GCC travellers looking for a final summer escape need look no further than Germany’s beautifully rich, cultural attractions. Explore the German.Local.Culture campaign to enjoy Germany to the fullest, from breath-taking scenery to interactive, artisan workshops around the diverse cities. “The German.Local.Culture campaign is one we find resonates well with our Gulf markets,” said Yamina Sofo, director of sales and marketing at the German National Tourist Office (GNTO), the regional office of GNTB. “Germany has so much to offer and this campaign helps visitors to experience some of Germany’s top crafts, tastes, greenery, and flair. Following the Eid break in May, we saw a 37 per cent increase in overnight stays compared to our statistics from 2019, prior to the pandemic. It is evident that Germany is a popular travel destination for GCC travellers. With such great results from Eid travellers, we are looking forward to a strong late summer season.” Located at one of the largest historic city centres in Germany, the Grand Opera on Erfurt Cathedral Hill is an ideal place to see the beautiful, open-air stage while the sun sets in the backdrop. Watch an outstanding performance with a historical backdrop dating back to the early Middle Ages. Classic operas and musicals are performed on the 70 step Cathedral Hill during the Cathedral Steps Festival, creating a perfectly unique cultural experience. Discerning foodies can savour the artisan flavour of authentic handmade goat’s milk cheese in Hesse, at the dairy farm located among the luscious Rhön meadows. Visitors can learn all about the local white Edel goats and have the opportunity to use their high-quality milk to create wheels of cheese. The entire production process is out in the …
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