This latest revision covers the tremendous changes taking place, especially in Berlin and the East, as well as the momentous changeover to a new monetary system and the growing importance of the Internet as a source of up-to-the-minute factual data. Each

Endorsed by British Rail and Air France, this guide unlocks 50 delightful adventures within a day's easy range by rail or car from Munich, Frankfurt, or Hamburg--exciting and colorful destinations in Bavaria, the Rhineland, and the north. Self-guided walking tours present all the worthwhile sights and every one-day adventure includes a detailed street map, photographs, commentary, weather details, and more.

This popular guide offers readers a careful look at 45 of the most exciting destinations in France, showing step by step exactly how they can explore each place on their own. A carefully conceived self-guided walking tour covers Paris and is accompanied by large maps, photos, travel directions, time and weather practicalities, restaurant recommendations, and more. 89 photos. 55 maps.

Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Germany. From fairy-tale castles and alpine forests to quaint villages and modern cities: experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Germany you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Germany Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the towering Zugspitze and jagged Alps to rustic villages and delicious strudel How to connect with local culture: Stroll through a Cristkindlemarkt around Christmas, chat with fans about the latest fussball match, or kick back in a biergarten Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a Berliner Weisse in hand Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Munich, Bavaria, Tirol, Salzburg, Berchtesgaden, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest, Rothenburg, Würzburg, Frankfurt, Rhine Valley, Mosel Valley, Trier, Cologne, Nürnburg, Lutherland, Leipzig, Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Germany. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Germany.

With this guide, find your way effortlessly around the vast countryside and inspiring cities of Germany. Explore the vibrant center of Berlin, wonder at the stunning beauty of Bavaria, or uncover the compelling history of Saxony. Covering every part of the country in detail, the guide is broken up into sections-Berlin, Eastern Germany, Western Germany, Southern Germany, and Northern Germany-and is packed with itinerary suggestions, restaurant recommendations, and handpicked hotels. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Germany is the perfect companion for an exploration of this dynamic and diverse country. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Germany truly shows you this city as no one else can.