A country of such diverse and varied landscapes, nature and culture - a vacation to Germany offers visitors a mosaic of experiences. Historic villages and cities offer a wealth of architectural delights from old churches to town halls, and opera houses. A traditional sight are the market stalls and beautiful cobbled streets of many towns or the many castles which dot the land.
Bavaria, with it's blue and white flag which is representative of the blue sky and white clouds, is a region typically known for the annual Octoberfest and very fine beer. But there is so much to discover! The Bavarian Alps with pristine lakes and towering mountains, provide a natural border and backdrop for the region, and are a popular outdoor recreation area for locals and visitors alike.
Frankfurt on the River Main plays host to an array of festivals, fairs, and carnivals each year such as the Festival of Lights. With a beautiful skyline Frantkfurt is a popular city for photographers to capture, especially during fireworks displays over the River Main.
Berlin is the capital city of Germany and is the home of world class universities, top sporting events, and arts academies such as for music and dance. Many historic events have taken place alongside historic buildings which are a legacy of fine German architecture.
Further to the north there are the sandy beaches which fringe the North Sea and Germany's largest island - Ruegen Island situated off the coast of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania which is a popular tourist spot.
Enjoy browsing through our selection of pictures of Germany below.
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Brandenburger Tor Berlin The famous Brandenburger Tor topped with a chariot and horses in the city of Berlin, Germany, Europe. Shortly after nightfall the illumination comes up on all the famous buildings throughout the german... |
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Christmas Market Frankfurt An annual event which takes place in the city of Frankfurt is the Christmas Market. The Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the biggest christmas markets throughout Germany. Seen... |
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Echternach Luxembourg The Schwarze Ernz situated near Echternach in Luxembourg, is surrounded by lush green flora. In the Muellerthal near Echternach the beautiful bridge is situated over the little creek called... |
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Skyline Of Frankfurt City Germany Europe The illuminated skyline of Frankfurt in Germany in the late evening seen from the Deutschherrenbruecke. The skyline of Frankfurt is the most spectacular of Germany. Headquarters of most german banks,... |
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Bicycle Picture The colours of autumn surround an old bicycle which leans up against a table full of of squashes in Germany. Quiet fall scenery in a small town in northern Germany. |
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Christmas Market In Germany An overview of the Christmas Market in Frankfurt, Germany seen from Nicolai Church. The famous christmas market in Frankfurt seen from the balcony of the Nicolai church. The cozy... |
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Fireworks Frankfurt A stunning fireworks display erupts over the city of Frankfurt am Main in Germany, Europe. The Skyline of Frankfurt, Germany, is among the most impressive of Europe's cities. Seen during... |
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Barn Owl Picture The beautiful plumage of the Barn Owl at a show in Germany, Europe. Owl during a flight show in a zoo in Germany. The Barn Owl, Tyto alba, is the most common and... |
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Brandenburger Tor Germany Quadriga on the Brandenburger Tor Germany, Europe. Shortly after nightfall the illumination comes up on all the famous buildings throughout the german... |
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Water Castle Gluecksburg Germany The water castle in Gluecksburg on the northeastern coast of Germany. On the northeastern coast of Germany this idyllic water castle in Gluecksburg is well worth a... |
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Christmas Lights Michelstadt Elaborate decorations and christmas lights in the town of Michelstadt in Germany, Europe. The old town of Michelstadt in Germany is nicely decorated all through the christmas season with... |
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Hot Air Balloons Warstein Hot air ballons are preparing for take off at the montgolfiade in Warstein, Germany. Every year, in August or September one the the largest hot air ballon festival is taking place in a... |
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Main River Germany Fireworks Fireworks in Frankfurt on the banks of the River Main during the Main Festival. Once a year in August the river and city of Frankfurt in Germany are lit by a magnificient... |
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Roemerberg Plaza Weihnachtsmarkt Frankfurt Germany The decorated Roemerberg Plaza in downtown Frankfurt, Germany is the site of the Weihnachtsmarkt. In the well restored city center of Frankfurt, at the Roemer and the city hall, the time shortly... |
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Mainfest Frankfurt Germany Cathedral during the Mainfest in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe. During the annual main fest, a big festival in Frankfurt, Germany, one of the main attractions is... |
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Castle Of Dreieich Germany The night lighting at the Castle of Dreieich in Germany creates beautiful reflections on the water during blue hour. The castle ruin of Dreieich near Frankfurt, Germany, provides nice views, especially during the... |
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Justitia Moon Frankfurt A statue of the goddess of Justita with the moon behind her in downtown Frankfurt. A statue of the goddess Justita with scales and sword can be found in the middle of Frankfurt - on... |
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Birnau Church Lake Constance Germany The immaculate Birnau Church on the shores of Lake Constance is a fine example of baroque architecture in Germany, Europe. The church of Birnau on Lake Constance on southern Germany is one example of the rich architecture... |
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Olympic Stadium Roof Munich The detail of the roof on the Olympic Stadium in Munich, Germany. In 1972 the Olympic Games where taking place in Munich. For these games they build the Olympia Park... |
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Main River Frankfurt The Skyline of Frankfurt in the late evening with lights reflecting on the Main River. The skyline of Frankfurt is the most spectacular of Germany. Headquarter of most German banks,... |
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Flying Bald Eagle Frankfurt Germany A show at the Ronneburg castle near Frankfurt in Germany features a display of a flying bald eagle and other species of eagles. The zoo at the Ronneburg castle near frankfurt provides an impressive flight show with bald and... |
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Dreieich Castle Dusk Germany Europe The evening lights illuminate the Castle ruins of Dreieich as dusk falls over Germany, Europe. The castle ruin of Dreieich near Frankfurt, Germany, provides nice views, especially during the... |
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Picture Of Lindau Harbor Germany The beautiful boat Emily in the picturesque Lindau Harbor on the Bodensee (Lake Constance) in Germany, Europe. The picturesque city of Lindau on the southern end of Lake Constance offers a very nice harbor area... |
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Lindau Lighthouse Lake Constance Germany The entrance to the Lindau harbor on Lake Constance in Germany, features a Lighthouse and statue of a lion. The picturesque city of Lindau on the southern end of Lake Constance offers a very nice harbor area... |
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Snow Formation An interesting formation made in the snow in Germany, Europe. During the hard and long winter of 05/06 in Europe the snow formations in these abundant masses of... |
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City Hall Bamberg Germany An intriguing City Hall in the town of Bamberg built on the middle of a bridge in Germany, Europe. This unusual architecture of the old city hall was build on the bridge over the River Pegnitz in... |
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Hot Air Balloon A bright coloured hot air balloon hovering over the ground. For 10 years every summer there is a hot air ballon festival in Bad Homburg, a little town near... |
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Christkindl Market Frankfurt Germany Christmas mood in the Frankfurt centre during the Christkindl Markets. In the well restored city center of Frankfurt, at the Roemer Square, the time shortly after... |
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Hot Air Balloon Basket Frankfurt The start of the Montgolfiade a colourful hot air balloon event in Frankfurt, Germany. During the annual montgolfiade near Frankfurt, germany, one can enjoy the mass start of the hot air... |
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Koenigssee Bavaria Germany The Koenigssee or Kings Lake Near Berchtesgaden in Bavaria, Germany, Europe. This air shot like photography was taken from a view point high above the famous Koenigssee - Kings... |
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Frankfurt Night Aerial The Skyline of Frankfurt at night in Germany, Europe. The skyline of Frankfurt is the most spectacular of Germany. Headquarter of most german banks,... |
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Olympic Park Lake Munich The Olympic Park of Munich, Germany features a lake fringed by a cycle and walking path. In 1972 the Olympic Games where taking place in Munich. For these games they build the Olympia Park... |
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City Skyline Picture The Skyline of Frankfurt in the late evening The skyline of Frankfurt is the most spectacular of Germany. Headquarters of most german banks,... |
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Frankfurt Blue Hour Picture The skyline in the city of Frankfurt is ablaze with both natural blue hour colours as well as the city lighting which reflects on the river. During the blue hour this scenery was seen from a busy railroad bridge in the east of Frankfurt.... |
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Michelstadt Germany Snow surrounds the Town Hall in the town of Michelstadt, Germany, Europe. The ancient town of Michelstadt in Germany is hosting one of the best known regional christmas... |
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Justitia Statue Frankfurt The statue of Justitia and a church at night in downtown Frankfurt, Germany. A statue of the goddess Justita with scales and sword can be found in the middle of Frankfurt - on... |
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Meersburg Old Castle Germany Europe The charming medieval town of Meersburg is a popular destination on the shores of Lake Constance in the Baden-Wuerttemburg region of Germany. The town is home to two castles - the old and new. One of the prettiest cities on the shores of Lake Constance is Meersburg, an ancient city on the... |
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Lights Festival Frankfurt The annual Festival of Lights in Frankfurt, Germany is also known as Luminale, a lighting and cultural event. Every year the city of Frankfurt am Main in Germany conducts a festival of lights. Multiple light... |
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St Bartholomae Germany An aerial view of St Bartholomae near Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, Germany, Europe. This air shot like photography was taken from a view point high above the famous Koenigssee - Kings... |
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Montgolfiade Warstein Germany Hot air ballons are preparing for take off at the montgolfiade in Warstein, Germany Every year, in August or September one the the largest hot air ballon festival is taking place in a... |
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Luminale Frankfurt Germany Festival of light - Luminale in Frankfurt, Germany. Since two years Frankfurt celebrates in early summer the Luminale. A festival of light in the whole... |
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Munich Germany Pictures The tower reflects in a pool at The Olympic Park of Munich, Germany, Europe. In 1972 the Olympic Games where taking place in Munich. For these games they build the Olympia Park... |
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