REVEALED: The best events and festivals in Germany this July
Summer is the best time of year to get out and about and experience some of the incredible cultural events that Germany has to offer. From electronic music to scrumptious food fests, here's what's on this July.
Is Frankfurt a good place for foreigners to live?
Frankfurt has been ranked as one of the world's best cities to live in. We recently asked readers what it's like to live in the Hesse city and surrounding area. Here's what they had to say.
How to explore Germany by train with the €9 ticket
Germany is set to bring in a €9 monthly travel ticket over the summer. Here's how you can make the most of it and see some stunning parts of the country while enjoying the regional rail network.
10 things to know about Rhineland-Palatinate
How much do you know about Germany’s ninth largest state? Here are 10 historical and cultural facts to help you get to know the region better.
Büsingen am Hochrhein: A slice of German life in the heart of Switzerland
Entirely encased by Swiss territory, this unique little German town could just be one of the quirkiest holiday destinations around. Here's how it ended up like this - and why you should plan to pay it a visit.
10 things to consider for a bike trip in Germany
From making sure you know about your German hotel's 'rest day' to knowing the rules of the Radweg, here are US resident Phil Schaaf's tips for a cycling vacation in Germany.
13 ways to have fun in Berlin for free
While Berlin can be slightly more expensive than many of its eastern neighbours, there are several free experiences the capital has to offer. Why not try out one or two over the weekend?
Riding the Radweg: A guide to touring Germany by bike
From exceptional hospitality to stunning sights - and obligatory Biergartens - here's author and US resident Phil Schaaf's experience of taking a cycling holiday in Germany.
Is Leipzig really Germany's 'ultimate travel destination'?
The Saxonian city of Leipzig has been named by traveller’s bible Lonely Planet as its “ultimate” travel tip for Germany. Does the Local Germany’s knowledgeable readership agree?
The six types of German hikers you're bound to see this summer
'Hiking is the new clubbing,' according to those in the know - but not all hikers in Germany are the same. Here are six types of hiker you might meet on the trails this summer.
Travel in Germany: Discover centuries of riches in unmissable Ulm
It used to be said that ‘coins from Ulm rule the whole world’. If you don’t believe that, just take a look at the Ulmer Münster, whose spire completely dominates the city.