Nature & Recreation

Some of  Europe's most beautiful natural areas are just a short train ride away from Germany's major cities and tourist destinations, which makes planning an outdoor escape during your trip to Germany a snap.

Clear mountain stream © picture-alliance/HB Verlag

Four Tips for A Green Trip To Germany

Giving your vacation a green theme is a great way to experience the best Germany has to offer with all your senses.

Green Travel

The town of Beilstein is tucked among steep vineyards. © picture-alliance/dpa

Biking Germany's Great Rivers

When it comes to choosing a route, both hardcore cycle tourists and day-trippers generally have the same kind of territory in mind. They like to pedal through rural landscapes with rivers, lakes and views of the sea.  We profile three routes that offer all of the above.

Bicycle Touring

Kayaker

View from the Canoe – Wasserwandern in Germany

"Wasserwandern" is the German term for touring by water, traveling by canoe or a kayak along the designated waterways of multiple connected lakes or rivers. Rest areas, campgrounds and even restaurants are sometimes scattered along the route. 

Wasserwandern

Nature & Recreation