Map of Germany and German Travel Resources
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Start Your Travel Planning with our Germany Map
Our map of Germany shows some of the cities of main tourist interest in Germany.
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German City Resources
You'll find many of the cities on our German map and some smaller gems in our Germany Travel Planning Guide
Regional Germany Travel Planners
Germany's Castle Road - Map and Travel Information
Germany's Romantic Road - Travel Resources
Germany's Wine Regions - Travel Resources
Germany Specialty Travel
Germany Guidebooks
Top Germany Guides - Find country guides and specialty guides for Germany.
Maps of Germany
Germany Regional Map (a map showing the regions of Germany and general population and geographical information - available to download and print).
German Rail Map (find essential travel information for traveling through Germany by train, including passes, language, and train types.
Germany Map and Travel Distances - Find distances between cities in Germany
Michelin Maps of Germany - Planning a road trip in Germany? You'll need good maps.
Germany in Pictures
See our index of Germany Pictures
Lodging in Germany
Germany has a number of lodging options available to the tourist, from home stays to castle stays. There are generally a number of hotels around German train stations. For longer stays, consider renting an apartment or vacation home. See: Self Catering - Vacation Home Rentals to learn more.
One of my favorite booking agents for lodging in Europe is Venere because it has a very understandable user interface. See Hotel Reservations Germany for more.
Germany - Transportation
Germany is justifyably proud of its autobahn--a high speed transportation network that gets you quickly around the country. These days, some sections of autobahn are prone to slowing, and German maps will mark those problem areas. The suggested speed limit in most clear areas in 130 km/hr, or roughly 80 mph. Smaller roads are generally in good repair. For more on driving in Germany, see Hyde Flippos's excellent Driving in Germany.
Germany has an efficient train network as well as Europe's best and most comprehensive rail web site, Die Deutsche Bahn. There are often specials on tickets, especially on weekends, so when you ask for a ticket at the window, inquire about specials. I've taken a one hour later train than I originally proposed for a significant discount. For passes and discounts, see Germany Rail Passes .
The fast trains are called ICE, and you'll pay a supplement. But you'll be traveling on a fast train with lots of creature comforts and business perks, like tables and electrical connections for your laptop. For some history and a map of ICE routes, see the ICE/ICT pages. For an interesting overview of ICE trains and reservations, see ICE Trains.
For a map of rail routes, see our Germany Rail Map.
More Germany transportation information is contained in our Germany Transportation Directory.
Other Germany Information
US Department of State Consular Information Sheet - Germany
Germany and the German Language
In major tourist destinations, English is widely spoken and is taught in schools. If you encounter a menu not in English, you can often ask and get one. For some general language tips, see our page on Foreign Languages for the Tourist. An attempt to speak the language is always welcomed by Germans you've asked to help you.
Germany - Weather - When to Go
Germany's weather is primarily temperate. Berlin's temperature, for example, is more moderate than you might expect, the lowest average low occurs in January at 26 degrees F. The highest high occurs in July and August at 73 degrees F. There is measurable precipitation (wet days) more than half the days of the year. [Berlin historic averages]
Germany is a good place to go in summer, when Italy, France and Spain swelter. But the best time to go to southern Germany may well be autumn, when the colors are brightest and the wine is being harvested. This is the time for festivals celebrating wine and the harvest.
Click on a destination on the Germany Weather and Climate Map to find historic temperatures, rainfall, and tourism suggestions for Germany's top destinations.
Eating and Drinking in Germany
See Dining in Germany from Germany for Visitors for information on dining in Germany's restaurants. You may also need a primer on Germany's Many Beers.Tipping
While service is included in the bill, generally waiters are generally tipped 5-10% for good service.
