmö
With the skyscraper "Turning Torso" and the Öresund Bridge, two of Sweden's most famous landmarks are located in Malmö. But Malmö has much more to offer: a lively old town, castles, first-class museums and lots of nature.
Bari
The city on the Adriatic Sea is the capital of the province of the same name and the region of Puglia. Here, cultural history meets modern, Mediterranean life. The cityscape is characterized by a wide variety of architecture, which dates back to the numerous occupations of the city by Arabs, ...
Ko Phuket
Ko Phuket is not only the largest island of Thailand but also one of the tourist centers of the country. With its world famous beaches such as Rawai Beach, Kata Beach and Patong Beach, Ko Phuket attracts tourists from all over the world to the south of Thailand every year.
Münster
In the old Westphalian city, you have a clear advantage on your bike. An approximately five-kilometer-long path reserved for walkers and cyclists, the so-called Promenade, leads once around the city center. Around the famous Prinzipalmarkt you will find the impressive St. Paul's Cathedral, the Gothic City Hall and the Lamberti ...
Augsburg
Currently with a population of around 300,000, Augsburg is Bavaria's third-largest and probably oldest city, whose history as the present capital of the Swabian administrative district can be traced back to the Roman settlement of Augusta Vindelicum over 2,000 years ago. Augsburg became extremely powerful as an independent imperial city in the ...
Montpellier
Located in the south of France, Montpellier is a popular destination for visitors from all over the world and is also one of the largest student cities in the country. As the capital of the Languedoc-Roussillon region, it is located only about 10 km from the beautiful Mediterranean coast. With its ...
Aarhus
The city in the Midtjylland region bore the title of European Capital of Culture in 2017. And not without reason. The largest concert hall in Scandinavia, the "Musikhuset Aarhus" alone justifies this award. But there is not only this superlative to explore. There is also the largest library in Scandinavia, with ...
Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the most famous city in French Alsace, is a popular destination for spontaneous and cultural travelers, because here you can both enjoy historical architecture and relax as the day goes by. The best place to do this is the square in front of Strasbourg Cathedral, where locals, tourists and ...
Wiesbaden
Even the Romans knew about the hot springs, which made Wiesbaden with its ideal location between the Taunus and the Rhine in the 19th century to a leading health resort in Europe .
Casino Wiesbaden
The casino in Wiesbaden is one of the most famous and traditional casinos in ...
Ghent
The historic trading city of Ghent was considered one of the richest cities in Belgium and Europe in the Middle Ages. Even today, the historic city center of Ghent with its magnificently decorated buildings reminds us of its long history as the economic center of Belgium.
Mönchengladbach
Mönchengladbach is located in the very west of Germany and North Rhine-Westphalia. Here you can expect a lively old town with numerous pretty cafes and chic pubs. Whether you want to eat well, chat comfortably or party - everything is possible and easy to reach on foot. So nothing ...
Bergen
Bergen (population 220,000) is the second largest city in Norway and is the gateway to the fjords. The charming city stretches across a maze of fjord shores, forested hills and islands. Bergen immediately pleases the visitor - it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and bustling cities in Norway.
Gelsenkirchen
The city in the heart of the Ruhr region lives and breathes soccer. There is hardly any way around FC Schalke 04. You will discover the most modern "soccer temple" in Europe, the Arena. A visit is not only worthwhile for Schalke fans. The club also stands for the mining tradition ...
Venice
A city crisscrossed by canals on which the gondolas and other boats pass, spanned by countless bridges, in addition to a historic cityscape with palaces, churches and the famous St. Mark's Square. Venice is history, romance and uniqueness.
Bordeaux
Known as the world capital of wine, Bordeaux shines with numerous advantages as an international destination. With over 2000 years of history, Bordeaux, located in the southwest, offers a charming old town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Modern architecture also characterizes the cityscape, such as one of the most ...
Brunswick
Braunschweig is one of the most beautiful cities in Lower Saxony for good reason. The numerous parks are oases of peace and the historic city center is characterized by historical buildings and restored half-timbered houses. On the picturesque Burgplatz square you will find the Lion and the Cathedral, both landmarks ...
Aachen
Medieval alleys, the world heritage site of the imperial cathedral and a lot of European flair: you can experience all this in Aachen. The city in the border triangle of Germany - the Netherlands - Belgium is a perfect destination for history buffs. There is no way around the impressive ...
Kiel
The bombs of the Second World War have not left much of the once picturesque port city, but Kiel is still worth a visit: The capital of Schleswig-Holstein is the cultural center of the region and comes with many varied museums. In addition, the most populous city in the state ...
Chemnitz
Chemnitz is still known to many as Karl-Marx-Stadt. It was not until 1990 that the Saxon industrial city regained its former name of Chemnitz. In the 19th century, Chemnitz was known as "Saxon Manchester" and was considered the center of the textile industry. Today, Chemnitz is a leading technology location.
On ...
Halle (Saale)
Halle an der Saale is the largest city in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt and the birthplace of the composer Georg Friedrich Händel. Before German reunification, the city in the "chemical triangle" of the GDR was primarily an industrial location. Today, the old university town presents itself as a ...
Magdeburg
Magdeburg is the capital of the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. The city on the Elbe was first mentioned in documents as early as 805, and in 926 it became the imperial palace of Otto I. With 13 percent green space, Magdeburg is one of the greenest cities in Germany. Several city parks invite ...
Lille
The city of Lille in the north of France, which was founded around 1054, is often referred to as the capital of art and culture and is located on the border with Belgium. The former commercial center of French Flanders shows today with Flemish influence from its architectural chocolate side. Numerous ...
Krefeld
Krefeld in the Lower Rhine region likes to call itself the "velvet and silk city" because of the silk fabric production located here. The production of high-quality textiles made Krefeld one of the richest places in what was then Prussia in the 19th century. Even today, much of this can ...
Mainz
Mainz is the capital of the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. The media city and carnival stronghold is known for its well-preserved old town center with its half-timbered houses and medieval marketplaces. In the middle of the city, the Renaissance-style market fountain with red pillars is an attraction for visitors. Not ...
Rennes
Rennes is the bustling capital of the French region of Brittany and attracts visitors from all over the world every year, not only because of its architectural treasures. The city's 2000-year-old history is reflected in a multitude of majestic buildings such as Rennes Cathedral, medieval houses, cobbled streets and charming ...
Lübeck
Lübeck is perhaps the most traditional and historically significant city in Schleswig-Holstein. With a population of 215,000, Lübeck is the second largest city in the northernmost federal state and, apart from the state capital Kiel, the only municipality with metropolitan status. Not far from the border with Mecklenburg on ...
Oberhausen
Oberhausen in the Lower Rhine proudly bears the epithet "cradle of the Ruhr industry". As early as 1758, an ironworks began operations in what is now the city. Today, the town with its "Neue Mitte" stands for the successful structural change in the "Pott". In addition to Oberhausen Castle, an impressive ...
Rostock
The largest city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is lively and full of contrasts: large street axes, modern buildings, narrow alleys, Gothic brick buildings, patrician houses such as the Kerkhoffhaus, a city harbor and, above all, the breath of the distant world that begins at the harbor in Warnemünde, 14 kilometers away.
To ...
Geneva
Skiing, traditional watchmaking and the finest chocolate: these three Swiss core competencies come together in Geneva, capital of the canton of the same name, and provide plenty of variety at the highest level. Geneva is a popular destination in all seasons - for winter sports fans, gourmets or culture lovers. ...
Charleroi
The historic Bois du Cazier coal mine near Charleroi draws attention to the history of Belgium's third largest city. The coal mine has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012. It is not only a reminder of one of the greatest mining disasters in history, it also highlights the economic ...
Kassel
After Frankfurt and Wiesbaden, Kassel is the third largest city in Hesse. Home to more than 200,000 inhabitants, the city in northern Hesse is one of the state's destinations worth visiting. This is also ensured by cultural highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, where the palace ...
Liège
At the beginning of the 20th century, the world-famous author Georges Simenon was born in the city of Liege. But Liège is not only the birthplace of the world-famous man of letters, the city at the confluence of the Meuse and Ourthe rivers is also considered the origin of ...
Euboea
Euboea is the second largest island in Greece after Crete. Bridges connect it with the mainland. Chalkis is the capital of Euboea, once famous as a trading center. Aristotle is said to have died here. If you are interested in history, you will find many museums and ancient ruins of ...
Trondheim
Trondheim - Norway's third largest city (160,000 inhabitants) is an unusually pleasant, lively friendly and cheerful city with southern-saloppy features in places. Until the Reformation, the city was the seat of the Norwegian archbishops and a place of pilgrimage.
Hagen
The South Westphalian "City of the Open University" is considered the gateway to the Sauerland region. In addition to the university, numerous gardens, parks and bodies of water characterize its townscape. Four major rivers run through the city and invite you to go canoeing or pedal boating. Hagen and its ...
Odense
Located on the beautiful island of Funen, Odense is the third largest city in Denmark. Founded as early as 998, the name derives from the Norse god Odin. The name remained even when the place was appointed the episcopal see of the island of Funen six decades later. Odense carried the ...
Hamm
The Westphalian city has an unusual landmark: the well-known glass elephant. In 1984, an architect converted the former coal washing building of a colliery into a walk-in sculpture. The journeyman is 35 meters high, houses a palm garden and, as a vantage point, offers an excellent view over its hometown. During a ...
Split
Split is located on the Dalmatian coast. The city is perfect for vacationers who want to combine a beach and city vacation. One of the most famous sights is the Diocletian's Palace in the heart of the port city. This imperial ruin is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. ...
Ludwigshafen am Rhein
Ludwigshafen is the second largest city in Rhineland-Palatinate after Mainz. It is located opposite Mannheim on the left bank of the Rhine, and the two cities once belonged together. Until 1840, Ludwigshafen was Mannheim's Rhine redoubt. Today, the city is known as the home of former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl and ...
Toulon
The bay with the harbor, surrounded by the hills of white limestone, this is the scenery that defines the panorama of Toulon. Whether it is one of the most beautiful ports in Europe, the judgment is left to the visitor. The capital of the Var department, with 180,000 inhabitants, is a ...
Mülheim an der Ruhr
The "city on the river" has always been closely linked to the Ruhr. Mülheim was one of the first locations to have to cope with structural change; the mines disappeared here as early as the 1960s. Thus, the city changed its "mining face" early on and is now home ...
Oldenburg
The small town on the Hunte has so much to offer that you can spend a whole week here without getting bored. With the Railway Museum, the Horst Janssen Museum and the Museum of the Old Brickworks, three highlights are waiting for you. The painter Horst Janssen grew up in ...
Uppsala
The name of Sweden's most important university city, Uppsala, is often pronounced in German like "Hoppsala", either by mistake or as a joke. Of course, the name Uppsala has nothing to do with the children's language call to jump. Instead, it means something like "hall or manor downstream". Located just 80 ...
Osnabrück
Osnabrück was once the city of wholesale trade and is still the economic center of the region today. Charlemagne was so enthusiastic about the city many centuries ago that he immediately founded a bishopric here. St. Mary's Church and Cathedral still form the cityscape and attract tourists from all ...
Leverkusen
Many people know the relatively young city on the Rhine mainly as the site of the chemical industry. The "Bayer Cross" is a visible trademark of the company of the same name and is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's largest illuminated sign. With its "BayKomm" ...
Heidelberg
Heidelberg is (along with Ludwigshafen and Mannheim) one of the centers in the Rhine-Neckar region. In 1196 Heidelberg (at that time still titled "Heidelberch") was mentioned in documents for the first time.
With nearly 150,000 inhabitants - including 30,000 students from four universities and universities of applied sciences - Heidelberg has one of ...
Darmstadt
Darmstadt is not only a major city in Hesse, but also an important economic and cultural center of the state. Media, IT and pharmaceutical companies feel just as much at home here as universities and colleges as well as renowned cultural institutions. Since 2021, the Mathildenhöhe in Darmstadt has been ...
Solingen
The "blade city" forms the center of the German "cutlery industry". About 90 percent of our cutlery comes from this town in the Bergisches Land region. Solingen has one of the largest castles of its kind in Germany, the impressive "Schloss Burg". You should not miss a visit to this masterfully ...
Grenoble
At first, Grenoble with its quarters in the style of brutalism from the 1960s does not seem particularly interesting. But this impression is deceptive - it is precisely the atmosphere that makes people visit Grenoble. There is the old town with its picturesque squares and alleys, but there is also ...
Livorno
When the capital of the Italian province of the same name became a free port in the 17th century, it developed into a multicultural city thanks to new customs, religions and a touch of the exotic brought by merchants. Today, elegant Belle Époque buildings in the historic district are reminders ...
Herne
There is a lot to see in Herne. The city is located between Bochum and Recklinghausen. It offers visitors a diverse cultural program and impressive architecture. The artistically designed pedestrian zone Herne-Mitte on Bahnhofstraße invites you to stroll around. A visitor magnet and landmark of the city is the ...
Salzburg
The Salzach River divides Salzburg, the birthplace of the world-famous musician Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, into the Old Town on its left and the New Town on its right. While the pedestrian zones of the Old Town are dominated by architecture from the Middle Ages and Baroque eras, the New Town ...
Neuss
Neuss is located on the left bank of the Lower Rhine, with Düsseldorf on the opposite side of the river. The city is one of the oldest cities in Germany. Already in 1984 Neuss could celebrate its 2000th birthday. Neuss is known for the well-preserved evidence of its Roman past ...
Regensburg
The capital of the eastern Bavarian administrative district of Upper Palatinate can boast of having been mentioned in person as early as the 2nd century by the then Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. After its urban beginnings as a Roman fort and legionary camp, Regensburg became the headquarters of the Bavarians ...
Angers
In the western city of Angers, France, visitors from all over the world can enjoy an area that has been settled since the Stone Age and has a lot to offer: a rich cultural heritage, including the old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the famous Angers Castle, ...
Klaipėda
Klaipėda is the third largest city in Lithuania with 160,000 inhabitants. From its foundation by the Teutonic Order in the 13th century until the end of World War II, the city was called Memel.
Sights
Old town
Memelburg
City Hall & University
Paderborn
Paderborn is located in the east of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. In the city you will find especially many sights that you can visit. In the city center there are more than twenty historic buildings to discover. Particularly famous are the cathedral, the landmark of Paderborn, the magnificent town ...
Clermont-Ferrand
The largest city in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Clermont-Ferrand offers a beautiful destination for a cultural vacation with a feel-good atmosphere and with proximity to outstanding nature. Just a few minutes away, spectacular volcanoes are waiting to be discovered. The city itself is distinguished, among other things, by its high ...
Stavanger
Stavanger is the fourth largest city in Norway (85,000 inhabitants) and is located south of the west coast on the Byfjord. The old shipping, industrial and fishing city is connected to the whole world through its port and is an exciting mixture of old and new. This lively and active city ...
Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence stands for a charming old town, Provençal delicacies and a picturesque landscape. The southern French city with Mediterranean flair is a special attraction for city travelers and connoisseurs. Among the most important sights are the boulevard Cours Mirabeau, located in the heart of the city, the cathedral of ...
Brest
Brest is a port city in the French region of Brittany. It consists of two districts connected by the Pont de Recouvrance bridge. Since 1631, Brest has been a military port and is one of the most important of its kind in France. The city combines Celtic tradition with the rugged ...
Ingolstadt
The district-free city on both sides of the Danube about 80 kilometers north of Munich is the second largest city in Upper Bavaria with currently almost 137,000 inhabitants. Ingolstadt was first mentioned in a document in 806 with the name "villa Ingoldesstat". From the 14th to the 18th century, the nickname "hundred-towered city" ...
Amiens
The city of Amiens, located in the north of France, is home to the largest sacred building in France, the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1981, this cultural monument is one of numerous historical sights. Tradition, art and history characterize this lovely city on the ...
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is located in the west of Austria and is the capital of the state of Tyrol. Currently, more than 300,000 people have their primary residence in the Innsbruck metropolitan area. In addition, there are about 30,000 students of the Innsbruck University and other people with a secondary residence. This makes Innsbruck ...
Offenbach am Main
As a neighboring city, Offenbach is often overshadowed by Frankfurt. But the independent city is one of the underestimated travel destinations in the heart of Hesse. Already an important infrastructural hub in Roman times, Offenbach scores today with its direct location on the Main River. Fascinating buildings of various architectural ...
Rijeka
The third largest Croatian city Rijeka borders the northern Adriatic Sea with the Kvarner Bay. The idyllic port city was named European Capital of Culture in 2020. After the First World War, Rijeka belonged to Italy. For this reason, the city still has a strong Italian influence. Worth seeing is especially ...
Fürth
A green clover leaf adorns both the official city and club emblem of the "Spielvereinigung Greuther Fürth" sports and soccer club, which was very successful in the 1920s and is still immensely popular locally today. With a current population of about 130,000, Fürth is the second largest city in ...
Würzburg
With a current population of around 127,000, the capital of the Bavarian administrative district of Lower Franconia, located in the fertile "Maindreieck" region known for viticulture, ranks seventh among all cities in the blue-and-white state. The mild microclimate as well as the location on the river led to the first Celtic ...
Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg is the home of Volkswagen and the car capital of northern Germany. You can explore the VW headquarters on a factory tour and get a unique insight into car production. Another attraction is the VFL Wolfsburg, whose stadium you can also visit. With the castle and St. Mary's Church, ...
Fuerteventura
If you are looking for sandy beaches on the Canary Islands and are not particularly picky about whether they are jet black or pearly white, Fuerteventura is the place for you. Sun worshippers are at home there, and they invariably get their money's worth on vacation, because this island is ...
Aalborg
The city on the Limfjord should be known to most by the eponymous "Aquavit". But Aalborg has much more to offer.
Göttingen
The mixture of old half-timbered houses and modern architecture make Göttingen so attractive. The market square with the Gänseliesel fountain form the heart of the city. From the cafés you can enjoy the hustle and bustle and go on a shopping tour yourself. The pedestrian zone with ...
Bruges
Medieval alleys and canals - the Belgian Hanseatic city of Bruges was one of the richest cities in Europe in the Middle Ages and still attracts millions of tourists every year with this magnificent heritage. Since 2000, the historic city center has also been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its ...
Bottrop
Bottrop has a lot to offer. There are various museums and is hard to beat when it comes to excursions - especially with children. The landmark of the city is the Tetraeder. It is a landmark with a viewing platform in the shape of a pyramid, which can be seen ...
Rhodes
Just 70 kilometers southeast of Kos is the fourth largest island of Greece Rhodes, which is also the main island of the Dodecanese archipelago in the southeast Aegean Sea. About half of the population of Rhodes lives in the capital of the same name, which is located on the northeastern tip ...
Koblenz
Koblenz, with a population of over 113,000, is located in northern Rhineland-Palatinate. The historic city is considered the gateway to the castle ruins and terraced vineyards of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. In the center of the city, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers (known as Deutsches Eck), ...
Erlangen
With a current population of just over 112,000, Erlangen is the second smallest city in the Franconian conurbation of Nuremberg and is located in the north of the conurbation, on the Regnitz, Schwabach and Aurach rivers and near the Main-Danube Canal. Erlangen was first mentioned in a document in 1002. However, the ...
Bergisch Gladbach
Bergisch Gladbach is located in the Bergisches Land region. The city borders on Leverkusen and the metropolis of Cologne. Bergisch Gladbach is rich in interesting cultural offerings and buildings worth seeing. One of the landmarks is the Bensberg castle complex, which was built in the 18th century. Today, a hotel ...
Trier
Trier belongs to the Moselle wine region of Rhineland-Palatinate. The Romans had founded the city in 16 BC as Augusta Treverorum, which can be seen in some well-preserved Roman monuments. These include the Porta Nigra (gate of the 6.4 km long city wall), an amphitheater, a stone bridge and remains of Roman ...
Namur
Namur, the capital of Wallonia, presents itself as a tranquil city. In the 7th century AD, the settlement was built by the Celts, today the city area is home to about 110,000 inhabitants. Namur was built at the confluence of the Sambre into the Meuse, the waters run right through the ...
Recklinghausen
Recklinghausen has a lot to offer in terms of history and culture. It is also a modern shopping city that inspires shopping fans. In addition to the shopping opportunities, the city center invites you to stroll and discover. There are various historical buildings to visit, such as parts of the ...
Remscheid
Remscheid counts as a big city, but at the same time it is a nature paradise. If you love hiking and nature, the city of Remscheid is exactly the right destination for you. In the city area of Remscheid alone there are 25 circular hiking trails and 23 nature reserves. In the ...
Bolzano
The provincial capital of Bolzano, with about 100,000 inhabitants, exudes a very special charm with its Mediterranean lightness. Due to its special location on the southern side of the Alps, Bolzano enjoys very mild temperatures all year round, but the summer months can also get really hot. Moreover, it is not ...
Salzgitter
Salzgitter is one of the largest cities in Germany in terms of area and was formed due to the merger of smaller towns and villages. This can be felt throughout the city, because everything is spacious and large. The district of Salzgitter Bad is its own business district with many ...
Moers
Moers is located in the western part of the Ruhr area. The town's landmark, Moers Castle, is worth a visit on its own. It is located in the center of Moers and in the castle park there is a popular amusement park with a petting zoo and other attractions. In ...
Siegen
Siegen is a university town and is located on the edge of the Rothaargebirge mountains. It has some historical sights to offer, such as the town hall, the Lower Castle and the Upper Castle, as well as the Martini Church. The pedestrian zone is just right for a shopping spree ...
Leuven
In the middle of Belgium's central province of Flemish Brabant lies Leuven, or Louvain, the capital of the region. About 100,000 inhabitants live in the city, which is nationally recognized as a university city. Over 50,000 students attend the local Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, ensuring a younger-than-average population within Leuven. The city's renowned ...
Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt is the capital of the Austrian state of Carinthia. With over 100,000 inhabitants, it is the sixth largest city in Austria.
Hildesheim
Hildesheim is home to two famous places of worship that bring the city's history back to life. The mighty cathedral is the city's landmark and it was chosen as the bishop's seat by Louis the Pious as early as 815. Also worth seeing is the St. Michaelis Church, which embodies the ...
Gütersloh
Gütersloh is located in the northeast of the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia and lies on the edge of the Teutoburg Forest. Already in the year 1184 the place was mentioned for the first time in a document. It is a city that has much to offer you as a ...
Corfu
Corfu is the second largest Greek island in the Ionian Sea after Kefalonia. This island is located in the very west of Greece and is in close contact with Brindisi in southern Italy through the busy ferry connection. In the northeast, the island is separated from the Albanian mainland by ...
Ancona
In the port city of Ancona, located on the Adriatic coast, history and modernity meet. The bustling port has been of great importance for trade and residents since the 2nd century BC and today attracts visitors with cafes, bars and restaurants. Culture fans get their money's worth with churches and ...
Jönköping
With 120,000 inhabitants, Jönköping, located directly on the southern shore of Lake Vätern, is the most important city in the central Swedish province of Småland. Several times in its eventful history, the city was destroyed by large fires, so that there are only a few old buildings ...
Kaiserslautern
The Rhineland-Palatinate city of Kaiserslautern, with a population of just under 100,000 (2021), came into being as a result of the expansion of a castle built around 1100 by Frederick I Barbarossa, but was not granted city rights until 1276. The town was already a royal court in Carolingian times, and the region was ...
Hanau
The world-famous Brothers Grimm once called the city of Hanau home. Even today, the statue on the market square commemorates the influential duo who shaped culture beyond the region. The former residence of the lords and counts of Hanau commemorates the famous sons of the city with its traditional Brothers ...
Witten
Witten is located in the southeast of the Ruhr area, directly on the Ruhr River. Are you interested in castles, palaces and historic buildings? Then Witten will inspire you. There are various buildings in the city such as the House of Witten, a castle and former knight's seat, the Heleneturm, ...