Wittenberg is the capital of Wittenberg District in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, located in the eastern part of the state on the banks of the Elbe River, east of Dessau-Roßlau, south of Fläming, and north of the Dübener Heide. In the 16th century, it was one of Germany’s most important political, cultural, historical, and artistic centers, with its old town being the starting point of the Reformation...
Halberstadt is located at the northern foot of the Harz Mountains in Germany and is governed by the state of Saxony-Anhalt. Although it was severely damaged during World War II, the old town still retains several important historic buildings, creating a beautiful skyline. Halberstadt Cathedral was built in the 13th century...
Wernigerode is a city in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, located southwest of Wernigerode and on the northern slopes of the Harz Mountains, at an elevation of 250 meters above sea level. This small town is also known as the "Colorful Town of the Harz Mountains" and attracts visitors from around the world year-round thanks to its unparalleled charm. …
Köthen is a city in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, located about 30 kilometers north of Halle. It serves as the capital of the district of Anhalt-Bitterfeld and is currently home to the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Köthen boasts numerous churches, including St. Jacob’s Church, which dates back to 1400, St. Agnes Church from 1699,...
Halle is located in the southern part of Saxony-Anhalt and is one of the more populous major cities in the state. It serves as an important economic and educational hub in eastern Germany. As a renowned education center in Germany, the University of Halle-Wittenberg in the city is the largest university in Saxony-Anhalt and also one of the oldest in Germany...
Glienicke Bridge is located in the Potsdam area of Germany. It derives its name from the former small Glienicke Manor nearby, which is now the site of Glienicke Palace. This bridge spans the Havel River, connecting Berlin and Potsdam. The bridge once served as the dividing line between West Berlin and East Germany — the end of West Berlin and the beginning of East Germany. From...
Babelsberg Film Park is located in Potsdam, Germany. Babelsberg is home to the world’s oldest large-scale film studio and was once Europe’s largest movie production site. The first German film was produced here in 1912. Covering an area of 25,000 square meters, the park has been in operation for over a century and has been the filming location for more than a thousand movies, among which the more...
Located in Brandenburg, southeast of Berlin, approximately 100 kilometers from the capital, the Spreewald Forest was designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1991. It is renowned for its traditional irrigation system and attracts numerous visitors every year. The Spreewald Forest is a unique...
The Spree River flows through the German cities of Berlin, the state of Saxony, and the state of Brandenburg. It is a left tributary of the Havel River, originating from the northern foothills of the Lusatian Mountains. It flows northward through wide marshlands, forming numerous lakes, and joins the Havel River in the Berlin area. The Spree River is 403 kilometers long in total, with a drainage basin covering up to 10,000 square kilometers. It is one of the most important rivers in Berlin...
Potsdam is located in the eroded mountain and glacial region of north-central Germany, just 10 kilometers from Berlin. A series of lakes and ponds formed by the Spree Forest and the Havel River provide Potsdam’s palaces and gardens with exceptional natural surroundings. The history of this place can be traced back to as early as the 10th century, and it has historically...
Sanssouci Palace is located in the northern suburbs of Potsdam, the capital city of Brandenburg in the eastern part of the Federal Republic of Germany. The name of the palace is derived from the French phrase meaning "carefree" or "without worries." Sanssouci Palace and its surrounding gardens were built during the reign of Prussian King Frederick II (1745–1757), modeled after the architectural style of the Palace of Versailles in France. …
Stendal is located in the district of Stendal, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, 125 kilometers west of Berlin and 170 kilometers east of Hanover. It was established as a village in 1022, became an important fortress town in 1640, and is now home to the Magdeburg-Stendal University. The Altmark...
Eberswalde is an important city in the German state of Brandenburg, located 50 kilometers northeast of Berlin. Surrounded by lush forests, it is also known as the "City of Forests." The renowned Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve is situated nearby...
Senftenberg is a town in the state of Brandenburg, Germany, located on the river Schwarze Elster. It was first mentioned in 1279 and is home to the Lausitz University of Applied Sciences. Senftenberg Lake is the city’s most famous tourist destination, ideal for both day trips and longer holidays, and is well known throughout Germany for its excellent water quality…
Located on the Spree River about 125 kilometers southeast of Berlin, Cottbus is the second-largest city in Germany’s Brandenburg state, after Potsdam. The city is a well-known university town in Brandenburg and home to the Brandenburg University of Technology. It also serves as the cultural center for the Sorbian (Lower Sorbian) minority. Cottbus has…
Brandenburg an der Havel, also known as "Brandenburg," is located in the central part of Germany’s most water-rich state, Brandenburg, and is bordered by 3,500 lakes and 6,700 kilometers of waterways. The city is a well-known hub for water sports in Germany, offering water sports enthusiasts a truly welcoming environment. Brandenburg…
Located on the banks of the Havel River and bordering Berlin to the north, Potsdam is the capital of Germany’s Brandenburg state. As the most populous city in Brandenburg, it serves as a key regional hub and was the site of the historic Potsdam Conference held at the end of World War II. The city is surrounded by the Elbe and Havel rivers, as well as numerous lakes and forests...
Meseberg Palace is located in Meseberg, Brandenburg, Germany, southeast of Lake Huwenowsee, near Gransee. It serves as Germany’s state guesthouse and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it one of the country’s most important palaces. Meseberg Palace…
Cecilienhof Palace is located at the northern end of the Neuer Garten (New Garden) park area in Potsdam, Brandenburg. It was built by German Emperor Wilhelm II of Prussia for his eldest son, Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm, and his wife, Duchess Cecilie. It is one of Germany’s most famous palaces. ...
Lübeck Cathedral is located in Lübeck, in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein. It was founded in 1173 by Henry the Lion as the cathedral of the Diocese of Lübeck. Unfortunately, parts of the church were destroyed during World War II, and the organ was also lost in the fire...