Cities of Light

The main square of Prague’s Old Town is a dramatic gathering of centuries-old structures including the Astronomical Clock, ticking since 1410.

Few cities embody the past as authentically as Prague, the Czech Republic’s atmospheric capital.

One of Germany’s most renowned and intriguing cities, Nuremberg is surrounded by 13th-century walls that have many fully intact gates and watchtowers.

Founded in 902, Bamberg remains a medieval-looking city known for its symphony orchestra and specialty, “smoke” beer.

Würzburg is home to the Bishops’ Residenz, one of Germany’s largest and most ornate palaces and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Germany’s oldest university town, Heidelberg and its castle are situated in the Neckar Valley just east of the Rhine.

Located in the heart of wine country along the Rhine, Mainz is home to one of Germany’s most dramatic cathedrals, St. Stephen’s.

Perched on a hilltop above the city and the Moselle River, the 1,000-year-old Reichsburg Castle is Cochem’s signature landmark.

A picturesque town surrounded by forests and vineyards, Trier is the birthplace of Karl Marx and a vibrant university town.

Center of the Champagne region, Reims offers diverse historic sites, notably Gallo-Roman ruins, medieval monuments and Reims Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Paris’s cultural and historic significance is evident in its many noted landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Arc de Triomphe.

Long a hub of French culture, cuisine and architectural splendor, Paris is one of the most romantic destinations in the world.