From the Baltic Sea to Dresden

Stralsund is a picturesque port city in northern Germany, located on the shores of the Baltic Sea in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Founded in the 13th century, the city boasts a rich maritime history reflected in the architecture of its old town. In 2002, Stralsund was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list, thanks to its unique architectural ensemble in Gothic and Renaissance styles. Among the city's main attractions are the historic market square, churches, and ancient buildings that reflect the city's former grandeur as an important trade center.

Today, Stralsund attracts tourists with its charming atmosphere, beautiful views of the Baltic Sea, and proximity to the "Eastern Rügen Island" national park. One of the main attractions is the Maritime Museum, where visitors can learn about the history of navigation and shipbuilding in the region. The city is also famous for its picturesque promenades and beaches, which are perfect for strolls and relaxation during the summer months.

The city of Szczecin, located in northwestern Poland on the Oder River near the Baltic Sea, offers a unique blend of maritime history, Prussian architecture, and modern cultural life. It is one of the country’s largest ports and a key hub for shipping and shipbuilding. The city center surprises visitors with its unusual layout, inspired by Parisian boulevards—with round squares and radial streets. Highlights along the Castle Route include the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle, the Cathedral of St. James, and the scenic riverside promenade.

Szczecin is also known for its greenery—featuring numerous parks such as Jasne Błonia and an extensive network of tree-lined avenues, making it one of the greenest cities in Poland. Tourists are drawn to river cruises on the Oder, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the futuristic Philharmonic building, recognized as a symbol of Poland’s modern architecture. Thanks to its proximity to the German border and excellent transport links, Szczecin often serves as a starting point for exploring Western Pomerania and beyond.

The city of Szczecin, located in northwestern Poland on the Oder River near the Baltic Sea, offers a unique blend of maritime history, Prussian architecture, and modern cultural life. It is one of the country’s largest ports and a key hub for shipping and shipbuilding. The city center surprises visitors with its unusual layout, inspired by Parisian boulevards—with round squares and radial streets. Highlights along the Castle Route include the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle, the Cathedral of St. James, and the scenic riverside promenade.

Szczecin is also known for its greenery—featuring numerous parks such as Jasne Błonia and an extensive network of tree-lined avenues, making it one of the greenest cities in Poland. Tourists are drawn to river cruises on the Oder, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the futuristic Philharmonic building, recognized as a symbol of Poland’s modern architecture. Thanks to its proximity to the German border and excellent transport links, Szczecin often serves as a starting point for exploring Western Pomerania and beyond.

Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany, by both area and population. With 3.7 million inhabitants, it has the highest population within its city limits of any city in the European Union. The city is also one of the states of Germany, being the third smallest state in the country by area. Berlin is surrounded by the state of Brandenburg, and Brandenburg's capital Potsdam is nearby. The urban area of Berlin has a population of over 4.6 million and is therefore the most populous urban area in Germany.The Berlin-Brandenburg capital region has around 6.2 million inhabitants and is Germany's second-largest metropolitan region after the Rhine-Ruhr;region,as well as the fifth-biggest metropolitan region by GDP in the European Union.

Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany, by both area and population. With 3.7 million inhabitants, it has the highest population within its city limits of any city in the European Union. The city is also one of the states of Germany, being the third smallest state in the country by area. Berlin is surrounded by the state of Brandenburg, and Brandenburg's capital Potsdam is nearby. The urban area of Berlin has a population of over 4.6 million and is therefore the most populous urban area in Germany.The Berlin-Brandenburg capital region has around 6.2 million inhabitants and is Germany's second-largest metropolitan region after the Rhine-Ruhr;region,as well as the fifth-biggest metropolitan region by GDP in the European Union.