Cottbus

Cottbus is a city in northeast Germany. It's known for the English-style Branitz Park, created by Prince Hermann of Pückler-Muskau in the 1800s. Within the park, Branitz Castle houses a museum chronicling the prince's life. The sprawling Spreeauenpark spans gardens, lakes, trails and playgrounds. Cottbus Zoo is home to animals including elephants, camels and otters. The Flugplatzmuseum displays vintage aircraft.