1207 German cities starting with the letter B are listed here on this page…

Those with links provide information about the respective city, town, or village.

The Unna district surrounding Dortmund at its east is considered representing the green side of “The Brown Ruhr Area.”

Unna District Map

Being one of the more beautiful districts, there are countless opportunities for exploring central German culture and workmanship at the same time. Here are a couple highlights…

The Kettenschmiedemuseum in Fröndenberg is a monument of the industry culture showcasing smithy art and how chains are being made. As a matter of fact, you may even try it for yourself!

The Cappenberg Castle in Selm, the Natur-Solebad in Werne, as well as the former Conveyor Tower “Ostpol” in Bönen are also worth a visit.

And if you’re after nature, then why not take a bike tour to and around the Horstmarer See, a lake in the nature park Lünen. For a smaller sized tour head over to Kamen and explore the Emscher-Park-Radweg.

Last but not least, Unna, the district’s capital, is a town that satisfies art lovers and museum enthusiasts alike.

Lüneburg was once a powerful city of the Hanseatic League. For a look at its history, visit the German Salt Museum. Here you will get a close up view of the town and learn how it was built. This is a very educational stop where you will learn a great deal about the properties an uses of salt.

The magnificent architecture is evidence of the great wealth of Lüneburg. If you are interested in exploring the town, there are several walking tours available. Many of these tours are led by night watchmen dressed in historic garb; walking the streets at night carrying period lanterns.

Yes, they are both entertaining and educational; really fun to watch, I’m telling you!

Be sure and visit the Lüneburg Town Hall. Here you will see Germany’s largest, preserved complex that still holds a town hall. This is a great stop for the architecture buff as there are styles representing ten centuries! Call ahead for tour information.

The St. Johannes Church is equally impressive with its majestic brick tower. And the town’s cobblestone streets and very quaint cafes will provide a very pleasant atmosphere on a summer’s evening.

Another great piece of the town’s history is the Lüne Monastery with its Textile Museum. You will see great textile exhibits and techniques on display here alongside some of Germany’s finest lace embroideries and tapestries from the 13–16th centuries.

Once you’re done with the history and shopping stuff, you can literally feel the stress melt away as you relax in the warm salt water at Salü — Lüneburg’s salt thermal bath. Here you can also enjoy a wonderful eucalyptus sauna or a great steam bath.

The healing properties of salt springs are so well known that many people receive treatments for joint and skin conditions at the spa. They also have a great water world for the kiddies that is called Kinderbadeland.

Thiiiiis is the page where you’ll find all German cities starting with the letter L — I counted them all for you; they’re 581… :o)

Lünen is a lovely town located on the River Lippe. Easy access from three airports, Münster-Osnabrück airport (60km/37mi), the Düsseldorf International Airport (90km/56mi), and the Dortmund Airport (15km/9mi) will leave you free to enjoy your adventure here.

The town was planned very well, with great parks and many green areas. Bicycling is a very popular mode of travel with at least 20% of the population peddling their way around town. There are neat bicycle stations as well as very good bicycle paths around the town. This is a healthy way to explore and puts you right in with the locals at a slower pace than if traveling by car.

The town center is a wonderful place to experience the local ambiance. It is full of people shopping, as well as many vendors with loads of wonderful fare to sample.

The center is also an excellent place to visit for a meal as there are many choices for dining and lounging in the area. Check the market schedule while you are visiting; you can buy fresh fruits and other foods during the open air market season.

Lünen is the home of the famous Lünen Film Festival of German Filmaking. Each November the world of film is watching this town, its people and the River Lippe. This is when the winner is awarded the LüDIA, or the film prize.

The town is also home to a great kite flying festival. This is a family oriented event and is great fun for family members both young and old.

With many festivals, art exhibits and functions, it is recommended that you research scheduled opportunities while you are visiting the area.

Prignitz district means historical castles, picturesque river areas, and a well-developed bike route network — not to forget the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the river landscape Elbe Brandenburg.

Prignitz District Map

The district is made for bike tours as routes go along beautiful valleys and through flat country.

Something amazing is happening here… Right in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, south-west of the town of Bad Wilsnack is the village Rühstädt, which serves as home for up to 50 storks in the months from April to September — a one-of-a-kind opportunity for taking photos when you’re here.

But that’s not all… Other large birds can be captured in autumn and early spring in the same broad landscape. Up to 4,000 cranes and up to 100,000 geese and swans are regularly counted here. Fish and eagles circling around round up the picture beautifully.

All in all, the river landscape is one of the biggest tourist attractions of the Prignitz district.

The Lippe district is marked by the Teutoburg Forest since it covers part of it. And that also means you will find countless opportunities for sport and nature activities.

Lippe District Map

One highlight worth mentioning is certainly the Externsteine in Horn-Bad Meinberg, a mysterious building from the Stone Ages.

Then there is the Schieder See, an idyllic lake with a weir that has also a cute little amusement park called Funtastico, a skate course, horse park, and various other offers.

Are you interested in eagles? There is a very large bird park showcasing eagles and 180 other type of birds — including a museum. And the town of Heiligenkirchen also has a bird park showcasing 1,200+ exotic birds and other animals.

Oerlinghausen comes up with an air sport center offering you countless opportunities to discover the Lippe district from above, whether in a ultra light airplane, balloon, or by paragliding.

And, of course, there’s Bad Salzuflen, the spa town with its salt water springs that are hundreds of years old, and the countless picturesque half-timbered houses scattered throughout town.

Brandenburg is one of Germany’s sixteen federal states, which has been established in 1968. I know it sounds late, but World War II and the time afterwards changed a lot of things…

Brandenburg Map

It is the gateway city to the “Heartland of Kentucky.” It is one of the recent states re-created in 1990 upon the reunification of the earlier West and East Germany.

The sate provides some attractive places to visit such as the Brandenburg Gate (located in Berlin), which is the symbol of Berlin and Germany. The Gate has twelve Greek Doric columns, six on every side. The plan is based on Proplea. You are going to be very astonished when you see the Greek scenes in the columns, and it’s truly a work of art.

The state’s capital, Potsdam, previous center of Prussia, consists of forests and the peaceful Mark Brandenburg scenery with its more than 3,000 lakes and 30,000 km of watercourse.

Brandenburg’s major shopping area is situated on the By-Pass Road at River Ridge Shopping Center, where you’ll find a rising Industrial Park situated adjacent to it.

Wanna know about historical parts of this state? Check out the Brandenburg History here.

Here on this page are listed all 433 German cities, towns and villages starting with the letter D. :-)

Viersen is shopping heaven. In every part of the town there are pedestrian friendly areas lined with unique and interesting shops. Whether you are looking for the hip styles you see the locals wearing or you just want some fine German Confections to satisfy your sweet-tooth, you are sure to discover something that you can’t leave without.

For a different shopping experience enjoy the bustle of a lively outdoor market. During the summer there is one going on in some part of the town nearly every day of the week. There is even a flea market where only children are allowed to sell!

Viersen is a very child welcoming town with plenty of recreation opportunities for the little ones. There is an amazing swimming complex housed in a fully restored architectural gem.

There are climbing complexes, a scenic network of 150 km / 93 mi of bicycling and hiking trails, and “The Creative Playground,” a 2,000 square meter (6,500 square foot) extravaganza for fun which can only be described as a child’s dream come true. You can even rent a canoe and have a paddling adventure on the Niers.

There are also plenty of options for your more sophisticated tastes in Viersen. For foodies there is an array of restaurants offering everything from Balkan specialties to baked goods.

If you love music try to be here for the Jazz festival, or just be there any time in the summer to enjoy a few of the many open-air performances. You can also take in a symphony at the Festhalle.

Don’t leave without taking a saunter through The Municipal Gallery in the Park. The works in the sculpture garden range in style from difficult to beautiful. There gallery hosts meticulously curated exhibitions, and also provides an atmospheric venue for various author readings and concerts throughout the year.