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Germany

Castles, the Rhine and Christmas markets.

Germany runs from a modern Berlin to Bavaria and Neuschwanstein, taking in the Rhine valley, the Black Forest and Europe’s best-known Christmas markets.

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Best time to visit May – Sep, December

Time zone GMT +1 / +2 in summer

Currency EUR (€)

Visa Schengen visa

Flight time 12 – 13 hrs direct from Vietnam

AI summary

Germany is usually 7–10 days: Berlin – Dresden – Nuremberg – Munich, or the Romantic Road. December is Christmas market season; late September brings Munich’s Oktoberfest.

Germany at a glance

Population 84 million people

Area 357,588 km²

Capital Berlin

Currency EUR (€) Euro

Language German

Climate Temperate four distinct seasons

Visa Schengen type C apply 3–6 weeks ahead

Driving side Right

Power socket Type C, F 230V – 50Hz

Germany destination location

6 mapped locations

Neuschwanstein Castle Ludwig II’s castle, the model for the Disney castle.

Brandenburg Gate, Berlin The symbol of Berlin and of a reunified Germany.

Munich & Marienplatz The Bavarian capital, home of the Oktoberfest.

Cologne Cathedral The twin-spired Gothic cathedral on the Rhine, a UNESCO site.

The Rhine Valley The Middle Rhine, with castles and vineyards, a UNESCO landscape.

Dresden The Baroque old town, rebuilt after the war.

Best time to visit Germany

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Weather overview

Average temperature 0°C – 25°C Four distinct seasons

Rainfall 700 mm Annual average

Humidity 70% – 85% Average

Sea temperature 4°C – 19°C North Sea & Baltic

Travel styles in Germany

Culture History & museums Family For all ages MICE Trade fairs & conferences Culinary Beer & German food Nature Black Forest & Bavarian Alps Photography Castles & old towns

Signature experiences

Heritage Neuschwanstein Castle

City breaks Berlin & the Wall

Food Bavarian beer halls

Nature Rhine river cruise

Culture Berlin’s Museum Island

Shopping Christmas markets

Adventure The Romantic Road

Resorts The Black Forest & Baden-Baden

Sample itineraries

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6 days Germany Essentials Berlin – Munich From USD 1,190/pax 9 days Classic Germany Berlin – Dresden – Nuremberg – Munich From USD 1,790/pax 12 days Germany, Austria & Czechia Berlin – Prague – Vienna – Munich From USD 2,390/pax

Frequently asked questions

What is special about December?

Christmas market season, running from late November to 24 December. Nuremberg, Dresden, Cologne and Munich hold the oldest. Expect 0–5°C and pack a heavy coat.

How do I visit Neuschwanstein?

By train to Füssen then bus, or a day tour from Munich (about two hours each way). Timed tickets must be booked ahead, and the interior is guided-tour only.

When is Oktoberfest?

Mid-September to early October in Munich, over 16–18 days. Munich hotel rates double or triple and need booking months ahead.

How do I get around Germany?

Deutsche Bahn ICE trains link the major cities: Berlin–Munich four hours, Berlin–Cologne 4h30. Advance Sparpreis fares are considerably cheaper.

What travellers say about Germany

4.7/5 Based on 1,080+ verified reviews

H Hoàng Minh Tú · Culture Trip Việt Nam We went in December for the Christmas markets — wonderful atmosphere, and the rail schedule was planned precisely.

N Nguyễn Văn Sơn · MICE Việt Nam A delegation for the Frankfurt trade fair; hotels and transfers were all exactly right.

K Katrin M. · Family Trip Áo Neuschwanstein is beautiful but busy — book the earliest slot of the day.