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Magdeburg

A city of history and reinvention, Magdeburg rose from the ashes of WWII to become a vibrant, modern city rife with culture and heritage. An ancient archbishopric and an important military stronghold, Magdeburg boasts a stunning gothic cathedral, the oldest equestrian statue in Germany, and some of the country's most innovative modern architecture, as well as the perfect setting for strolls along the Elbe River.

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