German States & Regions
Discover the diversity of Germany's 16 federal states, each with its own unique culture, landscapes, and traditions.
2 Regions
Highlights Across Germany's 16 States
From the white-sand beaches of Sylt in Schleswig-Holstein to the glacier-capped Zugspitze in Bavaria, Germany's regions span coastlines, river valleys, forests, and Alpine peaks.
Travel south-west to Baden-Württemberg's Black Forest where cuckoo-clock villages sit beside biosphere reserves, or cruise the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley between Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate.
In the east, Saxony and Brandenburg blend baroque splendour with easy rail links to Berlin's culture scene, while North Rhine-Westphalia showcases industrial heritage routes and vibrant urban life.
Regional Traditions and Folklore
Many regions keep unique traditions alive. Thuringia is famous for the beloved Gartenzwerg (garden gnome)
Explore Germany by Region
Each region offers distinct landscapes, flavours, and experiences ready to be discovered.