Why Malta?
Malta is a miniature Mediterranean powerhouse. On an area smaller than Bremen, this island nation packs more history, culture, and natural beauty than some countries a hundred times its size. Situated between Sicily and North Africa, Malta has been a strategic crossroads for millennia — and every civilization has left its mark.
- 7,000 years of history — Malta's megalithic temples are older than the pyramids of Giza and Stonehenge. The UNESCO-protected temples of Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra are among the oldest free-standing structures of humanity. Add to that Phoenician tombs, Roman villas, Arab fortresses, and Baroque cathedrals.
- Valletta — Europe's smallest capital — The entire old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an architectural masterpiece of the Knights of St. John. Honey-colored limestone, Baroque palaces, hidden gardens, and panoramic sea views — all in a compact space.
- Order of the Knights of St. John — From 1530 to 1798, the Knights of Malta ruled the islands and transformed Malta into one of the most fortified regions in Europe. Their fortresses, palaces, and the Co-Cathedral remain breathtaking to this day.
- Crystal-clear sea — The Blue Lagoon on Comino is one of the most beautiful swimming spots in Europe. Countless bays, rock pools, and dive spots with visibility over 30 meters — Malta is a paradise for divers and snorkelers.
- Gozo — the tranquil sister — Malta's small neighboring island is greener, more rural, and more relaxed. Baroque churches in every village, terraced fields, the famous Citadella in Victoria, and spectacular coastal landscapes.
- Year-round destination with over 300 sunny days — Malta is one of the sunniest places in Europe. Even in winter, temperatures rarely drop below 12°C. Perfect for cultural holidays from October to May, beach holidays from June to September.
- English as an official language — As a former British colony, English is an official language alongside Maltese. This makes Malta the easiest travel destination in the Mediterranean for those who don't speak Italian or Arabic.
- Compact & affordable — Malta is small enough to see everything in a week and cheaper than most Western European destinations. Good cuisine, affordable buses, reasonably priced accommodations — and flights from Germany starting at €50.
Malta is the perfect mix of beach holiday, cultural trip, and adventure — on an area you could cross in a day, but for which you need at least a week to truly experience.
