Find a Travel Partner in Germany
Germany balances big, efficient cities with half-timbered old towns, river valleys and forest. It's easy and affordable to travel, with festivals, castles and some of Europe's best public transport linking it all.
🇩🇪 Germany at a glance
- Capital
- Berlin
- Largest city
- Berlin
- Official language
- German
- Area
- 357,114 km² (137,882 mi²)
- Population
- 83.5 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Euro — EUR (€)
- Region
- Western Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Berlin
- Calling code
- +49
- Plug type
- Type C, F
Data updated: weather 28 min ago · rates 28 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Germany is known for
Germany balances big, efficient cities with half-timbered old towns, river valleys and forest. It's easy and affordable to travel, with festivals, castles and some of Europe's best public transport tying it all together for an effortless shared trip.
- Berlin's history and nightlife
- Bavarian castles and the Alps
- Christmas markets and beer halls
- The Rhine and Black Forest
Tourism in Germany
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #6 of 33 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Germany
From Berlin to Cologne, these are the places most Germany trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Berlin who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Berlin
Layered capital of history, art and round-the-clock nightlife.
Munich
Bavarian city of beer gardens and alpine day trips.
Hamburg
Maritime city of canals, harbor and music venues.
Cologne
Cathedral city on the Rhine with a friendly, festive streak.
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Create your tripThings to do in Germany
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Cities & history
- The Wall and museums of Berlin
- Cathedral and old town of Cologne
- Harbour and canals of Hamburg
Castles & nature
- Fairy-tale Neuschwanstein in Bavaria
- Cruise the castle-lined Rhine
- Hiking trails of the Black Forest
Festivals & culture
- Oktoberfest beer halls in Munich
- Christmas markets in December
- Music and art across the cities
Food & drink
- Bratwurst, pretzels and schnitzel
- Beer gardens in summer
- Regional wines along the Mosel
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
May to September is the warmest and best for exploring. December brings the famous Christmas markets and a festive chill. Spring and autumn are mild and far less crowded.
Safety tips
- Validate transit tickets - fines for fare-dodging are steep
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $25-45/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $75-140/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $160-300/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $30-65
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Fast ICE trains and regional rail reach everywhere; cities have excellent trams, U-Bahn and buses. A car helps only for the rural castle routes.
Visa & entry requirements for Germany
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Hotels & Homes
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Flights
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Trains
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Car Rentals
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Tours & Attractions
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