UNESCO World Heritage Sites in France
France has 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including 6 transboundary sites. Of France's World Heritage Sites, 39 are in mainland France (or just off the…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Switzerland
Switzerland is known for its majestic mountainous landscapes, but the country’s natural assets are not the only attractions worth checking out. Switzerland is home to 12 UNESCO…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany
If you are planning a trip to Germany, you should try to visit some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. I've created a listing for you to compare and see which sites you might…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Netherlands
The Netherlands has a long and rich cultural history. Despite its small size, the Netherlands boasts 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There is a large…
4711 Eau De Cologne
In production since at least 1799, this classic German scent has adorned the wrists of men and women alike since the 18th century. Originally intended…
Heinzelmännchen Fountain in Cologne, Germany
Stories about elves have long tradition in Germany, and have been passed along orally for generations. Industrious Elves performed household and farm chores, made shoes and…
Castles Along the Rhine
The Rhine's lush hillsides are thick with wine grapes, thriving towns, and towering castles. The highest concentration of castles are in Germany’s 40-mile long Upper…
Photographing Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral is Germany’s most visited landmark with an average of 20,000 visitors a day. This famous monument of German Catholicism and Gothic architecture survived…
Marksburg Castle
Perched high atop a steep hill overlooking the town of Braubach, Marksburg was constructed around 1231 with expansion to its current size in 1283. As the only hilltop…
Cologne Cathedral (Köln Dom)
The grandeur of Cologne’s romantic Romanesque meets grand Gothic Kölner Dom draws crowds from around the world on a daily basis. Here are a few…