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Gross St. Martin (left), Cologne Cathedral (right)
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Rhine River Valley
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Travel Info
Germany is bursting with things to do for the entire family. Here you can explore storybook castles, fairy tale forests and medieval villages, as well as participate in countless family-friendly festivals across the country.
Germany’s exciting and historic cities offer high-quality cultural experiences, fabulous shopping and some of Europe's best nightlife.
The romantic and stunning countryside often defies description. Be it a relaxing stroll in a mountain valley, a river boat cruise along the beautiful Danube, a weekend getaway on the Baltic Sea or North Sea coast, or a ski vacation in the Alps, Germany will not disappoint you.
For travel tips, city details, major attractions and points-of-interest, follow the links below.
GENERAL ITEMS OF INTEREST
 Currency Germany uses the euro countrywide. Instead of traveling with your own country's currency and then paying the somewhat expensive cash conversion rates, we suggest - to get the best exchange rate - that you use an ATM for cash and credit cards for purchases.
Currency Conversion here!
Electricity Germany runs on 220 volts AC (50 cycles).
Note that most modern laptop, cell phone and digital camera chargers are dual voltage and will work perfectly in Germany with just a simple adapter plug. Find electrical adapters, products and tips here!
Drosselgasse, a 10-foot-wide street in Rudesheim, Germany, one crammed with cafes, stores, wine taverns and lots of tourists
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Spring months in Germany are a bit on the chilly side, but across the country from May through September conditions are generally warm and pleasant with mostly sunny skies. Fall temperatures are lower with moderate rainfall, but nevertheless a wonderful time to visit the country.
The winter months (though colder and wet) remain mostly mild in the west, while in the east conditions are much colder and way below freezing temperatures are commonplace.
Snow fall in the higher mountains of the south and across Bavaria can be extremely heavy, but in general terms accumulation amounts in the central uplands are light and quick to melt.
Countrywide in summer high temperatures average in the mid-70's, while winter months average in the low 40's. Precipitation is possible throughout the year, with the most rain falling in the summer months
Travel Advisories (U.S. State Department) here!
VISAS
A valid passport is required to enter Germany. For stays up to 90 days visa requirements (if any) vary from country to country. To find out whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we suggest you contact the Germany Embassy and Consulate with jurisdiction over your individual country of citizenship.
For stays longer than 90 days regarding employment, study or tourism, a visa is required and must be obtained in advance. For additional info please contact the Germany Embassy and Consulate with jurisdiction over your individual country of citizenship.
GERMANY TOURISM SITES
Berlin Travel Information web site
Germany Castles web site
Germany Tourism (a wonderful) web site
Munich Travel Information web site
Oktoberfest Information web site
GERMANY TOURISM TRANSPORTATION
Danube River Cruises web site
Ferries to Germany web site
Germany Canal Boats web site
Germany Trains (Deutsche Bahn) web site
RailEurope web site
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Castles on the Rhine Video, 2008
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