German National Tourist Board
By German National Tourist Board
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Sponsored Seven Outrageously Fun German Festivals
Millions of people come to Oktoberfest every year, and with good reason: it’s unbelievably fun. But it’s not like Germany is boring the rest of the year. Germans love a good party, and there are so many more festivals where visitors can have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Many are also a good excuse for some Teutonic…
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Sponsored The 10 Best Places In Germany That Nobody Told You About
There is a reason that the obvious tourist attractions are popular. How could you visit Germany without seeing the Brandenburg Gate or the Black Forest or the Alps? The thing is that Germany is a big, diverse country, and there is a lot to be gained from heading off the beaten path. Here are 10…
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Sponsored Beyond The Bierhaus: German Food Is Better (And More Diverse) Than You Think
Expand your food horizons in Germany with diverse restaurants and street food (but don’t skip the traditional offerings)! Most Americans believe that German cuisine is, as the Germans themselves put it, strictly herzhaft and deftig — “hearty” and “solid.” And they’re right. Many of the German mainstays — say, schnitzel, bratwurst and beer — are…
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Sponsored The Stunning Synagogues of Germany
Before World War II, according to a German news site, there were about 2,800 synagogues in Germany. Now there are around 130. It’s a grim statistic, but there is cause for optimism. Since reunification Germans have a renewed interest in the Jewish history of their country. They’ve also welcomed an influx of Jews, mainly from…
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Community 11 Jewish Things We Learned From A Director Of German History Museums
Erfurt is a small city in central Germany packed with medieval buildings. Due to its position along the ancient Via Regia trade route, Erfurt has strong Jewish associations as well — most famously the Efurt Old Synagogue, a beautifully restored medieval temple, parts of which date from the 11th century. In order to better understand…
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Community Explore Germany’s Erfurt Old Synagogue
Erfurt is a jewel-box of a city. Nestled along the banks of the Gera River in the heart of Germany, Erfurt boasts a beautifully preserved medieval center, replete with the storybook spires of a fortress and cathedrals. The Krämerbrücke, or Merchant’s Bridge, is lined with lovely half-timbered houses — which are still in use as…
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