Germany Tourism News
Ruby Hotels to open new Stuttgart location in 2023
For the first time, Ruby will combine its lean luxury philosophy for a hotel and a co-working space under one roof, at the central Gerber shopping mall.
Sofo to lead Germany tourism in the Gulf
The German National Tourist Office has appointed Yamina Sofo to the role of director of sales and marketing in the Gulf countries. In her new capacity, Sofo will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Gulf region team.
Oberammergau Passion Play delayed until 2022
In a virtually unprecedented move, the Oberammergau Passion Play will be postponed for two years as the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage around the world.
Radisson Red Cologne to take brand into Germany
The new Radisson Red Cologne will be located in a central city location, just a stone’s throw from the UNESCO World Heritage-recognised Cologne Cathedral.
Cheval Maison, Frankfurt signed for 2022 opening
Located in Frankfurt, the long-stay residence will be the second Maison branded property, after an announcement that construction work will start in central Dubai in 2020.
German tourism sees continued growth in early 2019
According to provisional figures from the Federal Statistical Office, 39.8 million international overnights were registered across hotels and accommodation establishments with more than ten beds between January and June.
Radisson Hotel Group signs latest property in Stuttgart
Radisson Hotel Group has signed with Bülow for a new Radisson Blu hotel at the Porsche Design Tower in Stuttgart, Germany. The design of the Porsche Design Tower Stuttgart was developed in close collaboration with Studio Porsche.
Park Inn by Radisson Wismar to open this autumn
Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of the new Park Inn by Radisson Wismar, in northern Germany, with the property set to open in quarter three of the year. The city is especially popular for its location on the Baltic Sea and its sights dating back to the Hanseatic era.
Germany sees increase in visitors despite Brexit decline
International incoming overnights for Germany during the first quarter of 2019 are up. Overnights from the UK, affected by the Brexit situation, showed a three per cent decrease during the first three months of 2019 despite an increase of 0.6 per cent in March.
Volkswagen launches WeShare car rental service in Berlin
Volkswagen has made a first move into e-mobility with the public launch of its WeShare operation in Berlin. The service will offer a fleet of 1,500 e-Golfs, with 500 e-up! cars to be added in a few months.
Germany launches Summer Cities campaign to UK travellers
Urban beaches and beautiful beer gardens, inner city surfing, hot sultry evenings in the coolest bars, street parties that last until dawn – welcome to summer in German cities.
Hertz launches new Kollektion 7 to luxury travellers in Germany
Hertz Europe has unveiled Kollektion 7 - Made in Germany, a new collection of seven prestige vehicles celebrating luxury German marques and engineering expertise. Launching at Frankfurt Airport, the new collection includes prestige vehicles from top German brands: BMW, Mercedes Benz and Porsche.