What are the most beautiful tourist places near Germany?
If you are looking for places to visit outside of Germany's border, there are many other European countries that are relatively quick to reach:
1. Denmark
In the north, Germany borders Denmark with its endless coastline, numerous islands and its hip capital Copenhagen. Whether for a vacation in a colorful wooden holiday home by the sea, a camping vacation or a city break: The Scandinavian neighbor of Germany is the right destination for almost everyone. Only mountain lovers will not find what they are looking for in Denmark, but the flat country is perfect for cycling, for example.
2. Poland
In the east, Germany adjoins Poland with its diverse landscape. From the eastern part of the German island of Usedom to the Russian border stretch 500 km of beautiful sandy beaches. But also hiking enthusiasts get their money's worth in Poland. A part of the High Tatras as well as the Giant Mountains belong to Poland and attract with breathtaking summit panoramas. If you are interested in inexpensive city trips, you will find them in Szczecin, Gdansk or Krakow.
3. Czech Republic
Another eastern neighbor of Germany is the Czech Republic. Besides the historical capital Prague, the Czech Republic offers wonderful nature experiences in its mountain ranges, such as the Czech parts of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains or the Giant Mountains. When snow and ice are present, winter sports enthusiasts also can enjoy themselves to the fullest. If you are looking for a cheap travel destination in Europe and don't want to travel far from Germany, you will find many beautiful corners and cities to explore.

4. Austria
Germany's southern neighbor attracts hiking and climbing enthusiasts to the Alps with a network of over 40,000 km of hiking trails. Crystal clear lakes and magnificent cities also draw many visitors to Austria at any time of the year. The culinary delights should not remain unmentioned as well.
5. Switzerland
Next to Austria, Switzerland is Germany's second southern neighbor. With its Alpine peaks, the country attracts mainly hikers and active holidaymakers to the mountains and numerous lakes in summer. In winter, Switzerland offers excellent ski resorts for all lovers of winter sports. Even though Switzerland is not a cheap travel destination, it offers exciting destinations that can be reached quickly and comfortably by train from Germany.
6. France
As another neighbor of Germany, France offers an almost unbelievable range of attractions, from Mediterranean beaches to small sleepy mountain villages to the historic fashion metropolis of Paris. Not to forget: France stands for culinary delights of the highest order!
7. The Netherlands
One of Germany's most popular neighboring countries is its western neighbor with its windmills and endless tulip fields. The flat country with its cheese specialties is the ideal destination for beach lovers and city travelers. Besides the capital Amsterdam, art and architecture lovers are drawn to The Hague or Rotterdam. Other interesting places like Delft with its world-famous tiles or Alkmaar as a cheese stronghold are also worth a trip.
Conclusion
Germany offers a wealth of places to visit not only within its borders. If you choose Berlin as your starting point, for example, you can easily continue exploring the neighboring countries to the east. From Hamburg, Denmark is just a stone's throw away, and cities like Cologne are best combined with a visit to the Netherlands, Luxembourg or Belgium! Nature-lovers should choose a city like Munich as a starting point and continue their journey to Austria or Switzerland to really see all the best places to visit in this part of Europe!
