7. Museum Mad
There are over 6250 different museums in Germany, covering an endless range of subjects and interests (including the aforementioned currywurst and bread museums!). There are museums lauding German composers like Bach, Handel and Mendelssohn. There are car museums celebrating Porche, BMW and Mercedes-Benz. There historical museums that focus on Gutenberg, Karl Marx and the Berlin Wall. There are world class art collections exhibiting old masters from around the world. There are museums dedicated to Bahaus design. There’s a German Sports and Olympic Museum, a Toy Museum and a Zeppelin Museum. Wherever you go in Germany, you’ll find some sort of museum to enlighten you on a rainy day.
8. Castles Galore
There are more than 25,000 castles, palaces and grand residences throughout Germany. Many are well preserved and right out of a fairytale. Most stem from medieval times when the region was divided into small feudal states, each with its own noble leader. Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein castle is one of the most famous examples, but there are many more to explore. Some have been converted into hotels and restaurants so you too can feel like nobility. If you don’t have a royal budget, 12th century Castle Stahleck in the Rhine Valley has been converted into an affordable hostel.
