Visiting Germany

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UNESCO-world heritage in Germany

UNESCO-world heritage in Germany

Buchenwald Jasmund

Buchenwald Jasmund

Buchenwald Jasmund

Buchenwald Jasmund

Aachen Cathedral - UNESCO world heritage site since 1978

Aachen Cathedral - UNESCO world heritage site since 1978

The interior of the Aachen Cathedral

The interior of the Aachen Cathedral

Speyer Cathedral

Speyer Cathedral

Würzburg Residence with the Court Gardens and Residence Square

Würzburg Residence with the Court Gardens and Residence Square

Die Wieskirche

Die Wieskirche

Das Schloß Augustusburg in Brühl

Das Schloß Augustusburg in Brühl

Mariendom in Hildesheim

Mariendom in Hildesheim

Sankt Michaeliskirche in Hildesheim

Sankt Michaeliskirche in Hildesheim

Trier - Porta Nigra

Trier - Porta Nigra

Die Altstadt in Lübeck

Die Altstadt in Lübeck

Rotwildrudel

International Year of Forests: experiencing biodiversity

It is a major element in climate and environmental protection, a vital habitat, an important economic factor and a popular place for recreation: the forest is an indispensible ecosystem on our planet – and in 2011 it is the focus of a special International Year of Forests, called into being by the United Nations (UN). The year is aiming to raise people’s awareness about the significance of forests, their sustainable cultivation and their role in fighting poverty.

Buchmesse Frankfurt - Eröffnung

Trade Fairs in Germany 2011

Here, you will find all important fairs concerning the themes fashion, technology, alimentation and other innovations.

Visiting Germany

Facts about Germany

Facts about Germany

Facts about Germany is a handbook for anyone seeking reliable and up-to-date information on the Federal Republic of Germany. It provides facts and figures about the country and its people, its government system, social life, political groupings and trends, all the different sectors of industry and business, and the multi-faceted face of culture in Germany and its 16 federal states.

Customs regulations

Spürhund des Zolls bei der Arbeit

From June 15, 2007 anybody entering the European Community from, or leaving it for Non-Member States and carrying cash with a total value of € 10.000,-- or more is required to declare the cash to the competent national authorities. Please find the appropriate forms, an information sheet and a brochure below.