Germany

🏨 Where to Stay

• Berlin: Mitte (central), Friedrichshain.
  
  

• Dresden: Altstadt (Old Town).
  
  

• Munich: Altstadt-Lehel, Schwabing.
  
  

• Nuremberg: Old Town.
  
  

• Heidelberg: Old Town (Altstadt).
  
  

• Frankfurt: Innenstadt or Sachsenhausen.
  
  

• Hamburg: Speicherstadt or St. Pauli.
  
  

• Cologne: Old Town near the Cathedral.
  
  

🚄 Transportation

• Deutsche Bahn (DB): Efficient trains for intercity travel (ICE, IC).
  
  

• Regional Trains & S-Bahn: For nearby towns and cities.
  
  

• U-Bahn & Trams: Public transport in major cities.
  
  

• Car Rental: Ideal for romantic routes (Bavaria, Rhine Valley).
  
  

• Buses & Ride-shares: FlixBus for budget-friendly travel.
  
  

• Germany Rail Pass: Consider for multi-city trips.
  
  

📅 15-Day Germany Itinerary

Days 1-3: Berlin

• Day 1: Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.
  
  

• Day 2: Museum Island, Berlin Cathedral, East Side Gallery (Berlin Wall art).
  
  

• Day 3: Charlottenburg Palace, Kurfürstendamm, Tempelhofer Feld.
  
  

Days 4-5: Dresden & Saxon Switzerland

• Day 4: Travel to Dresden. Explore Zwinger Palace, Frauenkirche, and Semper Opera House.
  
  

• Day 5: Day trip to Saxon Switzerland National Park, Bastei Bridge.
  
  

Days 6-7: Munich & Neuschwanstein Castle

• Day 6: Marienplatz, Viktualienmarkt, English Garden, BMW Museum.
  
  

• Day 7: Day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau.
  
  

Days 8-9: Nuremberg & Bamberg

• Day 8: Nuremberg Castle, Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
  
  

• Day 9: Half-day trip to Bamberg (UNESCO Old Town, smoked beer "Rauchbier").
  
  

Days 10-11: Heidelberg & Rhine Valley

• Day 10: Heidelberg Castle, Philosopher’s Walk, Old Bridge.
  
  

• Day 11: Rhine Valley tour (Rüdesheim, Bacharach, Loreley Rock), wine tasting.
  
  

Days 12-13: Frankfurt & Cologne

• Day 12: Römer Square, Palmengarten, Main Tower in Frankfurt.
  
  

• Day 13: Visit Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and stroll along the Rhine River.
  
  

Days 14-15: Hamburg

• Day 14: Speicherstadt, Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie concert hall.
  
  

• Day 15: St. Michael’s Church, Planten un Blomen park, HafenCity.
  
  

💡 Tips for Traveling Germany

• Language: Basic German phrases help, but English is widely understood.
  
  

• Cash & Cards: Many places prefer cash (EC cards are common), but contactless payment is increasing.
  
  

• Punctuality: Trains & tours are very punctual—arrive early.
  
  

• Public Transport Tickets: Validate tickets before boarding regional trains & trams.
  
  

• Sunday Closures: Shops are closed on Sundays; plan accordingly.
  
  

• Food to Try: Currywurst (Berlin), Weißwurst (Munich), Schäufele (Franconia), Spätzle, and Black Forest cake.
  
  

• Safety: Germany is very safe, but be cautious in tourist-heavy areas for pickpockets.
  
  

• Seasonal Events: Christmas Markets (Nov-Dec), Oktoberfest (late Sept-Oct), Spring Festivals.