UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany
From the Wadden Sea to Cologne Cathedral, the old beech forests to Augsburg's water management system - a total of 51 cultural and natural heritage sites in Germany belong to the UNESCO World Heritage.
There are currently 1,154 UNESCO World Heritage sites in 167 countries worldwide. 51 of them are located in Germany. They include cultural landscapes and parks, unique natural areas, built testimonies to social and technological development and masterpieces of human creative genius.
Together, these sites tell diverse stories about how people live, reside and work around the world and provide fascinating insights into the development of our planet. They share an outstanding universal value, that is, their significance not only for national or local communities, but for all of humanity.