Map of Germany

Where is Germany? • German Travel and Tourism

The Federal Republic of Germany is located in the heart of Europe, bordered by Poland and the Czech Republic to the east, by Austria and Switzerland to the south, by France, Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands to the west, and by Denmark to the north. Occupying an area of 137,847 square miles, Germany has northern coastlines along the Baltic Sea and North Sea. The fifth largest country in Europe, Germany is home to a population of more than 82 million. The nation's official language is German, and its currency is the Euro.

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Geography of Germany

Germany comprises three geographical regions: the north German plain, the central highlands, and the south central Alps. The northern plain is watered by the Elbe, Weser, and Oder Rivers; it includes the industrial centers of Hamburg, Bremen, Hanover, and Kiel. The capital city of Berlin lies in the east, as do the former East German cities of Leipzig, Dresden, and Magdeburg. Germany's northwest includes the industrialized cities of Cologne, Essen, and Dusseldorf.

The cities of Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, and Nuremberg, as well as the Harz Mountains, comprise the central highlands. Frankfurt, a cosmopolitan city situated along the Main river in western Germany, is an important business center and boasts a spectacular skyline. Munich, a popular tourist destination in southern Germany, mingles urban sophistication and haute cuisine with Bavarian folk traditions like Lederhosen and Black Forest cake. Southern Germany borders Switzerland and lays claim to the impressive Bavarian Alps, as well as Germany's highest peak, Zugspitze. The famous Black Forest, one of Germany's greatest attractions, is also located in the south.

The Capital of Germany

Berlin, which is also Germany's largest city, is located along the banks of the River Spree. At the end of World War II, the virtually destroyed Berlin was divided into four sections: British, French, U.S., and Soviet. When East Germany was established, the Soviet sector of Berlin became East Berlin, and the rest was West Berlin. The famous Berlin Wall dividing the city was erected in 1961, where it remained until East and West Germany reunited. Today, parts of the Berlin Wall remain as a monument.

Germany Travel Information

Germany features picturesque small towns, elegant cities with a wealth of art museums and culture, and castles along the Rhine River. In south central Germany, the traveler can find serene farmland, stately forests, and beautiful mountainous landscapes. Germany's attractions range from the Alps and quaint architecture to historic castles and authentic German food. Germany's highest point is Zugspitze at 9,721 feet (2,963 meters).

German Tourism

German Tourist Board - Discover Germany on your trip through various regions, and enjoy everything from the exciting hustle and bustle of the large cities to the cultural wonders. Encounter a very special part of Europe!

Germany Resources

CIA - The World Factbook - Germany - Government almanac for Germany offering statistics, geography, and maps.
Germany in the Yahoo! Directory - Features government, tourist, art and other sites from Germany.
Wikipedia - Germany - Free online encyclopedia offers information about German history and the geography and regions of Germany.

Germany News

Shame and Fear: Inside Germany's Catholic Sexual Abuse Scandal
The Catholic Church in Germany has been shaken in recent days by revelations of a series of sexual abuse cases. Close to 100 priests and members of the laity have been suspected of abuse in recent years. ...
Spiegel Online. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:13:06 +0100.
U.S.: We'll talk only to Taliban who've cut ties with al Qaida
MUNICH, Germany — U.S. and NATO officials sought to clarify their approach to the Afghan war this weekend in the wake of a new strategy to engage the Taliban.
McClatchy. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:29 EST.
Pensioners face kidnap trial
BERLIN - FOUR disgruntled pensioners faced a German court Monday, accused of tying up, kidnapping and holding hostage their financial advisor after sustaining heavy losses in investments in the US property market. ...
Straits Times. 8 Feb 2010 11:51 GMT.
NATO Should Be Global Security Forum: Rasmussen
MUNICH, Germany (Reuters) - NATO should develop closer ties with China, India, Pakistan and Russia and become the forum for consultation on global security, the alliance's head said on Sunday, but a senior Russian politician reacted with skepticism.
By Reuters. International Herald Tribune. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:43:45 GMT.
US casts doubt on Iran nuke deal
THE US and Germany said yesterday they saw no sign Tehran would make concessions on its nuclear programme despite comments from Iran's foreign minister over prospects for a deal.
Irish Independent. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT.

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