WHAT CLOTHES TO BRING TO GERMANY
In the summer we can carry a suitcase full of light cotton clothing, but it is advisable to bring a light sweater for the nights and mornings. In spring and autumn, light warm clothes and especially things to take the rain as well as possible, such as raincoats, umbrellas, etc. In winter we have to go very warm, with hats, gloves, scarf, sweaters, etc.
Spring print in Germany
RECOMMENDED TIME OF YEAR TO TRAVEL
Due to the low temperatures that the country reaches during winter, the most advisable time to travel is during summer and spring.
KITCHEN AND PRECAUTIONS IN GERMANY
A basic first-aid kit will help us in case of any non-serious problem that we may have, headaches, stomach problems, etc.
HOSPITALS
The quality of the hospital services, as well as the infrastructure, hospitals and clinical centers is very good. It is convenient to request the form of the EU agreement at the corresponding Social Security Administration and be provided with the European Health Card in order to be treated.
IS IT NECESSARY TO BRING TRAVEL INSURANCE TO GERMANY?
To avoid any other incident or serious economic damage, especially if you are not European, since the cost of healthcare is very high, it is essential to carry travel insurance with extensive coverage such as IATI insurance, with a 5% discount by making click here.
ELECTRIC APPLIANCES
The electrical current is 220 V at 50 Hz, and the plugs are the same as ours, so it is not necessary to travel with an adapter.
MOBILE PHONE
Through the roaming service you can receive and make calls from any German city, using any of the German operators that have an agreement with Spanish companies, such as T-Mobile, Vodafone, E-Plus and O2.
DRIVING WAY
The road and motorway network is excellent and you drive on the right. If we travel to Germany with our own vehicle, we must know that it requires comprehensive insurance and that it is technically and mechanically checked. We must also know that all traffic offenses, especially for excess of alcohol, are strictly and strongly punished.
Highway in Germany
IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL TO GERMANY?
Germany is considered a very safe country, so we only have to take the precautions that we would have in any big city, especially in places with a large tourist influx.
BUSINESS HOURS IN GERMANY
Shops are open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8.30 a.m. to 1 p.m., except for the first Saturdays of each month that extend their opening hours until 6 p.m., thus closing Sundays and holidays. The department stores are open until 8pm. and on Saturdays until 4:00 p.m. and they are also closed on Sundays. In small towns, shops usually close at noon. Banks are open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., except on Thursdays when they remain open until 5:30 p.m. Post offices have very long hours, opening from Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays until noon.
Drugs
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in general the penalties for drug use, possession and trafficking range between 2 and 15 years in prison.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE IN GERMANY
The currency used in the country is the euro, so we do not have to make any changes if we travel from a European country. In addition, they also accept traveler's checks and all kinds of international credit cards.
SHOPPING
The country offers products of excellent quality, such as the typical crafts of the country, leather objects such as belts and suitcases, compositions of vitreous paint and articles made of molten tin or clay. And of course we must not forget its exquisite beer.
TIPS
As in most countries in Europe, the tip is already included in the bill, but it is true that in this country, many think it is appropriate to leave something else. In restaurants, tips range from 5% to 10% of the total, and it should never be left on the table, but hand delivered directly to the waiter. Taxi drivers are also tipped up to 10%.
MORE TIPS FOR TRAVELING TO GERMANY
The normal thing to do when going to a German restaurant for dinner is to go around 8:00 p.m., taking into account that at most its doors will remain open until 1 a.m. Keep in mind that in the rest of Europe you eat, have dinner and have breakfast much earlier than in Spain.
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