Maultaschen: Swabia’s Secret Ravioli with a Story
Discover Maultaschen, the hearty Swabian pasta pocket that legend says monks invented to hide meat from God during Lent. Where to try it in Stuttgart, Tübingen, and beyond.
Practical Guide to Germany’s Regional Train System
Learn how to navigate Germany’s regional trains like a local—the affordable, scenic way to explore Bavaria, the Rhine Valley, and beyond without renting a car.
Aachen Cathedral: Charlemagne’s Imperial Chapel
Step inside Germany’s oldest cathedral, where Charlemagne was buried and thirty Holy Roman Emperors were crowned. A UNESCO World Heritage site that shaped European history.
The Berchtesgaden Alps: Bavaria’s Most Dramatic Mountain Escape
Tucked into Bavaria’s southeastern corner against the Austrian border, the Berchtesgaden Alps offer dramatic peaks, alpine lakes, and charming villages without the crowds of more famous destinations.
The Luftwaffe and London: Germany’s Bombing Campaign That Changed Two Nations
The German Luftwaffe conducted the Blitz bombing campaign against London from September 1940 to May 1941, a verified historical event extensively documented in both German and British archives.
Baden-Baden: Germany’s Elegant Spa Town in the Black Forest
Nestled at the edge of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden has been Europe’s playground for wellness and elegance since Roman times. From thermal baths to Belle Époque casinos, here’s your guide to this sophisticated Baden-Württemberg gem.
Rügen Island: Germany’s Baltic Wonderland of Chalk Cliffs
Germany’s largest island blends dramatic white cliffs, Belle Époque beach resorts, and windswept shores along the Baltic Sea. Here’s how to explore Rügen’s most spectacular landscapes.
When a Luxembourg Emperor Built Bohemia’s Sacred Fortress: Karlštejn Castle and the Holy Roman Empire
Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia from the House of Luxembourg, built Karlštejn Castle in 1348 to house the imperial regalia and crown jewels of the Holy Roman Empire.
When JFK Stood in Berlin: The Irish-American President Who Gave Germany Its Most Famous Speech
President John F. Kennedy, of Irish heritage, delivered his famous “Ich bin ein Berliner” speech in West Berlin on June 26, 1963, and the square was renamed John-F.-Kennedy-Platz in his honor.
Sylt: Germany’s Champagne Island in the North Sea
Discover Sylt, the glamorous North Sea island where thatched-roof villages meet white sand beaches, Michelin-starred restaurants, and some of Germany’s most dramatic coastal landscapes.