This map of Germany shows the country in green and the surrounding countries in orange. It is bordered by the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Denmark. It has ports on the Baltic Sea and the North Sea.

The map shows the location of the major cities, including Berlin, Dusseldorf, Munich, Hamburg, Dusseldorf, Heildelberg and others. If you are planning to explore the southern part of the country, fly to Munich which offers many daily flights from other major European cities, as well as New York, San Francisco and other cities in the U.S. Once in Munich, you can rent a car or hop on one of the efficient German trains which will take you to other cities and countries.

In Munich, spend a night at the Mandarin Oriental to catch your breath and recover from the jet lag. The hotel has rooms and suites with private terraces from which you can enjoy city views. There is also a gourmet restaurant and rooftop terrace open in the summer. The hotel is located near the city’s museums, dining and shopping.

If you are primarily interested in visiting the northern parts of the country, fly to Berlin. From there you can drive to Hamburg which lies to the north. Berlin is a good starting point for exploring Poland and the Czech Republic as well. Berlin has many historic sites, restaurants and shopping for all budgets. There are many accommodation options, ranging from luxury hotels to affordable bed and breakfasts. The city is efficiently run, friendly and fun to explore.