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Short Breaks in Germany

Easily accessible by train, Germany offers a huge range of unique experiences making this diverse and picturesque country an excellent choice for a short break. Whatever your tastes and interests, there’s bound to something fantastic awaiting your arrival in both its cities and rural regions.  

From bustling Berlin with its resurgent cultural scene to the historic architecture of Munich, famed for Oktoberfest and Cologne's glorious Cathedral and Hamburg's wealth of culture and history as a Hanseatic Port; these spectacular cities are just some of your options for a short break from daily life.

During the festive season, many German cities, such as Cologne, Nuremberg, Berlin and Hamburg and beyond, play host to lovely Christmas Markets, which are perfect getaways to enjoy holiday cheer, sample regional specialties and stock up on fabulous gifts and beautiful decorations.

 Whether you’re interested in being part of a tour or prefer more independence, there is a wide range of guided and self-guided holidays to choose from. Our journey planner shows you how to travel to Germany by train. Featured below, we’ve listed some of the best short breaks in Germany, all of which you can reach by train.

The Rhine Valley is dotted with historic cities

Rhine Valley and Black Forest Cities by Train

Travel through the fairytale scenery of the Rhine Valley, alongside vineyards and mediaeval castles, and on through the Black Forest to historic Freibourg and the famous spa town of Baden-Baden.
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