In our Germany travel blogs, we talk about our weekend excursions in and around our backyard Bonn (North-Rhine Westphalia). When we have more time, we make it to Berlin, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Cologne, & more! Check out our handy city guides.
Berlin in 3 days: This Berlin travel guide is for those who’d like to discover Berlin on a budget. We’ve listed the best free things to do in Berlin, including historical attractions and riverside marvels.
We have a free walking tour of Frankfurt map for you in this Frankfurt travel blog! Treat it as your very own Frankfurt travel guide and enjoy exploring.
Ehrenfeld, Cologne, is famous for its street art and graffiti including works depicting Nazi atrocities and modern ethical dilemmas. Some of the street art can be credited to well-known artists, while others have been painted by amateur geniuses.
Cologne Cathedral is definitely first among the top things to do in Cologne. But if you want to see Cologne in 48 hours, don’t miss Flora Botanischer Garten and the original Eau de Cologne shop either.
Have only 24 hours in Dusseldorf? Here are the top things to do in Düsseldorf, ranging from castle ruins to riverside promenades in the Old Town.
Open since 1934, the Alexander Koenig Research Museum (ZFMK) in Bonn is a museum of natural history and zoological research. Check out photos from our visit.
Freizeitpark Rheinaue is a huge public park by the River Rhine in Bonn, Germany. It hosts monthly flea markets, beautiful theme parks including a Japanese garden, a large boating lake, and some historical landmarks.
Bonn is lucky enough to have its own 40 km² forest, called Kottenforst, which is a popular hiking and walking destination and also houses the Waldau animal park.
Climbing the 13th century Godesberg Castle for stunning sunset views is definitely among the top things to do in Bonn.
How has it been living in Bonn as expats, you ask? The small-town charm, the views of the Rhine river, and the sweet curves of the Siebengebirge Mountains have captured our hearts completely.