An Overview

Germany, with its rich culture and heritage, is one of the most visited countries in Europe. The country has many historical sites and cultural and natural landmarks that attract tourists from across the globe. Here is a list of the most visited German cities:

Berlin, Germany

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is the most visited city in the country. Berlin is associated with a rich history and culture that attracts tourists from across the globe. 138 museums and over 400 art galleries are present in the city. Nearly one-third of the area of Berlin is covered by parks, gardens, and forests. Tourism has steadily risen in the city. The city recorded 31.1 million overnight stays in 2016. Some of the most visited places here include the Potsdamer Platz, the Berlin wall, Museumsinsel, Französischer Dom, etc. A large number of foreign visitors also visit the city for attending international conferences, academic events, and business meetings. According to a report, in 2015 Berlin hosted 195 international meetings. Berlins population is about 3.6 million. Berlins tourist population is 13.5 million people.

Munich, Germany

Germany’s second most visited city, Munich is based on the banks of the Isar River in Bavaria. Like Berlin, Munich is also a city with a rich history and culture. It is regarded as one of the major cultural centers in Europe. Munich hosts many museums and art galleries. The Oktoberfest (a beer festival and traveling funfair) is one of the main attractions of this city. Millions of people from different parts of the world arrive in Munich every September to participate in the two-week fest.

Hamburg, Germany

The second largest city in Germany is the nation’s third most visited city. In 2016, it received 13.3 million overnight stays. Hamburg has a thriving tourism sector that employs over 175,000 people. The tourism industry here is one of the fastest growing ones in the country. The city hall, St. Michaelis church, harbor promenade, and the old warehouse district are the most visited destinations here. Hamburg’s Reeperbahn area also hosts Europe’s largest red light district.

Created by: Faith Brown, Pryor Middle School