Life of Travel
Fairytale castles, vibrant cities, world class beer, and rich history
Germany is a country of contrasts. Cutting edge Berlin sits alongside medieval Rothenburg, sleek Autobahns wind past fairytale castles, and centuries old beer halls neighbour Michelin starred restaurants. From the festive Christmas markets of winter to the legendary Oktoberfest in autumn, the alpine peaks of Bavaria to the industrial heritage of the Ruhr, Germany offers far more than stereotypes suggest.
Berlin
Oktoberfest
Cologne
Black Forest
September to October
Oktoberfest runs late September to early October. Beautiful autumn colours and wine harvest festivals throughout the country.
Late November to December
Germany invented Christmas markets. Nuremberg, Cologne, and Dresden host the most famous. Magical atmosphere despite cold weather.
Edgy capital with world class nightlife, history, and culture
Best for: Culture • History • Art • Family Museums
Bavaria's elegant capital with beer gardens and Alpine access
Best for: Beer Culture • Oktoberfest • Day Trips • Tradition
Medieval towns and fairytale villages from Wurzburg to Fussen
Best for: Castles • Medieval Towns • Scenic Drives • Romance
Maritime city with incredible food scene and harbour views
Best for: Food Scene • Architecture • Family Activities • Maritime Culture
Christmas Markets
Beer Gardens
Rhine Cruise
Germany is more cash friendly than you'd expect. Always carry euros, especially for smaller shops and restaurants
Deutsche Bahn trains are excellent but book ICE tickets early for best prices. Consider the Deutschland Ticket for local transport
Shops close on Sundays. Stock up on Saturday. Train stations often have Sunday shops
Breakfast is included at most hotels. German bread and pretzels are exceptional
Germans value punctuality. Arrive on time for tours, reservations, and trains
Explore the capital. Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, Berlin Wall, vibrant nightlife in Kreuzberg. Day trip to Potsdam
Train to Dresden for Baroque beauty, then Leipzig for music history and hip culture. Quick connections between both
Bavaria's capital. Marienplatz, beer halls, English Garden. Visit BMW Museum or take a day trip to Salzburg
Day trip to the fairy tale castle. Book tickets in advance. Combine with Hohenschwangau Castle nearby
Rent a car and drive through Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbuhl, and other medieval gems. End in Frankfurt for departure
English is widely spoken, especially by younger people and in tourist areas. Having a few German phrases helps and is appreciated. Danke and Bitte go a long way.
Wonderful for families! Neuschwanstein Castle is a real-life fairytale, Christmas markets are magical for children, Legoland Germany is fantastic, and cities like Munich have excellent parks and family-friendly beer gardens where kids are welcome.
Deutsche Bahn trains connect all major cities. ICE high speed trains are fast but pricey without advance booking. The Deutschland Ticket (€49/month) covers all regional transport.
Beyond schnitzel and sausages: try Spätzle (egg noodles), Sauerbraten (pot roast), Currywurst in Berlin, Weisswurst in Munich, and definitely the bread and pretzels everywhere.
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