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Heidelberg is the fifth-largest town in the State of Baden-Württemberg. It is one of the most popular travel destinations in Germany. Some 3 million people visit the town on the Neckar River annually.

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Building houses with a 3D-printer

Building houses with a 3D-printer

Building with 3D printers: The biggest house is being built with a printer in Heidelberg.
ArchitectureJuly 26, 202305:00 min
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PoliticsJune 13, 2023
The city of Heidelberg with a view of the river and bridge.

10 of the loveliest German old towns

10 of the loveliest German old towns

Whether timber-framed, Gothic or Renaissance style, many old towns in Germany are a delight.
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The Palatinate Forest

The Palatinate Forest

March 21 is the International Day of Forests. Discover the Palatinate Forest in southwestern Germany.
TravelMarch 21, 20229 images
Aerial view of the historical festiively lit Christmas Market on the Neumarkt in Dresden at night, Germany

Some German Christmas markets open amid COVID uncertainty

Some German Christmas markets open amid COVID uncertainty

While some fairs are opening as planned, others are being cancelled due to regional infection spikes.
TravelNovember 22, 202110 images
Archive director Ittai Joseph Tamari

Germany's central Jewish archive reopens in Heidelberg

Germany's central Jewish archive reopens in Heidelberg

The archive contains collections on Jewish life in Germany and will serve to foster understanding of Jewish culture.
HistorySeptember 14, 2021
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