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1. COLOGNE DOM:
Once the
largest structure in the world, this
Gothic cathedral is a must see on
any visit to Cologne.Walk the perimeter,
enter the nave, and try to keep your jaw from
hitting the floor. Afterward, enjoy a lively meal at
a local
biergarten
(beer garden) along with a
glass of
Kölsch
, which is only brewed in Cologne.
2. NATURPARK RHEIN-WESTERWALD:
This area
offers a bit of everything — from hiking trails,
river kayaking, and boat tours to shopping
districts, museums, and castles.
3. BONN:
The pre-unification capital of West Germany and
the hometown of Ludwig van Beethoven is an accessible,
culture-rich city with a collection of impressive museums
(including Beethoven’s birthplace), seasonal festivals, and a
lively street culture.
4. KÖLNER ZOO:
Founded in 1860, this popular menagerie
showcases a variety of animals from around the world,
highlighted by top-notch primate exhibits.
5. HÄNNESCHEN-THEATER:
It may be the 21st century
outside, but inside this historic theater in Cologne, the year
is 1802, and traditional puppet shows continue to entertain
old and young alike.
6. SPAS:
Take a break from touring and spend some time
rejuvenating in the spa towns of North Rhine-Westphalia, northwest of the resort inWindhagen.You’ll know
a spa town by its Bad name — Bad Sassendorf, Bad Driburg, Bad Salzuflen, etc.
7. CHRISTMAS MARKETS:
These sparkling winter wonderlands are omnipresent in North Rhine-Westphalia
cities and villages from late November through December and offer a variety of shops, holiday
entertainment, and seasonal treats.
8. AUTOBAHN:
You don’t have to put the pedal to the metal and push your car to its limits, but it’s fun
knowing that you can.
9. KOBLENZ:
Visit the Deutsches Eck (German Corner) where the Mosel and Rhine rivers meet and a variety
of monuments — including a section of the Berlin Wall — are on display.
10. KÖLNTRIANGLE:
Get a bird’s-eye view of Cologne and its surrounding area from a height of 328 feet
(100 meters) as the wind whips through your hair at this panoramic outdoor observatory.
hy Go?
For the proximity to historic cities such as Cologne (or, as it’s known locally, Köln) and Bonn. The resort town
of Windhagen, in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, serves as a gateway to North Rhine-Westphalia, which is home to
the aforementioned urban centers and all of their attendant cultural attractions. Away from the hubbub, go for an afternoon
hike amid waves of wildflowers in a peaceful meadow. And visit craft shops in search of locally produced souvenirs.
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Germany
“Germany is a wonderful country to be in during the Christmas season due to all the markets.”
— LittleRascal
Luxembourg City:
Located in one of
the smallest sovereign nations in
Europe, the Old City center is a UNESCO
World Heritage site and offers a pleni-
tude of historic attractions, landmarks,
cafes, museums, and shopping oppor-
tunities. (2:15 fromWindhagen)
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