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“Christ Stopped at Eboli” by Carlo Levi: This autobiographical novel, published in 1945, recounts Levi’s…

“No Tie To Die” (2021): The opening scene and car chase in this James Bond…

Basilicata, one of Italy’s best-kept secrets, is a region that will leave you spellbound with…

“The House in the Clouds” by Linda Barrett Osborne – This historical novel tells the…

“The American” (2010) – This suspenseful thriller starring George Clooney features locations in Abruzzo, particularly…

Abruzzo is a region in central Italy that offers a tantalising blend of natural beauty,…

“A Thousand Years of Good Prayers” (2005) by Yiyun Li – Though not entirely set…

“Werk ohne Autor” (Never Look Away) – This German drama film, directed by Florian Henckel…

Located in the heart of Germany, Thüringen is a region brimming with natural beauty, historical…

“The Buddenbrooks” (Buddenbrooks: Verfall einer Familie, 1901) by Thomas Mann – While not exclusively set…

“The Frisian Saga” (Die Friesensaga, 2012) – A historical drama set in the coastal region…

The home of Hamburg and Lübeck and located in the northernmost part of Germany, Schleswig-Holstein is…

“The Physician” (1986) by Noah Gordon – This historical fiction novel follows the journey of…

“The Lives of Others” (2006) – Although primarily set in Berlin, this critically acclaimed film…

Welcome to Sachsen-Anhalt, birthplace of the reformation, a region in Germany that seamlessly blends history,…

“The Saxon Chronicles” by Bernard Cornwell – This historical fiction series follows the adventures of…

Bridge of Spies (2015) – Based on true events, this Steven Spielberg film has scenes…

Sachsen, a region in eastern Germany, offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, natural beauty,…

“Love Is Colder Than Death” (1969): Although not explicitly mentioned, this German film by Rainer…

Welcome to Saarland, a hidden gem located in southwestern Germany. Saarschleife: Admire the magnificent curve…

“The Glass Room” by Simon Mawer: Set in a fictional town in Rheinland-Pfalz, this novel…

“Heimat” (1984): A renowned German TV series set in the fictional village of Schabbach, which…

Located in the heart of Germany, Rheinland-Pfalz entices visitors with its rich cultural heritage, landscapes,…

“Perfume: The Story of a Murderer” by Patrick Süskind – While the majority of the…

Lola Rennt” (1998) – This German thriller, directed by Tom Tykwer, is set in Cologne.…

Cologne is a city steeped in history and rich in cultural heritage, situated on the…

Located in the heart of western Germany, Nordrhein-Westfalen offers a delightful mix of scenic cities,…

“Great German Idols” by E. Marlitt: This 19th-century German romance novel, set in the fictional…

Autumn Milk (2017): This German drama set in a fictional rural village has scenes filmed…

Located in the heart of northern Germany, Lower Saxony, or Niedersachsen as it is known…

“Effi Briest” by Theodor Fontane: This classic German novel tells the story of a young…

Winter Sleepers (1997): Directed by Tom Tykwer, known for Run Lola Run, this mystery drama…

Located in the northeastern corner of Germany, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is a region renowned for its serene…

“Demian” by Hermann Hesse (1919) – Although not explicitly set in Hessen, this philosophical novel…

“Wings of Desire” (1987) – Directed by Wim Wenders, this iconic film is set in…

Welcome to Frankfurt, a city that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern sophistication. Located on…

Frankonia is fabled region in southern Germany known for its wine, beer, food, history, scenic…

Located in the heart of Germany, the enchanting region of Hessen offers a rich tapestry…

“A Most Wanted Man” by John le Carré: This gripping espionage novel takes place in…

“A Most Wanted Man” (2014) – This spy thriller, based on a novel by John…