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Germany's Four Seasons

June 30, 2004

Whether you're visiting Germany in cold weather or warm, DW-WORLD has tips on seasonal activities, from Christmas markets to bike tours, wine festivals to cruises.

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Black Forest in winterImage: AP

Whether you're visiting Germany in cold weather or warm, DW-WORLD has tips on seasonal activities, from Christmas markets to bike tours, wine festivals to cruises.

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Ginger and Spice and All Things Nice

If you’re jaded by the commercialisation taking over the holiday season a German Christmas market is just the place to head for –tradition mingles here with the scent of baked cookies and warm mulled wine.
December 10, 2001

Bike the Rhine

You might not be winning the Yellow Jersey just yet, but cycling can still be a rewarding experience. A tour by the Rhine offers many delights - all taking a fraction of the energy needed to win the Tour de France.
July 30, 2003

Nuremberg, City of Angels

In German lore, the Christkind leaves presents under the tree on Christmas Eve. But Nuremberg brings the Christkind down to earth long before the 24th to be one of the biggest attractions at its famous Christmas market.
January 1, 1970

Karneval Kicks Off the German Party Season

November 11th signals the official start of the Karneval season in Germany. That's when usually reserved Germans don their wigs and face paint before taking to the streets in a wild celebration that lasts for months.
November 11, 2002

Day Tripping from Munich to Ski Paradise

What sets Munich apart from other large German cities is the nature on its doorstep. Less than an hour from the town center is some of the best skiing in Europe.
November 18, 2003

Wine to Set You Glowing

When the chill sets in, it’s time for a hot drink. In Germany and Austria, one of the most popular beverages at this time of year is Glühwein.
December 10, 2001

River Cruise

Looking to experience the charm and variety of Germany without working too hard at it? You may want to consider a river cruise. Just sit back, relax, and watch thousands of years of history glide by.
June 5, 2003

Rebirth of Germany's "White Town by the Sea"

For many years, Germany's first official bathing resort - a majestic complex of elegant white buildings on the Baltic Sea - was left to decay. This summer a new chapter for both tourists and locals began in Heiligendamm.
August 22, 2003

A Really (Really, Really) Old Fashioned Christmas

Each year, tourists from around the globe flock to Germany's traditional Christmas markets. But a new kind of market lets visitors experience the holiday as it was celebrated hundreds of years ago.
December 1, 2003

Windmill Climbing

Extreme athletes in the flatlands of Germany climb windmills for fun.
June 1, 2007

From Romance to Sport

One of Germany’s most tradition-steeped regions has everything from mountains to gorges.
June 1, 2007