5 under-the-radar experiences that tell the story of Germany

(Clockwise from top left) Benrath Palace, Ramones Museum, Belyzium Chocolate, Classic Remise and Frankfurt's riverfront. PHOTOS: RONAN O'CONNELL
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Beyond dreamy cathedrals and Christmas markets, Germany has a multitude of overlooked travel experiences that tell its story in fresh and appealing ways.

An all-pink Dusseldorf palace, a Berlin museum of punk rock, German chocolatiers working with Belizean farmers, the serene riverfront of high-octane Frankfurt and a warehouse of supercars - there will be discoveries galore when the Vaccinated Travel Lane between Singapore and Germany starts on Wednesday (Sept 8).

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