The top 5 best places to visit in Germany for a weekend

Get out of the daily grind and into the fun: A weekend trip to Germany allows you to do just that. It's worth spending two or three days discovering one of Germany's beautiful regions at any time of year.

Whether you're looking for relaxation in the big city or in the countryside, you'll find the right destination in Germany. Here are five particularly worthwhile destinations in Germany for a weekend break.

Germany's capital is predestined for one or even several weekend trips. Shopping, sightseeing, partying: everything is possible. Each district exudes its own charm.

What's more, the range of sights on offer is immense. Museum Island, Mauerpark and the Brandenburg Gate are just three of the capital's highlights. To relax, take a boat trip on the Spree and enjoy a local delicacy: Spreewald gherkins.

Fancy the beach and wind? Then Sylt is your destination for a short vacation in Germany. You can easily reach the island by train. It is 99 km² in size, making it the largest German North Sea island.

The beaches are long and wide. Their sand is reminiscent of the Caribbean. Water sports enthusiasts are drawn to the sea, while party animals make Westerland and Kampen unsafe.

Deep in the south of Germany, not far from Rosenheim, the 80 km² Chiemsee stretches out. The lake is particularly worth a visit in summer, as it is rich in bathing spots with sandy beaches.

Windsurfers, sailors and rowers also get their money's worth there. And if you're looking for a change from the water, head for the nearby Chiemgau Alps.

They form an impressive backdrop to the lake and are also a fantastic hiking area. From Lake Chiemsee, you can also quickly reach the Ruhpolding leisure park with all its activities for young and old.

The Black Forest low mountain range rises in the southwest of Germany, bordering France. It is a typical symbol of Germany abroad. There you will find tranquil villages, mysterious forest landscapes and high mountains.

Whether it's a hiking tour or a climbing excursion, outdoor activities are on the agenda for your vacation. But the region has even more to offer. It is famous for its Black Forest gateau and Black Forest ham.

They taste particularly good locally. One of the most famous souvenirs is the cuckoo clock, which is painstakingly made by hand by skilled clockmakers. If you are looking for urban flair, travel to Freiburg or Stuttgart.

Germany's second largest city boasts numerous sights. The northern German metropolis impresses with its harbor, shopping streets and countless museums.

A visit to the so-called Speicherstadt, which is an architectural masterpiece, is very popular. In the former warehouses, you will find various attractions ranging from a coffee roastery to a spice museum.