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Feel Good in Germany

Fairytale architecture, soul-stirring scenery, vibrant cities, heart-warming gastronomy, and thousands of years of rich history all packed into one destination – Germany deserves a place on your travel bucket list. Whether you’re a culture vulture, adrenaline junkie, or an eco-conscious foodie – you’ll find something here that will see you returning home with a spring in your step and a smile on your face.

Cities & Culture

Architectural styles range from medieval, baroque, and modern and take the form of magnificent cathedrals from Germany’s religious heritage, towering monuments celebrating important political and historic events, innovations in modern design, stately homes and museums and so much more. Germany’s cities are for everyone with a wide availability of excellent public transport and accessible access options available. Highlights include the magnificent Aachen Cathedral where Emperor Charlegmane is buried, Berlin’s famous Brandenburg Gate, the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Bramberg whose medieval buildings and layout are well preserved today, and the innumerable majestic palaces dotted around Germany’s many key cities and regions.

The world’s first PlusEnergyHouse opened in Freiburg in 1994 – and German cities have been steadily developing ever since. Entire city districts are trying out new ideas for climate-conscious coexistence, green oases ensure a pleasant urban setting, electric mobility and innovative itineraries make the city trip both exciting and climate-friendly. Meanwhile, cultural heritage is being protected and historic buildings are being restored with sustainability in mind, to preserve them for the future.

Nature & Outdoor activities

Germany’s cities are world-famous, but the surrounding natural landscapes often remain unfamiliar to foreign visitors. Nevertheless, one third of Germany consists of protected natural landscapes. 16 national parks, 16 biosphere reserves and more than 100 nature parks vividly demonstrate how we can protect the beauty of nature and preserve biodiversity for the future.

Discover unspoilt forests, spectacular rocky landscapes and lonely mountain peaks. Take a discovery tour on well-signposted hiking and cycling trails or let qualified rangers introduce you to the wonders of nature. By the way: most of the natural landscapes are also accessible by bus and train.

Castles & Palaces

If you love visiting a good castle, you won’t be disappointed by the huge selection just waiting to be discovered in Germany. The Thuringian Forest is an excellent place to start if you’re looking for something a little different. The most famous castle in the whole of Germany, Wartburg Castle in Eisenach, just so happens to be where reformer Martin Luther produced the first-ever translation of the New Testament in German.

Every Whitsun weekend (the seventh Sunday after Easter), Weesenstein Castle, rising up majestically from a rocky hilltop over the Müglitztal valley south of Dresden, provides the backdrop for a Medieval festival, where knights with horses and hunting birds, Medieval artisans, chefs and musicians invite visitors to experience a thrilling glimpse of days of old. 

Germany as a sustainable travel destination

Germany is firmly committed to sustainability, eco-tourism and responsible travel. Over the years, the country has taken a number of proactive steps, from investing in its public transport links, expanding low-emission zones, and encouraging a range of low-impact activities for holidaymakers.

Germany has been consistently recognised as one of the leading sustainable destinations worldwide. This year the country was recognised as 4th on the 2023 UN Sustainable Development Report, an improvement from 6th place in 2022.

Germany has a range of diverse landscapes with stormy coasts in the north, the peaks of the Alps in the south, along with endless rolling fields and rich forests.

Germany has invested significantly in making its tourism practices more sustainable and eco-conscious.

Most CO2 emissions occur during the journey to Germany, so staying longer is better than taking multiple short trips. Once in Germany, you’ll find plenty of ways to keep your emissions low.

Travelling within Germany can be done by using the “Deutsche Bahn’s” railway system which is completely powered by green electricity. These high-speed rail lines can get visitors from the north of Germany to the south in just a couple of hours (tickets can all be booked in advance online). “Deuschland ticket” visitors can use all regional trains and all public transport in cities for just €49 for one month.

There are a number of certified eco-conscious hotels which endeavor to serve regional and seasonal foods to keep transportation emissions low. They also use natural cleaning products and sustainable energy to reduce environmental impacts.

A climate-friendly option for a stay in Germany. Tents and supplies can be rented at campsites and it is a very popular option with many Germans.

There are a variety of environmentally friendly activities available for visitors to Germany, with well-developed hiking paths and bike routes, along with many trails for mountain bikers. The country boasts around 200,000 kilometres of walking trails and 70,000 kilometres of long-distance cycle routes.

More than one-third of the land area of Germany is under special protection as a nature park or national park.

Over 50 cities in Germany have low-emission zones and no car zones in their city centres. Public transport is often easier and more comfortable than using a car.

Germany has a multitude of historic town centres, stunning natural landscapes, and majestic architecture including churches, palaces and castles. These sites are highly prized and supported with significant investment. Maintaining these sites is a top priority as the most sustainable approach for driving up tourist numbers is minimising the construction of new attractions.

Want to experience the magic of Germany for yourself? Speak to our team of expert travel agents today to book your dream sustainable holiday! Remember – every time you book with Charitable Travel, you can donate 5% of tour holiday price to the charity of your choice for free! 

Need a little more persuasion? We featured Germany in the November – December issue of Charitable Traveller Magazine.  Click the button below to read Get to Know Germany!

As seen in Charitable Traveller Issue 19