This temple to the sturm and drang of Richard Wagner contains a dragon's cave and reptile zoo full of living "dragons."

No need to strap in for a "ride" on this walkable roller coaster.

A beautiful maze marks where three countries meet.

This small window display is dedicated to the noble carrot.

This futuristic German television spire is actually the world's largest digital clock.

Twisted buildings adorn the banks of the Rhine river.

This "floating railway" is one of the world's oldest monorail systems.

A varied collection of brains in alcohol.

Be it nature, art, or abandoned military architecture this eclectic German "museum" has you covered.

This former Nazi castle was built as a school to train what would have been the future of the Third Reich.

This medieval castle overlooking the Elzbach river looks just like it did hundreds of years ago.

Thousands of tourists and residents in Cologne affix "love padlocks" on the Hohenzollernbrücke Bridge to symbolize their affections.

A collection of artworks exclusively created by the mentally ill that was almost burned by Nazi culture police.

A horse statue that receives constant makeovers from graffiti artists and locals.

There has been an astronomical clock on this spot since the 14th century.

The remains of three Luftwaffe launch pads designed for manned anti-aircraft missiles.

An old slaughterhouse now holds the largest collection of pig artifacts.

Remnants of a cone-shaped Nazi bomb shelter.

This ancient ruined monastery has been destroyed by fire so many times that it seems like God hates it.

1898 German railroad depot museum with working engines, steam train excursions, and hands-on displays.

A German apartment building hosting as many trees as human occupants.

The birthplace of an eccentric alchemist and possible inspiration for the fictional reanimator of monsters.

Sitting in the basement of a castle, the largest wine barrel in the world is bigger than most apartments.

A preserved college lock-up that recalls a clubhouse approach to discipline.