The striking Renaissance castle sits enthroned on a rocky spur above the Saale river and was built from the 16th century on the site of previous medieval buildings. Today it houses a museum on the history of the town and the region.

In the 20th century, Bernburg also became known as a location for the chemical industry. During the National Socialist era, the local state hospital was one of the killing centers as part of the Nazi “Aktion T4”. Today, a memorial on the grounds of the former sanatorium and nursing home commemorates these crimes.

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Celle is a charming half-timbered town in Lower Saxony, known for its old town with over 400 beautifully restored half-timbered houses—one of the most picturesque in Germany. Founded in the 13th century, Celle was the residence of the Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg for many years. Celle Castle, a splendid Renaissance and Baroque building, now houses a museum and a castle theatre. Highlights also include St. Mary's Church, the Old Town Hall, and the French Garden. Situated at the southern edge of the Lüneburg Heath, Celle is a popular starting point for nature excursions. Its historical charm and cultural offerings make Celle a delightful travel destination.

Hildesheim, a city rich in tradition in Lower Saxony, was founded in 815 and boasts over 1,200 years of history. The city is renowned for its two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary, featuring the famous Thousand-Year Rosebush, and St. Michael's Church, a masterpiece of early Romanesque architecture. The historic market square impresses with reconstructed half-timbered houses such as the Knochenhaueramtshaus and the Tempelhaus. St. Andrew's Church houses the tallest church tower in Lower Saxony at 114.5 meters, offering panoramic views of the city from its observation deck. Cultural highlights like the Roemer and Pelizaeus Museum and the Magdalenengarten complement the diverse offerings. As a university town, Hildesheim offers a vibrant city life with numerous events and festivals. Its central location near Hanover makes Hildesheim an attractive destination for culture enthusiasts and history buffs.

Frankfurt am Main is a major metropolis in the centre of Germany and one of the most important financial centres in Europe. The city is home to the European Central Bank, the Deutsche Bundesbank and numerous international banks and companies. The characteristic skyline of the Main metropolis, which is largely characterised by the presence of striking skyscrapers, has earned the city the nickname ‘Mainhattan’.

Frankfurt am Main is not only of significant relevance from an economic perspective, but also has a multitude of cultural facets. Many art and theatre events, interesting museums located directly on the Main, the new old town and the old houses on the Römerberg as well as the house where Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was born are also worth seeing. The Main runs through the city and gives it an open, urban flair. Frankfurt is a major transport hub with an airport and a dense rail and motorway network.