Germany Travel Guide

Many tourists flock to Germany each year due to its copious amounts of entertainment and attractions. Its great diversity means that travellers with differing tastes can visit the country and enjoy a break full of their favourite activities. There is uncharted nature to explore, fine arts to entertain as well as a German urban culture for those looking for lively nights and days.

German Cuisine

A trip to Germany would not be complete without enjoying the country’s restaurants and trying the tradition cuisines. German establishments tend to serve a continental breakfasts; this consists of bread rolls, cold meats, cheeses and preserves. The most famous snack is a wurst (German sausage) in a bread roll; you will see many locals purchasing these from markets, stalls and street stands.

There are an abundance of meats on the menus within Germany; you can also find great fish dishes as these are becoming popular with locals. In restaurants, a side plate may be produced before the main course, this occurs regardless of whether you order a starter and it is expected that you eat this before your main dish arrives. Some popular dishes are Eisbein mit sauerkraut (leg of pork) and mashed potato and Schwabische maultaschen (large ravioli). Some desserts you may also want to taste are Eierpfannkuchen (pancakes) and Schwarzwalder kirschtorte (Black Forest Gateau).

Climate

Like many European countries, Germany can be visited all year round. Whilst the weather is not very dependable, the winters tend to be cold and the summers are mostly warm. Any extremities in temperature or weather are rare.  The months between May and September are the most popular tourist months; however many people also visit during the winter holidays due to the amazing Christmas markets that are dotted around the country. If you visit between January and April, you can enjoy the sights and attraction without crowds, however the city of Berlin tends to be busy all year round.

Popular Cities to Visit

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is an extremely popular tourist destination. The city is home to a multicultural population and this diversity is reflected in the accommodation, restaurants and other establishments open to visitors. Berlin also has a rich historic resonance; its past is apparent on every street within the city.

Another vibrant city to visit is Hamburg; it is a buzzing harbour town with great cultural diversity and a penchant for the finer aspects of German culture. This city differs aesthetically from Berlin as urban new builds and traditional establishment stand side by side. This is also a green city and contains wide areas of parks, green land and lakes.

Dusseldorf is Germany’s most wealthy city and is extremely cosmopolitan; there are many fashionable boutiques, shopping districts and high art establishments. The dining experiences which Dusseldorf has to offer is also spectacular and truly reflects the urbanity of the city. However, tucked away along the Rhine, you can also discover aspect of Germany’s traditions and rich past.