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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Germany.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from living out your fairy-tale fantasies at Schloss Neuschwanstein to frolicking around Hanover's sprawling Herrenhäuser Gärten, and canoeing on the forest-rimmed lakes of the Müritz National Park.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's Germany Travel Guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips Updated with an all new structure and designso you can navigate Germany and connect experiences together with ease Create your perfect trip with exciting itinerariesfor extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and admire Sanssouci Park and Palace, explore the Deutsches Romantik-Museum, visit UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein Special featureson Oktoberfest, driving on the Autobahn, castles and palaces Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with German culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and mapsincluding a pull out map of Berlin CoversBerlin, around Berlin, Hamburg & the North, Central Germany, Saxony, Munich, Bavaria, Stuttgart & the Black Forest, Frankfurt & Southern Rhineland, Cologne & Northern Rhineland, Lower Saxony & Bremen

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Germany.