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Western Germany
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Traditionally known for its industry—home to the Ruhr—Western Germany isn’t widely seen as a holiday destination. Yet beyond a niche "industrial tourism" scene, the region boasts charming cities (Aachen, Bonn, Cologne, Trier) and two prime spots for river cruises (and wine): the Middle Upper Rhine Valley, also called the "Romantic Rhine," and the Moselle Valley.
Overview
Traditionally known for its industry—home to the Ruhr—Western Germany isn’t widely seen as a holiday destination. Yet beyond a niche "industrial tourism" scene, the region boasts charming cities (Aachen, Bonn, Cologne, Trier) and two prime spots for river cruises (and wine): the Middle Upper Rhine Valley, also called the "Romantic Rhine," and the Moselle Valley.
Key facts
- Type of place: tourist region.
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- Main city: Cologne.
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- Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
- Highlights (out of ): Nature / ; Adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation/holidays
Main cities
Tourist attractions
Cities and heritage
Nature and activities
Climate and weather in Western Germany
- Aachen
- Bonn
- Cologne
- Dortmund
- Duisburg
- Düsseldorf
- Essen
- Gelsenkirchen
- Monschau
- Münster
- Ruhr
- Soest
- Eifel National Park
- Siebengebirge
- Eltz Castle
- Koblenz
- Cochem
- Mainz
- Speyer
- Trier
- Worms
- Palatinate Forest
- Middle Upper Rhine Valley
- Saarlouis
- Saarbrücken
- Moselle Valley (Germany)
- Corvey Abbey
- Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces
- Völklingen Ironworks