A large country in Western Europe
8
votes
4answers
210 views
What is the cheapest way of traveling from Berlin to Krakow?
A friend suggested going by bus to Poznan and from there by train to Krakow.
He said there is no particular reason to go to Poznan, but as whole it's a nice trip. You get to know a bit of Poland and ...
6
votes
2answers
59 views
Any walking tours (in English) in Cologne or nearby?
I'll be in Cologne, Germany a few days this summer.
Usually when I'm staying alone in a city (assuming I have time) I'll try to find a walking tour of some sort as it gives me an opportunity to meet ...
4
votes
2answers
99 views
What kind of clothing is suitable to stay in Munich from June to September?
If I were to stay in Munich, Germany for 3 months (June to Sept), what kind of clothing would be comfortable given the summer/autumn conditions?
8
votes
3answers
2k views
What are the options for a prepaid SIM card in Berlin?
I'll be staying in Berlin for one month and I have an unlocked iPhone (GSM) that I'd like to use while I'm here. What are my choices for SIM cards and packages that include data?
16
votes
5answers
1k views
Is wild camping possible in Germany? Where?
Is it possible to do wild camping in Germany? Are there specific zones for that?
If yes, can someone recommend a few, preferably with nice trails to walk.
The idea is to go into nature.
9
votes
2answers
131 views
Is it better to ship bicycle from Egypt to Leipzig, Germany or to buy/rent one?
I'm studying going to Germany and specially Leipzig this summer for around 100 days. Personally I am very interested in cycling as a sport and as a means of transportation. I have a good bicycle here ...
1
vote
1answer
40 views
Restaurants in Leipzig, Germany that offer local food
Personally I'm interested in food and cooking. I'm planning a visit to Leipzig, Germany this summer and I wanted to try some of the local dishes of Germany.
What are the most significant dishes in ...
-2
votes
0answers
38 views
Is furniture included in shared flats in Leipzig, Germany? [closed]
I'm planning for a visit to Leipzig , Germany this summer.
i'm searching www.wg-gesucht.de to rent a shared flat with people.
Bit I'm a little confused. Some rooms in the pictures are with ...
7
votes
1answer
385 views
Where can I find short term apartment rental offers in Berlin?
I'm looking to rent an apartment in Berlin for three months starting in April.
What websites / real estate agents / vacation rental companies exist for renting an apartment long term in Berlin?
I've ...
10
votes
1answer
132 views
Which parts of the Reichstag building are open for tourists?
I would like to visit the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany and I wonder:
Which parts of the building are open for tourists?
Is it for free?
Do I need a reservation?
Are there any restrictions ...
8
votes
3answers
2k views
Can I buy a SIM card in Germany for a short duration?
I will be travelling to Germany for 9 days and I need a SIM card there as soon as I arrive at Frankfurt Airport. I can take a SIM from India with international roaming activated but that option seems ...
3
votes
1answer
67 views
Data plans in Germany that can also can be used elsewhere in Europe
I am planning to spend around 100 days in Leipzig, Germany this summer , I wanted to make a prepaid data plan 1 GB be very enough.
My Questions are:
Which are the service providers who have ...
4
votes
1answer
46 views
Visa requirement? Germany visit: UK citizen & South African wife
I hope someone can help! We intend going to Germany over Christmas, but there is the big question of VISA?? My wife is South African, so is my 22 year old daughter, I am a UK citizen. Leaving from ...
3
votes
1answer
33 views
Business trip to Germany with a multiple entry visa to Ireland?
A one year multiple entry visa to Ireland (as I was invited on a business trip // in April) was issued to me as I presented invitation letters to Germany (in May) & France (in June) besides my ...
5
votes
1answer
341 views
Do I need an airport transit visa for Germany if I have a Schengen visa?
I am an Indian citizen living in the US. I am going back to India to get a H1B visa stamped. I have established that I would require an airport transit visa when I have a stopover in Germany.
On the ...
0
votes
0answers
45 views
Things to see in prague,berlin,osnabrück, amsterdam (Road trip) [closed]
were planning an Euro trip.
4 days in prague, then we take a train to Berlin. were planning to stay there for 2 days and rent a car and from Berlin to osnabruck by vehicle to say hello to some friends ...
3
votes
1answer
50 views
German Visa application
I am planning to visit my boyfriend in June for three months, however my biggest problem is proving that I have a reason to come back. I recently completed my studies in Hotel Reception and was ...
3
votes
1answer
66 views
Long Stay Visa in Germany
I got selected to an incubator program in Germany and I'm a Sri Lankan citizen. I cannot seem to find the right type of visa I need to apply for. The Embassy told me it has to be Long Term Visa, but ...
3
votes
3answers
307 views
Best deals for students booking international flight tickets from India
I will be travelling to and fro from Hyderabad (HYD), India to Berlin (TXL), Germany.
Duration: 20th May to 20th August of 2013 (3 months)
Class: Economy Class (as low as possible)
Where can I find ...
11
votes
1answer
806 views
How to get from Frankfurt-Hahn airport (HHN) to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA)?
I have found a flight from Frankfurt International airport (FRA), but from my city only Ryanair flies to Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN). The problem is that one airport is 114 km from the other. What's the ...
10
votes
1answer
369 views
Is it true that a “dekoriert”-sign means that naked women are dancing?
During carnival in German-speaking Europe, there are a lot of bars that have a sign at the front door stating "dekoriert", which means decorated. However, when you go inside, there are no decorations ...
4
votes
2answers
88 views
Finding a place to stay between Czech border and Nuremberg
I'm driving from Prague to West Germany on the A6 and am looking for a nice place to stay overnight, preferably between Nuremberg and the Czech border. My wife and I want to interact with people, so a ...
7
votes
4answers
102 views
Sites to see between Regensburg and Frankfurt
I'll be traveling in Germany in June. Toward the end of the trip, we'll be going to Regensburg and then we have three days before we have to be in Frankfurt to fly home. I'm looking for suggestions ...
7
votes
1answer
74 views
How can a US citizen obtain a Russian tourist visa from Berlin?
I'm in Berlin and plan to travel to Saint Petersburg in the not-too-distant future.
How can I obtain a Russian visa while I'm in Berlin? Here are my criteria:
Obtain a Russian tourist visa while in ...
6
votes
1answer
109 views
What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN) to Nijmegen (NL)
What is the cheapest way to get from Nijmegen Central Station to Düsseldorf Weeze Airport and, after a trip of several days, back from the same airport to Nijmegen Central Station?
I want to minimise ...
6
votes
5answers
316 views
How much would it cost to take a train from Krakow to Prague, Prague to Munich, Munich to Hamburg, and Hamburg to Warsaw?
I was thinking about purchasing the tickets at the local stations. I wanted to spend three weeks in Poland and a week in Prague, Munich, and Hamburg. I set aside $300 for each train itinerary but I'm ...
15
votes
5answers
3k views
Cheap bus lines in Germany, something like Orangeways?
Are there any cheap bus lines inside Germany? Something like Orangeways?
I've checked Deutsche Bahn cost for transport from Berlin to München and I was shocked with the price about 100 Euro. By ...
5
votes
2answers
148 views
What is the nearest underwater hotel to Germany?
I'm trying to find an underwater hotel that is not too far away from Germany. What's is the nearest one?
10
votes
1answer
165 views
Approx how long will it take to go to Cologne Bonn Airport from Cologne city center?
I will be attending Symfony Day 2011 which will be held at Komed Im Mediapark. Unfortunately my flight home leaves at 17:40 from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) so I have to leave before it's all over.
...
4
votes
1answer
51 views
What kind of ticket is required to travel to other zones having Nuremberg periodical ticket for tariff A?
I'm really lost trying to understand the tariff for Nuremberg (Nürnberg) public transport. This is the most complicated thing I've ever met. 10 tariff zones and a dozen of ticket zone variants...
...
2
votes
0answers
103 views
Working in Germany for 6 months - bank account [closed]
I've been recruited by a big software company which is going to relocate me in Berlin for 6 months.
This society asked me for an account number where my salary will be accredited. I live in Italy, ...
12
votes
2answers
267 views
Can I take my bicycle into all German trains?
I want to take a train with my bicycle from somewhere in Germany to Switzerland. Concerning this, I have a couple of question that all go to the same direction:
Can I take my bike in every train? Or ...
0
votes
0answers
58 views
Getting around Germany for 5-6 days [closed]
We are planning to take our adult daughter to Germany as a Birthday Gift. We have been to Munich and we loved it. However, I think our daughter would love to visit places where the local's gather ...
8
votes
3answers
207 views
Berlin to Munich in 5 Days
My wife and I are going to spend our anniversary in Germany in May. We are flying into Berlin and out of Munich, and we have 5 days to get from one place to the other. What would be a good general ...
3
votes
2answers
78 views
Will I Need a Transit visa or ESTA for the US as a Canadian?
I'm a Canadian traveling from Toronto To Warsaw and I have connecting flights in New Jersey and Frankfurt.
Will I need an ESTA or a Transit Visa?
9
votes
4answers
137 views
Can I make reservations for trains in Italy, France and Belgium from the Bahn ticket desks in Germany?
Assuming that the trains I'm booking don't pass through Germany. So e.g. Rome-Paris.
5
votes
3answers
123 views
Inter-country one-way car rental in Europe?
I'd like to rent a car in Germany, drive to Hungary, and return the car there. Do any car rental agencies allow such a thing (without an enormous fee)?
I'd consider a fee less than 1-2 days ...
4
votes
2answers
70 views
Where can you park a camper or car in Kleve, Goch, Weeze, Kevelaer (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)?
I am going to Germany (Kleve, Goch, Weeze, Kevelaer, in North Rhine-Westphalia) in April with my car or camper.
Does anyone have any suggestions on where to park/sleep in the area? Ideally I would ...
5
votes
2answers
212 views
Do I need a visa to transit through Germany?
I'm not a citizen and I'm having a flight from Victoria to Vancouver, Vancouver Frankfurt, Frankfurt Casablanca with Orbitz,
but yesterday I received an e-mail from them that said "the destination of ...
11
votes
2answers
155 views
Museums in Germany about the First World War
In Germany there are many museums about the Second World War and the Nazi regime. But are there also museums about the First World War or at least history museums with exhibitions about the war?
5
votes
1answer
195 views
Cheap/free parking near Frankfurt-Hahn Airport
The official low-cost parking near Frankfurt-Hahn airport is not really low cost with prices starting at 3.50 EUR/day. I will fly to Scotland for a week and now I'm looking for an alternative ...
5
votes
1answer
220 views
Are in-car camera systems legal in Germany?
On Youtube I have seen a lot of videos like this with car accidents in Russia recorded by in-car cameras. Is it legal to use such a device in Germany? If an accident happens, can I use the video as a ...
4
votes
4answers
211 views
Traveling abroad with an expensive watch
If I am wearing an expensive watch, what should I do not to get in trouble at customs? Should I declare it when I enter a country?
I will travel from Germany to Russia.
7
votes
1answer
108 views
What way people get to Oktoberfest in Munich?
I watched weblinks from Wikipedia, there are some links to sites about this festival. I read on them that auto is bad variant to go there. Flights from Moscow to Munich isn't a problem, but what to do ...
2
votes
4answers
284 views
Where to exchange Euros(EUR) to Pounds(GBP) near Frankfurt or in Edinburgh
I'm planning a trip to Scotland and I want to know where would be the best place to exchange British Pounds (GBP). I think that the exchange rates at the airports are not good, so my options are the ...
5
votes
4answers
456 views
Must see places while going through Germany (middle section)
I have asked the very same question about Belgium. I really liked the answers I got from Must see places while going through Belgium
Edit: I will be traveling by car from Baltics to Netherlands or ...
7
votes
2answers
203 views
Can go to Germany on all-year tires in winter?
I know that German law requires tires apt for snow in winter time. It's quite obvious that I cannot use summer tires, but can I go on universal all-year tires?
What are the exact requirements?
8
votes
2answers
135 views
Offroad experience in Germany
I'm looking for a offroad park in Germany, where I can rent an offroad vehicle (but not an ATV) and have some fun for 2-3 days. The best case would be such a place in Hesse or Rhineland-Palatinate, ...
18
votes
3answers
907 views
How fast may you drive on the Autobahn?
As every American teenager "knows" there is no speed limit on the Autobahn. My understanding, however, is that there is still such a thing as excessive speed even on this free-for-all.
So, ignoring ...
4
votes
2answers
247 views
How to experience Carnival (Karneval) in Germany?
I'll be in Germany during the Carnival/Karneval time. Where would be the best place to go to experience Karneval in Germany, and what can I expect?
