Dear Reader,

Summer is finally here and what better way to celebrate the beginning of the warm and friendly season than by whipping our gardens into shape? According to a recent study by the Bundesinstitut für Bau-, Stadt- und Raumforschung, gardening is an ever-growing trend for German millennials. It argues that interest in the population has grown in more than every second municipality involved in the study, and slightly more frequently in the large cities. This is manifested in a growing number of garden and environmental initiatives, but also a greater demand for allotment gardens in the city.

Given how much Germans love gardening, it doesn’t come as a surprise that there are numerous palace gardens and urban parks that are well worth a visit. In our cover feature, we therefore take you to our top five destinations that will make any kind of garden enthusiast happy. Following this, we created a special theme on gardening to introduce some gorgeous designs and decorative ideas for your gardens. Get inspired!

To plan your summer holiday further, we also present some top camping and caravanning tips, great destinations and hotels that will make any-length stay a highlight to remember. And if you happen to be planning a wedding, we have got you covered in our latest June issue too, with special themes on wedding companies from Germany and Switzerland that can help you turn your wedding into the most beautiful day of your life.

Other topics covered in our new June issue include an interview with actress Cristina do Rego, features on the interesting history of aerial tramways in the DACH region, the enchanting world of Berlin’s cemetery parks, top software companies, business consultants, innovative architects, creative designers and much, much more.

Sit back, relax and thanks for reading.

Nane Steinhoff Editor

Cover Feature

60 GET OUTSIDE: TOP FIVE GARDENS IN GERMANY

Landscape architecture and garden design are terms most often associated with England. However, Germany has also plenty to offer when it comes to beautiful botanical gardens and parks. Here, we introduce some of our top picks that are well worth a visit in spring and summer.

Special Themes

20 WEDDING DREAMS 2023

Are you planning a wedding? In this special theme, we have handpicked some innovative companies and great people that can help turn your wedding into the most beautiful day of your life.

28 DREAM WEDDINGS IN SWITZERLAND

Switzerland is a popular wedding destination. Find out why in this special theme.

34 GARDEN SEASON

Summer is finally here: and what better way to celebrate the beginning of the warm and friendly season than b whipping our gardens into shape?

68 CAMPING UND CARAVANNING HIGHLIGHTS OF 2023

Being at one with nature, braving the elements and making memories that will last a lifetime – camping holidays have become more and more popular with people from all walks of life.

87 TOP BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

When we are immersed in a problem, it’s often difficult to examine it objectively. But changing perspective is crucial in order to uncover a solution that often hides in plain sight. With great dedication, the following business consultants help overcome challenges with ease.

91 TOP SOFTWARE COMPANIES – A REGIONAL SELECTION

Software is everywhere right now and the industry is booming. Find out more about the movers and shakers in the sector, across the following pages.

Features

46 ON BRAZIL, UPROOTING AND MORE: CRISTINA DO REGO

Born in Brazil and raised in Germany, actress Cristina do Rego speaks to Discover Germany, Austria & Switzerland about the recent election results in her home country, her latest film projects and more.

50 AERIAL TRAMWAY DREAMS

Aerial tramways created to carry passengers to mountain peaks were first constructed in the early 20th century in Spain, Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Travel writer Eric Bryan finds out more about these special constructions.

66 HOTEL OF THE MONTH

Looking for unforgettable alpine moments? The Montafon in Austrian Vorarlberg has the perfect offer for everyone.

74 THE ENCHANTING WORLD OF BERLIN’S CEMETERY PARKS

Walking cemeteries while travelling can be, if you will excuse the pun, a most grounding experience.

REGULARS & COLUMNS

6 DEDICATED TO DESIGN

Whether you are searching for trendy interior items or unique fashion pieces, be sure to take a look at our Design section.

44 WINE & DINE

Looking for culinary highlights? The Wine & Dine section is for you.

54 TRAVEL

Stunning hotels, top getaways and must-visit attractions – check out our Travel section.

78 BUSINESS

Our Business section is filled with innovative companies and much more.

100 CULTURE CALENDAR

Discover Germany, Austria & Switzerland’s Culture Calendar is your perfect guide to what not to miss in June.

104 BARBARA GEIER COLUMN

This month, our columnist Barbara Geier talks about German baby names and more.

106 SECRET BERLIN COLUMN

In our newest column, writer Cornelia Brelowski explores the best hidden secrets of Berlin. This month, she heads to local coffee shops to find out more about the local coffee scene.