Overview
Germany is the centre of Europe, affecting the continent’s history more than any other nation. And for good reason too: its 32 world heritage sites cover everything from churches, cathedrals and castles to dramatic valleys and the frontiers of the Roman Empire. Its 2000-year history has created an abundance of art and culture that constantly delights visitors.
Germany is a year-round destination, with winter sports and buzzing cities from November to March, and a wealth of festivals and outdoor activities during the summer. But if all else fails, just sit back and enjoy one of the country’s many famous beers.
- Amazing World Heritage sites
- Plenty to do all year round
- Hearty fodder and tasty beer!
- The hustle and bustle of modern Berlin
- Three of the top ten cities with highest quality of life
Things you might not know about Teaching English in Germany
- Germans consume more beer than any other nationality, other than the Irish. On average, they guzzle 119 litres of the stuff every year!
- Despite this, they’re also a nation of athletes, winning over 1,500 Olympic medals in the modern era – more than any other country except the USA!
- They love inventing! The petrol engine, the jet engine, the calculator and the light bulb were all invented by Germans.
- The Zoologischer Garten in Berlin is one the world’s largest zoos, containing an amazing 1,500 different animal species.
