Germany is a land of lush valleys, turreted castles, snow-capped mountains, mysterious forests, medieval villages and bustling beer gardens. The capital, Berlin is crammed with cafes, bars and nightclubs, and like most other German cities has its fair share of museums, palaces and historical monuments. Southwest Germany is home to the beautiful cities of Freiburg and Heidelberg. The contrasting landscape of mountains and beaches make Germany a year-round destination.