Cultural Holidays in Germany

Germany, known as the land of thinkers and poets, has a rich and varied culture, which has had a huge impact on the world.

Boasting some of the great figures of philosophy and literature, plus a luminary musical tradition including Beethoven and Bach as well as Kraftwerk - and the country remains at the vanguard of musical innovation.

With a turbulent and intriguing history, there is much to discover in this large country, which has diverse regional cultures, traditions and cuisines.

A cultural holiday in Germany is a great way to explore and uncover the country's many cultures, from river cruises to rail journeys and other overland journeys, there are plenty of great opportunities to experience Germany’s culture.

Featured below, we’ve listed some of the best culture holidays in Germany, all of which you can reach by train or ferry. Our journey planner shows you how to travel to Germany by train.