Top 10 Places To Visit In Germany | AROUND THE WORLD

What's up guys! My name is Ryan Shirley and I want to show you some of my favorite places in the enchanting country of Germany. So here's my Germany top 10. Germany is home to some of the world's most stunning landscapes. From endless castles, medieval towns straight out of a fairy tale, and the towering Bavarian Alps, Germany has so much to offer. Let's start this video off in the magical village of Rottenburg. Now when you go to Rottenburg, you'll feel like you're walking in a fantasy movie. It's one of the most preserved medieval old towns in all of Europe. During the middle ages, Rottenburg thrived as it was located at the crossroads of European trade routes. At the beginning of the 15th century, it rose to becoming the second largest city in all of Germany. But during the 17th century, Rottenburg faced adversities such as the 30 year war and the bubonic plague. Without much resources, Rottenburg's growth was halted, which aided in keeping the town preserved in its medieval state. Today, Rottenburg maintains its medieval charm and it's been the inspiration for sets of Disney movies such as Pinocchio. If you go, you can check out the famous cloning corner or witness the beautiful Christmas markets, which is hard to beat the allure of this German village. From Rottenburg, you can make the three hour drive to the beautiful city of Munich. Also known as Bavaria's capital, Munich is located in the south of Germany, about 50 kilometers from the Alps. During World War II, Munich was heavily bombed by over 70 air raids, but today, the city is restored to its former beauty. One of the most popular spots is the Marienplatz central square. You'll find the new town hall with its stunning clock tower and historical figurines. After exploring Munich, we're going to head to the Alps to visit Berchtesgaden. Now I have to say this may be one of the most beautiful towns in all of Germany. It's just a two hour drive from Munich and it's nestled in the Bavarian Alps. One of my favorite features of the town is the Watzmann mountain. It has these uniquely shaped peaks that tower over the town. It almost looks like someone took a bite out of it. There's so many beautiful churches around Berchtesgaden to explore, such as the Maria Gurren church, which offers a perfect view of the Watzmann peaks. Just south of the town is where Hitler's former eagle's nest retreat is located. It's now a restaurant with unbelievable views. The area is full of stunning alpine lakes such as Hintersee, which offers just incredible views. You could also visit the Berchtesgaden national park and explore all its hidden treasures. I mean, the whole area is just pure paradise. Now after we're going to visit Lake Constance. Now it's this massive lake that's not only in Germany, but also borders Austria and Switzerland. I remember I was hiking in the mountains of Switzerland and I can see the lake from where I was at, which is huge. Now it's the second largest lake in all of Europe by volume. Now one scenic place on the lake is this town called Lindau. Now what makes it so unique is that it's this island. Now it was first mentioned by a monk in the ninth century and during medieval times it became quite the fortified city. Today it's a popular place to visit. I just love the harbor and just the fact that it's an island. I mean, Another picturesque city on Lake Constance is Meersburg. It's located right on the shores and it's a historical town. Lots of beautiful colored houses and I just can't think of a better place to go during a warm German summer. After we're going to visit the Hohenzollern Castle. Now I have to say this is one of the most impressive castles in all of Germany. It sits perfectly on Mount Hohenzollern and can be seen from miles away. Hohenzollern is the last of three castles that was built upon this hill. It was completed in 1867 as memorial to the Prussian royal family. Today it's one of Germany's most visited castles and I understand why. Another stunning castle in Germany is the Cohem Castle. The original castle was built back in the 1100s and it made its money by collecting shipping tools on passing ships down on the river. Sadly it was destroyed in 1689 by the French, but in 1868 a wealthy businessman from Berlin decided to rebuild the castle ruins. Today it stands perched on a hill overlooking the beautiful town of Cohem and the Massel River. Another stunning castle just 30 minutes away is the Eltz Castle. It's a popular place to get that classic Instagram picture. So if you're in the area you gotta check both these castles out. You won't regret it. After we're going to visit the capital city of Berlin. Now today Berlin is a thriving capital with a population of over 3.6 million people. It's an incredible city with a complicated history. Now Berlin was first documented in the 13th century. During World War II it was the headquarters of Hitler's Third Reich and became the most heavily bombed city in history. After the war Berlin was divided into the East and West Berlin. With the end of the Cold War, East and West Berlin were finally reunited in 1990. So one of my favorite spots is the Radenburg Gate. It's this 18th century neoclassical monument that is Germany's national symbol of unity and peace. You can also check out the Berlin Wall Memorial to see remnants of the historical wall. After Berlin we're going to head over to Hamburg. Located in northern Germany on the Elbe River, Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany after Berlin. Thanks to its access to the North Sea, Hamburg grew as the port city throughout the ages. Today it is Europe's third largest port. I just love all the canals that run through the city. Hamburg is home to 2,500 bridges making it the city with the highest number of bridges in Europe. It reminds me of modern-day Venice. A really impressive spot in the city is the Speicherstadt. It's the largest warehouse district in the world. Now another beautiful spot in the city is the Alsar Lakes. It's a set of two artificial lakes that are often full of sailboats during the summertime. Now after Hamburg we're going to head over to Frankfurt. Located in west central Germany, Frankfurt is one of Europe's major financial hubs and it's home to the European Central Bank. It's full of beautiful skyscrapers and kind of reminds me of American cities. Aside from its skyscrapers and financial districts, Frankfurt is a beautiful historical town. One of the most popular places is Romerberg. It's a beautiful town square lined with colorful timber houses that will get your German vibes going. From Frankfurt you can make the three-hour drive to the Black Forest. Now located right on the border of France, the Black Forest is a giant region famous for its dense vegetation, picturesque villages, and it's often associated with the Ruthergrim fairytales. Whenever I think of Germany, I just think of the Black Forest with its cuckoo clocks and just beautiful German towns. I mean, I can't think of a better place to road trip and experience the beauty of southern Germany. I mean, just such a cool region. After we're going to head to the beautiful town of Fassen. Now located right at the foot of the Bavarian Alps, Fassen is a 700-year-old medieval city full of old world charm. Its streets are lined with cobblestones and you feel like you're walking back in time as you explore it. I just love all the classical German houses and I think it's so cool how the milky blue river Lech runs right next to the town. The crowning feature of Fassen is the high castle and it just adds so much character to the town. If you really want to go back in time, you just gotta give Fassen a visit. Now for our final destination, we're going to visit the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle. I have to say that it is the most beautiful castle in all Europe. It's what inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle. I mean, it's just the perfect place for a princess. Now, the castle is nestled at the very tip of southern Germany. Neuschwanstein Castle is placed perfectly in the mountains with a phenomenal 360 view of the Bavarian Alps and the town below. The construction of the castle began in 1869. During World War II, the SS debated blowing up the castle to prevent it from falling into the enemy's hands, but thankfully it never happened. To date, the castle receives over 1.4 million visitors a year, so it's definitely a tourist hot spot. I mean, I just can't get over the beauty of this castle. It's something straight out of a fairy tale. Well, that is it for my Germany Top 10. I mean, there's just so many beautiful places that I couldn't cover, so I'll have to do a part two. Let me know where your favorite place is in Germany in the comments below. I also started a relaxation channel where I post hour-long films with calming music to bring some peace and nature in your life. I did one on Germany you might like. You can find me on TikTok and Instagram at shirley.films. It's Ryan and we will see you later.