Spas and Castles by Train

Frankfurt is the financial capital of Germany. A closer look reveals there is much more to offer; from arts, outdoors, and shopping, to historic buildings and high-rises. It has long been an important center for cultural and tourism activities. Its huge trade fair complex, Messe Frankfurt, hosts important events such as the Frankfurt Book Fair (the world's most important publishing event). The city is known for its exceptional number of fine museums covering art, science, and history. The traditional cider pubs in Sachsenhausen and the 'Fressgass' (eating street) should not be missed.

Visit the Romerberg, Museum District (Museumsufer), The Palm Garden (Palmengarten), St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, The Hauptwache, Goethe House and Museum, The Frankfurt Museum of Modern Art, Zoo Frankfurt, Stadel Museum, and so much more!

Located at the foot of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden has been renowned since Roman times for its curative baths and hot springs. Today, it evokes an aura of 19th-century privilege, combined with the most modern facilities. The surrounding countryside is perfect for hiking and mountain climbing and in wintertime it's a center for skiing. Don't miss the Hohenbaden Castle, built in 1102, known locally as the Altes Schloss, and the magnificent view of the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley.

Visit Friedrichsbad, Caracalla Spa, Museum Frieder Burda, Baden-Baden Casino, Lichtentaler Allee, and so much more!

Freiburg is the warmest, sunniest city in Germany. The longest cable car in Germany (about 2.25 miles) runs from Gunterstal up to a nearby mountain called Schauinsland. Freiburg is also known for its magnificent cathedral, an excellent example of late gothic architecture. The view from the bell-tower is over 6 miles on a clear day. Don't miss out on Carnival as Freiburg is one of the few places in Germany where it is traditionally celebrated.

Visit the Freiburg Minster, the historic old town, hike or take the Schlossbergbahn funicular to Schlossberg, discover the Augustinermuseum, experience the Bächle, and so much more!

Heidelberg is home to a 13th century castle, the oldest university in Germany, and the longest pedestrian street in Europe. The city is situated below the mountains, and flanks the river Neckar in southwest Germany. Tourists flock here for its charming old town and rich history as well as its stunning landscapes, shops, cafes, and beautiful architecture. In addition to universities, Heidelberg hosts many internationally renowned research institutes and research-based companies.

Explore Heidelberg Castle, Wine Barrel - The great Tun, walk through the Altstadt (old town), the Old Bridge, University Library and Museum, Student Karzer, the Neckar River, Neuenheim, Philosopher's Walk, Thingstatte Open Air Theater, and so much more!

Big city style and rural charm, Alpine character and Mediterranean verve, art treasures and the Oktoberfest, traditional customs and high technology, beer gardens and haute cuisine, operas and cool bars; these are all ingredients that makes Bavaria's state capital so endlessly fascinating, and so popular with visitors from around the world. Sprawling Munich is one of Germany's major cultural centers, second only to Berlin in terms of museums and theaters. It's also one of Germany's most festive cities, and its location, at the foot of the Alps, is idyllic. Munich's self-imposed image is that of a fun-loving and festival-addicted city - typified by its Oktoberfest.

Explore Marienplatz and the New Town Hall of Munich, Frauenkirche - Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady, Dachau Concentration Camp, The English Garden, Beer Halls, Viktualienmarkt, Residence Palace of Munich, Deutsches Museum, Museums Ensemble: Alte Pinakothek, Neue Pinakothek, Pinakothek der Moderne, Olympic Stadium of Munich, BMW Museum and much more.