In this brilliant blue spring in Germany, legend has it that a sad mermaid learned to finally laugh.

This natural hill rose another 130 feet from the debris and rubble added after World War II.

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

The entrance to this Frankfurt subway station looks like an old tram car crashed into the concrete sidewalk.

The sweet story of how American cargo planes became known as "Candy Bombers" during the Berlin Blockade.

A rare chance to ride one of the few continuous elevators still in operation.

From Nazi chemicals to the CIA, this architectural marvel has played a fascinating role in German history.

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

This futuristic German spa allows visitors to float in a pool of salt water while zoning out to underwater techno.

The scars of World War II are preserved on its walls.

This contentious squat has stood through fire, violence, and government intervention as a hotbed of leftist protest.

Model Trains and Much More in Hamburg.

Hamburgers are intensely proud of their tunnel beneath the river.

Joe Cocker's 1988 concert at this site in East Germany marked a changing sea tide that would eventually lead to reunification.

Tourists often confuse this beautifully ornate former cigarette factory for a mosque.

An exquisite panometer representing Dresden as it was from 1695 to 1760.

This Dresden church was purposely rebuilt Protestant after being demolished in World War II.

A unique hanging cable-car navigates through Dresden, the oldest suspension railway in the world.

In addition to fine dairy products, the world's most beautiful milk shop also offers a feast for the eyes.

When the rain falls, this drain system turns into a musical instrument.

This outdoor library provides around-the-clock access to around 7,000 books.

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

An eerie, derelict amusement park in Berlin.

This wildly-tiled artist's palace is a living and growing account of the creator's life, loves, and labors.