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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Germany, a country known for its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities, is a dream destination for travelers seeking a diverse and immersive experience. From the historic streets of Berlin to the fairytale castles of Bavaria, Germany offers a wealth of cultural, historical, and natural treasures. To make the most of your trip and ensure a seamless and memorable experience, consider European vacation packages that include Germany as a highlight. In this blog post, we will delve into the...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='display:none;' class='shareaholic-canvas' data-app='share_buttons' data-title='Germany&#039;s Rich Heritage: Explore it with The Best Vacation Packages' data-link='https://www.EricGamble.com/germanys-rich-heritage-explore-it-with-the-best-vacation-packages/' data-app-id-name='category_above_content'></div><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Germany, a country known for its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities, is a dream destination for travelers seeking a diverse and immersive experience. From the historic streets of Berlin to the fairytale castles of Bavaria, Germany offers a wealth of cultural, historical, and natural treasures. To make the most of your trip and ensure a seamless and memorable experience, consider </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fguidetoeurope.com%2Fbest-vacation-packages&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">European vacation packages</span></a></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> that include Germany as a highlight. In this blog post, we will delve into the wonders of Germany&#8217;s rich heritage and explore how vacation packages can enhance your journey through this fascinating country.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Uncover History in Berlin</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Begin your German adventure in the bustling capital city of Berlin, where history is palpable at every turn. Explore the remnants of the Berlin Wall, visit the iconic Brandenburg Gate, and immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits at the Museum Island. With </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fguidetoeurope.com%2Fgermany%2Fbest-vacation-packages&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">vacation packages in Germany</span></a></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, you can enjoy guided tours that provide deep insights into the city&#8217;s tumultuous past, including a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum and the haunting Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Don&#8217;t forget to take a stroll along Unter den Linden, Berlin&#8217;s historic boulevard, and discover the city&#8217;s vibrant art scene, eclectic cuisine, and vibrant nightlife.</span></p>
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<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Marvel at Bavaria&#8217;s Fairytale Castles</strong></span></h2>
<p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="8930" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/germanys-rich-heritage-explore-it-with-the-best-vacation-packages/neuschwanstein-castle/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1448&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,1448" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;831C&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1506358514&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.82&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;125&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0013661202185792&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}" data-image-title="Neuschwanstein Castle" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-8930" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C362&#038;ssl=1" alt="Seeing Neuschwanstein Castle from the bridge during our vacation package in Germany" width="640" height="362" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C579&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C434&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C869&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1158&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=477%2C270&amp;ssl=1 477w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=1320%2C746&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C339&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Neuschwanstein-Castle-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No visit to Germany is complete without experiencing the enchantment of Bavaria&#8217;s fairytale castles. With vacation packages that take you to this picturesque region, you can immerse yourself in the architectural wonders of Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration behind Disney&#8217;s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Explore the charming town of Füssen, nestled in the foothills of the Alps, and indulge in traditional Bavarian cuisine and the region&#8217;s famous beer. Nearby, visit the stunning Linderhof Palace and Hohenschwangau Castle, each with its own unique charm and history. The beauty and grandeur of these castles will transport you to a bygone era of kings and queens.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Immerse Yourself in Cultural Delights in Munich</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is a vibrant city that seamlessly blends tradition and modernity. With vacation packages in Germany, you can experience the rich cultural heritage of Munich firsthand. Explore the historic Marienplatz, home to the famous Glockenspiel, and wander through the vibrant Viktualienmarkt, a bustling food market offering a wide array of local delicacies. Don&#8217;t miss the opportunity to visit the iconic Nymphenburg Palace, a baroque masterpiece surrounded by stunning gardens. And, of course, immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Oktoberfest, the world&#8217;s largest beer festival held annually in Munich.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Journey into Nature in the Black Forest</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Escape the bustling cities and venture into the tranquil beauty of the Black Forest, a region renowned for its dense forests, charming villages, and cuckoo clocks. With vacation packages that include the Black Forest, you can explore its picturesque landscapes, hike through its winding trails, and witness the majestic beauty of the Rhine Falls, Europe&#8217;s largest waterfall. Experience the warmth and hospitality of the locals as you indulge in traditional Black Forest gateau, a delectable chocolate and cherry dessert, and explore the craftsmanship of the region&#8217;s famous cuckoo clocks.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Discover the Romance of the Rhine Valley</strong></span></h2>
<p><img decoding="async" data-attachment-id="8931" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/germanys-rich-heritage-explore-it-with-the-best-vacation-packages/cologne-cathedral-in-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,1707" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Cologne Cathedral in Germany" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-8931" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1" alt="Looking at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany from across the Rhine River" width="640" height="427" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=405%2C270&amp;ssl=1 405w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1320%2C880&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cologne-Cathedral-in-Germany-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Rhine Valley, with its picturesque vineyards, mediaeval castles, and charming towns, is a destination that will capture your heart. With vacation packages that take you along the Rhine River, you can cruise through the scenic valley, passing by hilltop castles and terraced vineyards. Explore the <a href="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/" rel=""><span style="color: #0000ff;">romantic city of Cologne</span></a>, with its stunning cathedral overlooking the city. Or perhaps immerse yourself in the wine culture of the region with tastings at local vineyards by taking a leisurely stroll through the cobblestone streets of Rüdesheim or Boppard. Here you can admire the half-timbered houses and sample the region&#8217;s renowned Riesling wines. The Rhine Valley offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and culinary delights, making it a must-visit destination in Germany.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Embrace Nature&#8217;s Splendor in the Black Forest</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in southwestern Germany, the Black Forest is a region of unparalleled natural beauty. Vacation packages in Germany often include the opportunity to explore this enchanting area. Lace up your hiking boots and venture into the dense forests, where sunlight filters through the tall trees and creates a magical atmosphere. Follow the scenic trails that lead to stunning viewpoints and hidden waterfalls or rent a bicycle to explore the region&#8217;s picturesque villages and serene lakes. Don&#8217;t forget to indulge in the traditional flavors of the Black Forest, such as the famous Black Forest cake and the region&#8217;s distinct smoked ham.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Experience the Cosmopolitan Charms of Hamburg</strong></span></h2>
<p><img decoding="async" data-attachment-id="8932" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/germanys-rich-heritage-explore-it-with-the-best-vacation-packages/the-speicherstadt-section-of-hamburg-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,1707" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="The Speicherstadt section of Hamburg Germany" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-8932" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C426&#038;ssl=1" alt="Visiting the canals &amp; red brick buildings during a vacation package in Germany where we explored the Speicherstadt section of Hamburg " width="640" height="426" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?w=2560&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1 640w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=405%2C270&amp;ssl=1 405w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=1320%2C880&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/The-Speicherstadt-section-of-Hamburg-Germany-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As Germany&#8217;s second-largest city, Hamburg offers a vibrant and cosmopolitan atmosphere. With vacation packages that feature Hamburg, you can discover its unique blend of history, culture, and modernity. Explore the historic Speicherstadt district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its red-brick warehouses and canals. Visit the iconic Elbphilharmonie, a mesmerizing concert hall perched on the banks of the River Elbe. Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of the Fish Market, where vendors sell a variety of fresh seafood and local delicacies. For a touch of maritime history, take a boat tour through the bustling Port of Hamburg, one of Europe&#8217;s busiest ports.</span></p>
<h2><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Indulge in the Romance of the Romantic Road</strong></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For those seeking a fairytale-like experience, the Romantic Road is a must-visit route in Germany. Vacation packages often include this scenic journey, which stretches from Würzburg to Füssen. Travel through picturesque towns and villages adorned with half-timbered houses, flower-filled window boxes, and mediaeval castles. Explore the charming town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, known for its well-preserved mediaeval walls and quaint streets. Admire the majestic Neuschwanstein Castle, perched atop a hill and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. The Romantic Road is a perfect blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty, offering a truly romantic and unforgettable experience.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Germany&#8217;s rich heritage and diverse landscapes make it an ideal destination for travelers seeking a captivating and immersive experience. With vacation packages in Germany, you can explore the country&#8217;s fascinating history, indulge in its vibrant culture, and immerse yourself in its stunning natural landscapes. Whether you choose to wander through the historic streets of Berlin, marvel at fairytale castles in Bavaria, or venture into the tranquil beauty of the Black Forest, Germany promises to leave you with cherished memories. Choose the best vacation packages that suit your preferences and embark on an unforgettable journey through this captivating country.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When a person is dreaming of places to tackle bucket list adventures, I&#8217;m sure Germany tends pop up as an option. That&#8217;s because the country is packed with ton of fun and unique experiences. For most people, I am sure items like racing down the Autobahn, taking a river boat cruise down the Rhine River in Cologne, or dancing the Polka at Oktoberfest come to mind. But recently, we discovered a great activity you should add to your bucket list:...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='display:none;' class='shareaholic-canvas' data-app='share_buttons' data-title='Why You Should Bike Tour Germany' data-link='https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/' data-app-id-name='category_above_content'></div><p>When a person is dreaming of places to tackle bucket list adventures, I&#8217;m sure Germany tends pop up as an option. That&#8217;s because the country is packed with ton of fun and unique experiences. For most people, I am sure items like racing down the Autobahn, taking a <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ericgamble.com%2F10-things-cologne-koln-germany%2F%232_Explore_the_Rhine_River&amp;sref=rss" rel=""><span style="color: #0000ff;">river boat cruise down the Rhine River in Cologne</span></a>, or dancing the Polka at Oktoberfest come to mind. But recently, we discovered a great activity you should add to your bucket list: to Bike Tour Germany.</p>
<p>Wait, you&#8217;re not 5, why on earth would you want to spend your day cycling in Germany? I mean aren&#8217;t you on Holiday?</p>
<p>Look, we get it! Exploring Germany by bike might sound hard but trust us riding German touring bikes are as easy as, well, riding a bike!</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Cycling in Germany is Very Convenient</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1815" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/riding-donkey-republic-bikes-by-bellevue-palace-in-berlin-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Riding-Donkey-Republic-Bikes-by-Bellevue-Palace-in-Berlin-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="640,480" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Riding Donkey Republic Bikes by Bellevue Palace in Berlin Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Riding Donkey Republic Bikes by Bellevue Palace in Berlin Germany&lt;/p&gt;
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Travelling around Germany isn&#8217;t necessarily hard with countless trains, underground rails, and bus routes. Yet, when you bike tour Germany, you no longer worry about crowds or timetables. Not to mention, often when you arrive by public transportation, you still have to walk to your desired destination.</p>
<p>Of course, you could always rent a car in Germany. However, you still face the challenge of traffic and finding parking. When cycling in Germany, you can easily just ride up to your desired destination and not have to worry about spending hours looking for a spot to park.</p>
<hr /><p><em>Whether it&#039;s seeing amazing palaces, admiring the Berlin Wall, or exploring along the Rhine River, cycling in Germany can get you there. See why you should add BIKE TOUR GERMANY to your Bucket List! #DonkeyRepublic #biking</em><br /><a href='http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fintent%2Ftweet%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.EricGamble.com%252F%253Fp%253D1813%26%23038%3Btext%3DWhether%2520it%2527s%2520seeing%2520amazing%2520palaces%252C%2520admiring%2520the%2520Berlin%2520Wall%252C%2520or%2520exploring%2520along%2520the%2520Rhine%2520River%252C%2520cycling%2520in%2520Germany%2520can%2520get%2520you%2520there.%2520See%2520why%2520you%2520should%2520add%2520BIKE%2520TOUR%2520GERMANY%2520to%2520your%2520Bucket%2520List%2521%2520%2523DonkeyRepublic%2520%2523biking%26%23038%3Bvia%3DTheBLPblog%26%23038%3Brelated%3DTheBLPblog&amp;sref=rss' target='_blank' rel="noopener noreferrer" >Click To Tweet</a><br /><hr />
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>When You Bike Tour Germany You Discover More</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1817" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/dedicated-bike-lanes-make-it-easy-to-explore-germany-by-bike/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Dedicated-Bike-Lanes-make-it-easy-to-explore-Germany-by-Bike.jpg?fit=480%2C640&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="480,640" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Dedicated Bike Lanes make it easy to explore Germany by Bike" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Dedicated Bike Lanes make it easy to explore Germany by Bike. &lt;/p&gt;
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With over 45,000 miles of bike paths throughout the country, it is definitely easy to take a cycling holiday in Germany. Whether it&#8217;s something in the main tourist section of a city or a palace on the outskirts of town, using a German touring bike can get you there. Like in Berlin, a lot of the hot spots are near the <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitberlin.de%2Fen%2Fbrandenburg-gate&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Brandenburg Gate</span></a> in former East Berlin. But the famous&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitberlin.de%2Fen%2Fcharlottenburg-palace-old-palace&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Charlottenburg Palace</span></a> is on the other side of town in the former West Berlin. According to Google Maps, from the Brandenburg Gate, you would need to hop on the S Bahn or a bus, then transfer to the underground or another bus, and then walk 5 to 10 minutes totaling about 40 minutes. A forty-minute trip may dissuade you from visiting this beautiful palace. But with a bike, it is an easy 20-minute ride over there from Brandenburg gate.</p>
<p>Also, while riding a bike in Germany, you get to find the hidden gems like a unique historical site or local hot spot. For example, in Munich, riding bikes allowed us to discover a unique World War II historical site often missed by visitors, behind the Feldherrnhalle known as <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.atlasobscura.com%2Fplaces%2Fviscardigasse&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Shirker’s Alley&nbsp;(</span></a><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.atlasobscura.com%2Fplaces%2Fviscardigasse&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Drückebergergasse)</span></a>.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>You Save Money When You Explore Germany By Bike</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1818" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/donkey-republic-bikes-in-munich-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Donkey-Republic-Bikes-in-Munich-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="640,362" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Donkey Republic Bikes in Munich Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Donkey Republic Bikes in Munich Germany&lt;/p&gt;
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While travelling, getting around can be a rather expensive add on to any adventure. With a car rentals, gas, and paid parking, it can often total as much as the plane ticket to get there. If you decide to skip the car rental, then you are forced to use public transportation which is great in Germany but can nickel and dime you every time you use it.</p>
<p>However, when you bike tour Germany, cost becomes less of a factor. Generally, with bike sharing services like <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdnky.bike%2Fgk6M%2Fg10rjO9lFH&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Donkey Republic</span></a>, you can easily find a bike for about €10 ($12 USD) for the full day. That is, it!</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Germany Touring Bikes Are Good For Your Body</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1820" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/donkey-republic-bikes-in-berlin-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Donkey-Republic-Bikes-in-Berlin-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="640,480" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Donkey Republic Bikes in Berlin Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Donkey Republic Bikes in Berlin Germany.&lt;/p&gt;
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It is hard to escape all of the sausages,&nbsp;schnitzels, pretzels,&nbsp;sauerkraut, and&nbsp;strudels in Germany. Then to top it off, there is a ton of great beer everywhere. This is why Germany is considered a food and beer heaven. However, all of that good food and beer can lead to some unforgiving vacation weight gain.</p>
<p>This is where exploring Germany by bike, may help. No sane person would deny a good beer and brat combo. So, riding one of those German touring bikes may help burn off some of those extra yummy calories you will be consuming. For example, according to myFitnessPal, a pint of pilsner is about 150-250 calories, and a typical bratwurst can be around 300 calories. Since most people burn about 500-600 calories an hour riding a bike like the ones offered by <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdnky.bike%2Fgk6M%2Fg10rjO9lFH&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Donkey Republic</span></a>, you just earned your lunch cruising around town.<br />
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<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Cycling Holidays in Germany May Relieve Stress</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1819" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/exploring-the-reichstag-on-our-donkey-republic-bikes-in-berlin-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Exploring-the-Reichstag-on-our-Donkey-Republic-Bikes-in-Berlin-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="640,362" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Exploring the Reichstag on our Donkey Republic Bikes in Berlin, Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Exploring the Reichstag on our Donkey Republic Bikes in Berlin, Germany&lt;/p&gt;
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Vacations are supposed to offer you a much-needed break from life at work and home. But TSA lines at the airport, crowds of people bumping into you at Check Point Charlie, or dealing with jet lag can sometimes be very stressful. However, stress relief can happen in several ways when you bike tour Germany.</p>
<p>First, after an hour of any endurance exercise like riding a bike, hormones like serotonin and endorphins get released. This can give you a feeling of&nbsp;happiness while&nbsp;reducing anxiety and stress.</p>
<p>Second, riding a bike can help you get to sleep better at night and fight jet lag. Cycling holidays get you outdoors which exposes you to sunlight. This is great because that sunlight can help in resetting your circadian rhythms. With big, beautiful parks like the Englischer Garten in Munich or the Tiergarten in Berlin, you can set yourself up for a good night sleep as you soak up the vitamin D.</p>
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<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>You Can Bike Tour Germany Easily With Donkey Republic</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1832" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/using-the-app-to-unlock-the-donkey-republic-bikes/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Using-the-App-to-unlock-the-Donkey-Republic-Bikes.jpg?fit=480%2C640&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="480,640" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Using the App to unlock the Donkey Republic Bikes" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Explore Germany by bike. Using the App to unlock the Donkey Republic Bikes.&lt;/p&gt;
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It is extremely easy to rent a touring bike in many cities in Germany with Donkey Republic. Just Follow the instructions below and start exploring:</p>
<ol>
<li>Visit&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.donkey.bike%2F&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">www.donkey.bike</span></a></span>&nbsp;and download the Donkey Republic app on&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdnky.bike%2Fgk6M%2Fg10rjO9lFH&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">iOS</span></a></span>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdnky.bike%2Fgk6M%2Fg10rjO9lFH&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Android</span></a></span>.</li>
<li>Once the app is downloaded, open it and search for bikes in your city. If you are planning ahead, see where what cities in Germany or anywhere in the world Donkey Republic has bikes by visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.donkey.bike%2Fcities%2F&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;">www.donkey.bike/cities</span></a><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1833" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/finding-a-donkey-republic-bike-using-the-app-in-berlin-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Finding-a-Donkey-Republic-Bike-using-the-app-in-Berlin-Germany.png?fit=540%2C960&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="540,960" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Finding a Donkey Republic Bike using the app in Berlin Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Finding a Donkey Republic Bike using the app in Berlin Germany is so easy. This is why You Should Explore Germany by bike&lt;/p&gt;
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<li>Then locate the bikes you want to rent. When you get there, choose the number of bikes you need and click &#8220;Rent Now&#8221;.</li>
<li>It will next give you Drop-off options. Then choose one of two options. Option 1 is where you return the bike to the original pick-up location. With Option 2, you can choose to return it to any other return location. This is great if you are just using your bike to get to a far-off location but don&#8217;t want to have to ride it back to your origination spot.</li>
<li>It then takes you to the payment page, where, if you want, you can purchase theft insurance for the day.</li>
<li>The payment page will also give you an option to add a Coupon Code. Don&#8217;t forget to enter <strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">BUCKETLIST&nbsp;</span></strong><span style="color: #ff0000;"><span style="color: #000000;">to save an additional 15% off your rental!</span></span></li>
<li>From there it will tell you the Bike Number that is yours for the day. You can see number on the bike by looking at the cell phone holder on the handlebars.</li>
<li>Then make sure you turn on your phone&#8217;s Bluetooth. Then tap “Unlock” on your phone and the app will open the bike’s electronic lock. What is really cool is that you can lock or unlock your electronic bike lock whenever you want. So, if you are riding by the Chinesischer Turm beer garden in Munich&#8217;s Englischer Garten, you can easily lock up your bike and stop for a Beer and Brats.&nbsp;<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1834" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/bike-tour-germany/locking-up-our-donkey-republic-bikes-with-the-app/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Locking-up-our-Donkey-Republic-Bikes-with-the-App.jpg?fit=480%2C640&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="480,640" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Locking up our Donkey Republic Bikes with the App" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Locking up our Donkey Republic Bikes with the App is really easy. This is why You Should Explore Germany by bike&lt;/p&gt;
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<li>Explore Germany by bike and have an unbelievable day seeing the sites.</li>
<li>When you are done, return the bike, lock the electronic bike lock, and click&nbsp;end your rental.</li>
</ol>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Now<i> &#8220;</i></strong><strong><i>Get on your bikes and ride</i></strong><strong><i>!</i></strong><strong><i>&#8220;</i></strong></span></h3>
<p>Freddy Mercury’s command at the end of Queen&#8217;s famous song, ‘Bicycle Race’, always seemed pretty easy to follow. I mean, as a kid, who doesn’t want to ride their bike? So, it only makes sense that even as adults, cycling holidays in Germany sound bucket list worthy. But have you ever wanted to bike tour Germany before?&nbsp;Have you ever tried cycling in Germany on a bike from <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdnky.bike%2Fgk6M%2Fg10rjO9lFH&amp;sref=rss" rel=""><span style="color: #3366ff;">Donkey Republic</span></a>? Which of the&nbsp;reasons why you should explore Germany by bike is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Located along the Rhine River, Cologne (also known as Köln) is a city filled with history, culture, and plenty to do for any traveler. This is partly due to its 2,000-year-old history rooted in a Roman and French heritage. Then again, it may be that the more than one million residents offer a perfect melting pot of cultures. Residents truly believe in the saying, &#8220;Jede Jeck es Anders&#8221; (in English: &#8220;It Takes All Sorts!&#8221;). Whether you are just on vacation...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='display:none;' class='shareaholic-canvas' data-app='share_buttons' data-title='10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany' data-link='https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/' data-app-id-name='category_above_content'></div><p>Located along the Rhine River, Cologne (also known as Köln) is a city filled with history, culture, and plenty to do for any traveler. This is partly due to its 2,000-year-old history rooted in a Roman and French heritage. Then again, it may be that the more than one million residents offer a perfect melting pot of cultures. Residents truly believe in the saying, &#8220;Jede Jeck es Anders&#8221; (in English: <em>&#8220;It Takes All Sorts!&#8221;</em>). Whether you are just on vacation or are there celebrating Carnival, you will be embraced by this majestic city.&nbsp; So, as you explore the country&#8217;s 4th biggest city, check out these 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany.</p>
<h3><strong>1) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Visit the Cologne Cathedral</span></strong></h3>
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Over 765 years old, the Cologne Cathedral became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. According to the Cologne Tourism Board, this beautiful structure is the most visited tourist attraction in all of Germany. This may partly be due to the fact that it houses the Shrine of the Magi. The Shrine was created around the turn of the 13th century to hold the bones of the Three Magi (Three Wisemen) to welcome pilgrims from around the world. As you walk around the church you will see unbelievable devotional images including one of the oldest images of the Virgin Mary known as the Milan Madonna.</p>
<hr /><p><em>Whether you&#039;re on a pilgrimage to see the relics of the Magi, celebrating Carnival, or leaving a Love Lock on the Hohenzollern Bridge, you&#039;ll be embraced by the majestic city of Koln (Cologne) Germany! #VisitKoeln #UrbanCGN #UrbanCologne</em><br /><a href='http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fintent%2Ftweet%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.EricGamble.com%252F%253Fp%253D1863%26%23038%3Btext%3DWhether%2520you%2527re%2520on%2520a%2520pilgrimage%2520to%2520see%2520the%2520relics%2520of%2520the%2520Magi%252C%2520celebrating%2520Carnival%252C%2520or%2520leaving%2520a%2520Love%2520Lock%2520on%2520the%2520Hohenzollern%2520Bridge%252C%2520you%2527ll%2520be%2520embraced%2520by%2520the%2520majestic%2520city%2520of%2520Koln%2520%2528Cologne%2529%2520Germany%2521%2520%2523VisitKoeln%2520%2523UrbanCGN%2520%2523UrbanCologne%26%23038%3Bvia%3DTheBLPblog%26%23038%3Brelated%3DTheBLPblog&amp;sref=rss' target='_blank' rel="noopener noreferrer" >Click To Tweet</a><br /><hr />
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<p>After exploring the inside of the church head over to the area between the cathedral cloister and Roncalliplatz. Here you find a set of stairs leading underground. You will pass one of the only remaining Roman cellars preserved in the city. You will also find a ticket center where you can opt to climb the spire of the south tower. To reach the top, you will have to climb 533 steps to the viewing platform. Once you make it to the top, you will be rewarded with an unbelievable view of&nbsp;Cologne (Köln).</p>
<blockquote><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Fun Fact</span></strong>:&nbsp;Along the wall of the Cathedral by the stairs leading underground you will find a beautiful tribute to Pope John Paul II &amp; Pope Benedict as the passing of World Youth Day went from one to another here in Cologne.</em></p></blockquote>
<h3><strong>2) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Explore the Rhine River</span></strong></h3>
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Having the second largest inland harbor in all Germany, the importance of the Rhine River to the city of Cologne (Köln) is obvious. But unlike most shipping harbors, both shores of the Rhine in&nbsp;Cologne (Köln) offer several unique ways to see city:</p>
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<li>If you are looking to relax, then take a lovely stroll through once labeled Germany&#8217;s best city park, the Rheingarten.</li>
<li>For a more of a modern feel, you can explore the Rheinauhafen District. Here you can marvel at the unique architecture or explore the many cafés, restaurants, and galleries.</li>
<li>If you want to relax and explore, then take a River Cruise with&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.k-d.com%2Fen%2Fcruises%2Fpanorama-cruises&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #0000ff;">KD Rhine River Cruise</span></a><span style="color: #000000;">.</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #000000;">With a drink in hand, you can learn&nbsp;all kinds of facts about the city, see the&nbsp;ultramodern Rheinauhafen crane houses, or just sit back and enjoy the breeze.</span></li>
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<h3><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #000000;">3) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Visit one of the Municipal Museums</span></span></span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1872" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/the-roman-german-museum-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=960%2C543&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="960,543" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="The Roman German museum in Cologne Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Taking in a Museum in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-1872 size-full" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=640%2C362" alt="Exploring the ancient Roman statues in Roman Germanic Museum is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="362" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?w=960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=768%2C434&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Roman-German-museum-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=477%2C270&amp;ssl=1 477w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></p>
<p><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #000000;">If you are museum junkie, don&#8217;t fret!&nbsp;With so many municipal museums,&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #000000;">Cologne (Köln) has a museum to satisfy your desire to&nbsp;learn about art, history, or culture. There are a variety of museums showcasing anything from Impressionist paintings in the&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.koelntourismus.de%2Fkunst-kultur%2Fsehenswuerdigkeiten%2Fdetail%2Fwallraf-richartz-museum-fondation-corboud&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Wallraf Richartz Museum &amp; Fondation Corboud</span></span></span></a> to sacred art from medieval times at the&nbsp;<span style="color: #0000ff;"><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.koelntourismus.de%2Fkunst-kultur%2Fsehenswuerdigkeiten%2Fdetail%2Fmuseum-schnuetgen&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Museum Schnütgen</a></span>&nbsp;and a large Pop Art Collection in the&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cologne-tourism.com%2Farts-culture%2Fsights%2Fdetail%2Fmuseum-ludwig%3F_ga%3D2.38738469.763682326.1697753403-1822077575.1697753403&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Museum Ludwig</span></span></span></a>.&nbsp;However, the&nbsp;<a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cologne-tourism.com%2Farts-culture%2Fsights%2Fdetail%2Fromano-germanic-museum%3F_ga%3D2.29317562.763682326.1697753403-1822077575.1697753403&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Roman-Germanic Museum</span></span></span></a>&nbsp;is truly one of the best museums in the city as you can take in 3 floors of&nbsp;art and culture&nbsp;from Roman and medieval Cologne.&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<blockquote><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hot Tip</span></strong>:&nbsp;Snag yourself a <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.museenkoeln.de%2Fportal%2Fpages%2F4152.aspx%3Fs%3D4152&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">MuseumsCard</span></span></a>! Not only do you get admission to all municipal museums on two consecutive days, but you also get free travel on Cologne&#8217;s public transport system.</em></p></blockquote>
<h3><strong>4) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Shop the Local Markets</span></strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_1878" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-1878" style="width: 360px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1878" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/shopping-on-hohe-strasse-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=360%2C541&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="360,541" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Shopping on Hohe Strasse in Cologne Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Shopping on Hohe Strasse in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=360%2C541&amp;ssl=1" class="wp-image-1878 size-full" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=360%2C541" alt="Shopping along the Schildergasse pedestrian streets is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="360" height="541" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?w=360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Shopping-on-Hohe-Strasse-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=180%2C270&amp;ssl=1 180w" sizes="(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-1878" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Photo Courtesy of KölnTourismus GmbH</em></figcaption></figure>
<p>Whether you are looking for well-known fashion chains or off beat fashions from small boutiques, Cologne won&#8217;t disappoint. Hohe Straße or Schildergasse pedestrian streets in the old city near the Cathedral are great to find anything from fashion and jewelry to home furnishings or electronics.&nbsp; However, if you are looking for trendy boutiques or something small and exclusive, then head over to the Belgian Quarter. Here you will find exclusive handmade jewelry, distinctive fashions, and numerous bars and restaurants for a perfect shopping experience.</p>
<h3><strong>5) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Visit Chocolate Heaven</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1879" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/exploring-the-schokoladenmuseum-aka-chocolate-heaven-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Exploring-the-Schokoladenmuseum-aka-Chocolate-Heaven-in-Cologne-Germany..jpg?fit=960%2C543&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="960,543" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Exploring the Schokoladenmuseum, aka Chocolate Heaven in Cologne, Germany." data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Exploring the Schokoladenmuseum, aka Chocolate Heaven in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
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<span style="color: #0000ff;"><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.schokoladenmuseum.de%2Fen%2F&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Schokoladenmuseum</a></span> (<span id="Visit-the-Lindt-Chocolate-Museum">Chocolate Museum) is a must for any chocolate lover! Originally created by Hans Imhoff in 1993, it has become one of the most visited cultural museums in Cologne. The museum takes you through various aspects of chocolate. First, you will discover the 5,000-year history of chocolate from around the world. Then you enter the glass-walled production facility where you see and sample the different Lindt Chocolates and Bonbons being made. Afterwards, relax in the <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schokoladenmuseum.de%2Fdiscover-experience%2Fchocolat-grand-cafe%2F%3Flang%3Den&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Chocolat Grand Café</span></a> with a hot chocolate and chocolate tart.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hot Tip</span></strong>: Don&#8217;t Forget to bring your&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cologne-tourism.com%2Fbooking%2Fkoelncard%3F_ga%3D2.265239049.763682326.1697753403-1822077575.1697753403&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">KölnCard</span></span></a><span style="color: #3366ff;">&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #000000;">to the Schokoladenmuseum &amp; save 27% off the entry!</span></em></p></blockquote>
<h3><strong>6) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lock in Your Love</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1889" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/colognes-love-lock-bridge-the-hohenzollernbrucke/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Colognes-love-lock-bridge-the-Hohenzollernbrücke.jpg?fit=960%2C540&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="960,540" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Cologne&#8217;s love lock bridge, the Hohenzollernbrücke" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Leaving a Love Lock on the Hohenzollern Bridge in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
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There are several bridges that cross the Rhine River in Cologne (Köln). However, the&nbsp;Hohenzollern Railway Bridge (aka: Hohenzollernbrücke) is truly a fun and unique destination for any visitor to the city. This is due to the over&nbsp;40,000 padlocks that have been hung from the iron bridge since 2008. Sweethearts can be seen taking an engraved lock and attaching it to the Hohenzollern Bridge. Then they throw away the key into the river Rhine as a symbol of their forever bound love.</p>
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<h3><strong>7) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Kick it at the Deutsches Sport &amp; Olympia Museum</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1890" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/deutsches-sport-olympia-museum/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?fit=5760%2C3840&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="5760,3840" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;imago sportfotodienst&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Bildnummer: 13064074  Datum: 16.03.2013  Copyright: imago\/HochZwei\/Angerer\r\nK\u00f6ln, K\u00f6lner, Europa, Europa, Westdeutschland, Stadt, city, Deutsches und Olympiamuseum, Museum, Kultur, Sportmuseum, Museen, Olympiamuseum, ; x0x xkg 2013 quer Deutschland Architektur \r\n\r\nImage number 13064074 date 16 03 2013 Copyright imago  Angerer Cologne Cologne Europe Europe West German country City City German and Olympic Museum Museum Culture Sports Museum Museums Olympic Museum x0x xkg 2013 horizontal Germany Architecture&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;imago sportfotodienst&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Deutsches Sport &#038; Olympia Museum" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Deutsches Sport &#038; Olympia Museum in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-1890 size-large" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum-1024x683.jpg?resize=640%2C427" alt="Exploring the Deutsches Sport &amp; Olympia Museum is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="427" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?resize=405%2C270&amp;ssl=1 405w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Deutsches-Sport-Olympia-Museum.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
Germany has a rich and interesting history in both professional and Olympic style sports. This can be seen within the walls of the <span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sportmuseum.de%2F&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Deutsches Sport &amp; Olympia Museum</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;">.</span>&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #000000;">Here you wil<span style="color: #000000;">l&nbsp;</span></span><span style="color: #000000;">travel along the time line of various sports activities including the tragic Olympic history Germany had to deal with during the 20th century. There is also the opportunity to participate in different sports activities making it a fun interactive experience for kids of all ages.</span></p>
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<h3><strong>8) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Indulge Your Sense of Smell</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1891" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/the-original-farina-1709-cologne-fragrance-museum/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?fit=960%2C543&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="960,543" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="The Original Farina 1709 Cologne Fragrance Museum" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;The Original Farina 1709 Cologne Fragrance Museum in Cologne, Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?fit=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-1891 size-full" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?resize=640%2C362" alt="Exploring the Farina 1709 Fragrance Museum is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="362" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?w=960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?resize=768%2C434&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/The-Original-Farina-1709-Cologne-Fragrance-Museum.jpg?resize=477%2C270&amp;ssl=1 477w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
<span style="color: #000000;">Exploring the iconic birthplace of perfume/cologne is a must in this city. Still a popular fragrance, Eau de Cologne offers the opportunity to experience the oldest cologne factory in the world . At the Fragrance Museum, you will learn of Johann Farina the inventor of Eau de Cologne as you tour of his house and underground perfume workshops. In the museum you will also find a collection of historic perfume bottles and discover the history of how the red tulip became his iconic logo.</span></p>
<h3><strong>9) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Eat the Local Cuisine</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1892" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/dinner-at-brauerei-paffgen-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=960%2C543&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="960,543" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Dinner at Brauerei Päffgen in Cologne Germany" data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Dinner at Brauerei Päffgen in Cologne Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-1892 size-full" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=640%2C362" alt=" Eating some of the amazing local cuisine is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="362" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?w=960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=768%2C434&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Dinner-at-Brauerei-Päffgen-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=477%2C270&amp;ssl=1 477w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
With more than 3,000 restaurants, finding something to eat in&nbsp;Cologne (Köln) Germany won&#8217;t disappoint even the most critical foodie. However, the local cuisine is truly a treat. The more popular dishes like Halve Hahn (Half Chicken), Kölscher Kaviar, or Himmel un Ad (Heaven on Earth) can be found on most menus throughout the city. Some of the best restaurants to try the local fare are Brauerei&nbsp;Päffgen &amp; Gilden im Zims.</p>
<h3><strong>10) <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Drink&nbsp;Kölsch</span></strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1893" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/kolsch-from-brauerei-paffgen/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?fit=542%2C960&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="542,960" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Kolsch from Brauerei Päffgen." data-image-description="&lt;p&gt;Kolsch from Brauerei Päffgen in Cologne Germany is definitely one of the 10 Things to do in Cologne (Köln) Germany&lt;/p&gt;
" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?fit=169%2C300&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?fit=542%2C960&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-1893 size-full" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?resize=542%2C960" alt="Drinking Kolsch beer is definitely a top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="542" height="960" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?w=542&amp;ssl=1 542w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?resize=169%2C300&amp;ssl=1 169w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kolsch-from-Brauerei-Päffgen..jpg?resize=152%2C270&amp;ssl=1 152w" sizes="(max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
Kölsch&nbsp;is a high alcohol content beer&nbsp;brewed in Cologne, Germany. There are currently thirteen breweries producing&nbsp;<span lang="de" xml:lang="de">Kölsch</span>&nbsp;in and around Cologne, but most local restaurants brew their own in house. Special waiters known as K<span lang="de" xml:lang="de">öbes carry wreaths of&nbsp;Kölsch in .2 liter glasses known as Stangens around the restaurant replenishing the thirstiest of drinkers.&nbsp; The beer is hoppy and less carbonated making it light and easy to drink.</span></p>
<blockquote><p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Fun Fact</strong></span>:&nbsp;To get a&nbsp;K<span lang="de" xml:lang="de">öbe (the beer server) to stop bringing you a new stangen of&nbsp;Kölsch, place your coaster atop the empty glass. Otherwise they keep coming and serving and you might have to float home!</span></em></p></blockquote>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>How to Get Around in Cologne</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="4476" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/scooters-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=667%2C500&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="667,500" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Scooters in Cologne Germany" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-4476" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=640%2C480" alt="Red scooter parked which is an easy way to get around to the many things to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="480" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?w=667&amp;ssl=1 667w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scooters-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=360%2C270&amp;ssl=1 360w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
Cologne (Köln) is a cinch to navigate. Whether you are walking or trying to <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.EricGamble.com%2Fexplore-germany-bike%2F&amp;sref=rss"><span style="color: #0000ff;">explore Germany by bike</span></a>, you will find it easy to get around the main tourist sections of the city. If you prefer to ride in comfort, there are many public transport options. Plus most of them are cheap or even free if you use your&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cologne-tourism.com%2Fbooking%2Fkoelncard%3F_ga%3D2.265239049.763682326.1697753403-1822077575.1697753403&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #0000ff;">KölnCard</span></a>&nbsp;<span style="color: #000000;">or</span>&nbsp;<span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.museenkoeln.de%2Fportal%2Fpages%2F4152.aspx%3Fs%3D4152&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">MuseumsCard</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;">!</span></span></span></p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Where to Stay in Cologne</strong></span></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="4474" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/10-things-cologne-koln-germany/where-to-stay-in-cologne-germany/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=795%2C500&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="795,500" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}" data-image-title="Where to Stay in Cologne Germany" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=300%2C189&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?fit=640%2C403&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter wp-image-4474" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=640%2C402" alt="There are great places to stay that make it easy to explore the top thing to do in Cologne Germany" width="640" height="402" data-pin-nopin="true" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?w=795&amp;ssl=1 795w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=300%2C189&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=768%2C483&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Where-to-Stay-in-Cologne-Germany.jpg?resize=429%2C270&amp;ssl=1 429w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><br />
There are plenty of places to stay in Cologne (Köln) that will fit any traveler’s style and budget. Whether you are looking for an active hostel, a family owned guest house, or a quiet luxury hotel, you won’t be disappointed in your options.</p>
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<li><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Budget</span></strong>: <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftp.media%2Fr%3Fmarker%3D268347%26amp%3Btrs%3D33753%26amp%3Bp%3D4115%26amp%3Bu%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fsearch.hotellook.com%252F%253FhotelId%253D261609%2526locationId%253D9659%2526adults%253D2%2526language%253Den-US%2526currency%253Dusd%2526flag_source%253Den_Main_page_Header_form%2526marker%253D268347.Zzd067dbf19ede479c8e5725c-268347%2526_ga%253D2.8020657.248996367.1653762070-2131962923.1653762070&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Hostel&nbsp;Köln</span></a> offers hotel style rooms at hostel prices between Rudolfplatz and Neumarkt. This beautiful hostel also includes a wonderful breakfast every morning.</li>
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<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mid-Priced</span></strong>: If you are looking for convenience and a good price then check out the <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftp.media%2Fr%3Fmarker%3D268347%26amp%3Btrs%3D33753%26amp%3Bp%3D4115%26amp%3Bu%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fsearch.hotellook.com%252Fhotels%253F%253D1%2526adults%253D2%2526checkIn%253D2022-05-29%2526checkOut%253D2022-05-30%2526children%253D%2526cityId%253D9659%2526currency%253Dusd%2526destination%253DCologne%25252C%252BGermany%252B%2526language%253Den%2526marker%253D268347.Zze14ebac2031a41289c1b76e-126017%2526locationId%253D9659%2526hotelId%253D261678%2526searchId%253De688c0bf-5caf-46ef-b8cf-a329f83dc016%2526hotelName%253DDorint%252520Hotel%252520am%252520Heumarkt%252520K%2525C3%2525B6ln&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln</span></a><span class="sr-hotel__name" data-et-click="customGoal:YPNdKNKNKZJUESUPTOdJDUFYQC:1 customGoal:YPNdKNKNKHURQWcWRbHDQCYdMfXBDaWe:1 ">. This hotel is located about 5 miles from the city center and has an unbelievable rating on Agoda &amp; other booking sites.</span></div>
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<li><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Luxury</span></strong>: Since 1863, the family-run <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftp.media%2Fr%3Fmarker%3D268347%26amp%3Btrs%3D33753%26amp%3Bp%3D4115%26amp%3Bu%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fsearch.hotellook.com%252Fhotels%253F%253D1%2526adults%253D2%2526checkIn%253D2022-05-29%2526checkOut%253D2022-05-30%2526children%253D%2526cityId%253D9659%2526currency%253Dusd%2526destination%253DCologne%25252C%252BGermany%252B%2526language%253Den%2526marker%253D268347.Zze14ebac2031a41289c1b76e-126017%2526locationId%253D9659%2526hotelId%253D15416%2526searchId%253De688c0bf-5caf-46ef-b8cf-a329f83dc016%2526hotelName%253DExcelsior%252520Hotel%252520Ernst%252520am%252520Dom&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom</span></a>&nbsp;is in an ideal location as it is located across from the Cologne Cathedral. This luxury 5-star hotel offers award-winning cuisine and elegant rooms with a free minibar.</li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s that time again, time for reflecting and planning out my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals! I was home from India for barely a week when I started getting that same damn question, &#8220;So what&#8217;s next on the Bucket List Project?&#8221; It is a question that sometimes bothers me. I appreciate that people are excited for the next adventure (as am I), but sometimes I just want the chance to enjoy the items previously accomplished and tell that story before moving...</p>
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<p>It&#8217;s that time again, time for reflecting and planning out my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals!</p>
<p>I was home from India for barely a week when I started getting that same damn question, &#8220;So what&#8217;s next on the Bucket List Project?&#8221; It is a question that sometimes bothers me. I appreciate that people are excited for the next adventure (as am I), but sometimes I just want the chance to enjoy the items previously accomplished and tell that story before moving on to the next. Regardless, 2016 was a great year of amazing adventures, new experiences, and wonderful new friends.  See all the Bucket List items I scratched off in 2016 by <a href="http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=163104X1630293&amp;xs=1&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ericgamble.com%2F2016-completed-items%2F&amp;sref=rss" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CLICKING HERE</a>!</p>
<h3>So what&#8217;s next on the Bucket List Project?</h3>
<p>Trying to figure out what I want to do next can be a rather daunting task, especially since I am such a bucket-luster <em>(is that just a dreamer of buckets?) </em>that dreams of big adventures<em>.</em> Being that 2016 was filled with amazing travel and personal experiences, continuing that level of success can add to the difficulty.</p>
<p>But, for the past several weeks, I have been pondering what exactly my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals are going to be.  Some of the items came easy, as they are items I&#8217;ve had on my mind, while others popped up for various reasons.  So, with the use of a modern technology (pen &amp; paper) and a time tested strategy (the line graph), I believe I have come up with a great rough draft of my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" data-attachment-id="1014" data-permalink="https://www.EricGamble.com/2017-bucket-list-hopes-and-goals/wp-1487186809313-jpg/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?fit=2688%2C1520&amp;ssl=1" data-orig-size="2688,1520" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;831C&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1486748466&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;3.82&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;250&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.058823529411765&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}" data-image-title="2017 Bucket List Goals" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?fit=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?fit=640%2C362&amp;ssl=1" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1014" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313-1024x579.jpg?resize=640%2C362" alt="" width="640" height="362" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?resize=1024%2C579&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?resize=300%2C170&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?resize=768%2C434&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?resize=477%2C270&amp;ssl=1 477w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https://i0.wp.com/www.EricGamble.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/wp-1487186809313.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" data-recalc-dims="1" /></p>
<p>Now I know that this technology is somewhat foreign to many, therefore I will post below what is written on my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals graph for easier reading.</p>
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<p>Here is my 2017 Bucket List Hopes and Goals:</p>
<h3>February</h3>
<ul>
<li>#129) Learn How to Make “GrandMom’s Pizza Pie”</li>
<li>#130) Eat weird things:
<ul>
<li>#18) Eat Pop Rocks &amp; Drink a Coke and Not Explode</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>March</h3>
<ul>
<li>#17) Travel to The Republic of Ireland</li>
<li>#143) Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland</li>
<li>#210) Explore the Giant Causeway &amp; walk across the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in Northern Ireland</li>
</ul>
<h3>April</h3>
<ul>
<li>#18) Travel to Scotland</li>
<li>#130) Eat weird things:
<ul>
<li>#8) Haggis in Scotland</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>#16) Travel to England</li>
</ul>
<h3>May</h3>
<ul>
<li>#5) See my 6 Pack Abs</li>
</ul>
<h3>June</h3>
<ul>
<li>#188) See the Synchronous Fireflies in Elkmont, Tennessee</li>
<li>#100) Do 3rd of 4 Urban Adventures in random city in the U.S</li>
</ul>
<h3>July</h3>
<ul>
<li>#187) Travel to Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada</li>
<li>#108) Do 4+ OutDoor Adventure “Mud Races” <em>(4th &amp; Final is the Spartan near Banff, Alberta, CA)</em></li>
<li>#198) Witness Pink in Nature:
<ul>
<li>c) See a Pink Waterfall</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>#118) Geocache in the 2nd of 4 Cities (Edmonton or Calgary)</li>
</ul>
<h3>August</h3>
<ul>
<li>????</li>
</ul>
<h3>September</h3>
<ul>
<li>#66) Travel to the Berlin Wall</li>
<li>#132) Drink Beer at OktoberFest in Germany</li>
<li>#189) Travel to Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany</li>
</ul>
<h3>October</h3>
<ul>
<li>#156) Travel to Chefchaoueh (the Blue City) of Morocco</li>
<li>#158) Visit my 5th of the 7 Continents (Africa)</li>
</ul>
<h3>November</h3>
<ul>
<li>197) Go to Notre Dame vs Navy football game in South Bend (11-18-2017)</li>
</ul>
<h3>December</h3>
<ul>
<li>???</li>
</ul>
<h3>Whenever Possible this Year</h3>
<ul>
<li>#200) Continue to Explore my home state of Louisiana</li>
<li>#203) Continue Reading my 11 Classic Adventure Books</li>
<li>#37) Be in a Movie: Be seen</li>
<li>#38) Be in TV Show Episode</li>
<li>#39) Be in a National Commercial</li>
<li>Try to Make Amends with 1 Person on my List</li>
<li>#103) Fullfill 1 Bucket List Item for Anyone who helps me with 1 of mine!</li>
</ul>
<p>Now this definitely looks like a lot.  Obviously, this is just a rough draft because with life, especially mine, things are always subject to change. But as a list-maker, I feel writing it all out not only allows me to maintain focus but keeps me accountable.</p>
<p>So what do you think about The Bucket List Project&#8217;s 2017 Bucket List hopes and Goals?  Is there anything on the calendar you think is missing that I need to put on there this year? Please let me know in the comments below!</p>
<p>Also , what is on your 2017 Bucket List? I would love to hear about your hopes and goals for 2017!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Don’t forget to Pin this to your Bucket List Board!</strong></span></p>
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