The city of Bremerhaven, Germany once again hosts SAiL Bremerhaven in which it becomes the "Capitol of Tall Ships." That's because SAiL Bremerhaven has more than 250 tall ships from around the world in a festival that only happens about once every five years. The dates are Aug. 13-17 and here's a rundown of what it is, the events, things to do and what to know. Where is … [Read more...]
The Christmas Markets And Winter Things To Do In Dresden Elbland
The winter holidays in Europe mean festive Christmas markets and in Germany's Dresden Elbland there are plenty of them. Here is a rundown of them and other things to do, events and activities this winter in Dresden Elbland. The 589th Dresden Striezelmarkt will open on November 29th. There are eleven Christmas markets in Dresden alone, and many more in the region. Two are … [Read more...]
Germany Looking Into Launching A Nationwide Transit Pass
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Now here's a good idea that might cause other countries to do the same thing. Germany is looking into launching a nationwide transit pass, similar to what many cities around the globe already have for local transportation. It would be good on regional bus, train and tram networks, tho not intercity trains and trams. The … [Read more...]
Dusseldorf Kicks Off Carnival Season With Annual Hoppeditz Celebration On 11/11 At 11 AM
This article was updated for 2025 By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger When it comes to Carnival, it's natural to think of Rio (or anywhere in Brazil for that matter) and New Orleans, which there it is called Mardi Gras. But there are other parts of the world that hold major celebrations, and one of those is Dusseldorf, Germany. In fact, it's such a big deal … [Read more...]
Rennovated Dresden Kulturpalas Expands City’s Musical Culture
Philharmonic Orchestra, Cabaret & Public Library Contained In The Modern Glass Building The musical culture of Dresden, Germany reaches a high note with the renovation of Kulturpalast, a modernized cultural center with a new concert hall as its centerpiece attraction. Located in the center of the city at the Old Market Square, the renovated Kulturpalast is the new … [Read more...]
Germany Is Full Of Fall Events & Festivals Beyond Oktoberfest
Largest Wine Festival In The World, A Grape Harvest & Windsurfing World Cup Hoisting big beers, singing "Ein Prosit" and people wearing lederhosen and barmaid outfits may spring to mind when thinking fall events in Germany, but there's a lot more happening in this country than Oktoberfest. So other than that huge bierhall bash in Munich, here's what else is … [Read more...]