A stonemason's hilarious revenge came in the form of this peculiarly positioned gargoyle.

This medieval cathedral houses stained-glass windows featuring saints and pretzels.

These paved rills bring freshwater into Altstadt and could spell wedding bells for whoever stumbles into the waters.

This 18th-century folly is one of Europe's rare "garden mosques."

A historic steam train meanders along one of the most scenic rail routes in Germany's Black Forest.

This unique medieval artwork featuring the story of the Antichrist remained lost for decades.

A series of haunting wooden totems are hidden in the woods surrounding a German environmental center.

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

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

A kindergarten shaped like a cat with a tail that's a slide.

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

This historic funicular system combines the old with the new while offering delightful views over the surrounding valley.

Crop circles inspired this whimsical garden in Germany.

It's good luck to be mocked by this monkey.

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

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

A Black Forest cuckoo clock theme park features one timepiece big enough to walk inside.

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

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

A striking 12th-century-style castle built on the edge of a cliff.

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

The fairy tale castle of the "fairy-tale king."

Fantastic views and thousands of love locks.

After years of being casually peed on by humans, this tree is peeing back.