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Discover Germany with Trawel
Fairy-tale castles, beer halls, and cities rebuilt with care
Capital
Berlin
Currency
Euro (€)
Languages
German
Time zone
CET (UTC+1:00)
Visa
Schengen visa required for most non-EU nationalities
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Why visit
Why visit Germany
Germany moves from Berlin's raw history and nightlife to Bavaria's fairy-tale castles and beer gardens, connected by an efficient rail network.
heritage
Living history
Berlin's Wall remnants, medieval old towns, and grand castles.
landscape
Fairy-tale landscapes
Neuschwanstein Castle and the Black Forest's dense woodlands.
food
Beer & bratwurst
Beer gardens, Oktoberfest, and hearty regional food.
Top destinations
Where to go
Things to do
Experiences worth planning
Climate
Weather & best time
Summer
Jun–Aug · Warm, best for outdoor sightseeing
Winter
Dec–Feb · Cold, festive Christmas markets
Monsoon
No monsoon; temperate climate with rain year-round
Best time
May to September for warm, pleasant weather
Travel guide
Practical notes
Transportation
The ICE high-speed rail network connects major cities efficiently; cities have strong public transit.
Local food
Bratwurst, pretzels, schnitzel, and regional beer.
Shopping
Berlin's design boutiques, Munich's Christmas markets, and outlet villages nationwide.
Nightlife
Berlin's legendary club scene and Munich's beer halls.
SIM card
eSIMs and prepaid SIMs widely available with strong EU-wide coverage.
Currency exchange
Cards accepted in most places, though smaller businesses may prefer cash.
Internet
Reliable in cities; generally good countrywide.
Local tips
Punctuality is valued, and Sundays see most shops closed — plan grocery and retail visits accordingly.
Cities
Popular cities
BerlinMunichHamburgCologneFrankfurtDresden
Highlights
What not to miss
01Neuschwanstein Castle
02Oktoberfest
03Berlin's history
04Christmas markets
05The Black Forest
06Efficient trains
Common questions
Everything you need to know
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