Bonn

Bonn city breaks are popular with those looking for a relaxing getaway. The former German capital is a city with a history dating back more than 2,000 years. Set on the banks of the Rhine and romantically known as 'The Beethoven City', Bonn is blessed with numerous historic sites, including the strawberry coloured Rathaus (Town Hall) and 'Godesburg Fortress'.

Everyone thinks of Bonn when talking about cultural music. The city's favourite son, Beethoven, was born here in 1770 and has since been an ambassador for Bonn's culture and artistic prowess. Today, it is a university city and a cultural centre with many concerts and exhibitions. The area around Bonn has many wine bars along the Rhine where you can enjoy the views of the 'Siebengebirge' hills where the famous Riesling wines are produced, making this a relaxing break from the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the nearby Dusseldorf.

• Flight time from London: 1 hour 25 min
• Cologne Bonn Airport: 22km from the city centre; transfer time about 25 min
• Nearest railway station: Bonn Hauptbahnhof
• Currency: Euro