π©πͺ Your Guide to Germany
Order, deep history, and castles that look straight out of a fairy tale β Germany is more beautiful than you imagine
In many people's minds, Germany means cars and industry β and that's a great injustice to a country of indescribable beauty π°. Castles perched on green mountain peaks, villages with timber-framed houses that look like something from a children's storybook, and forests that stretch endlessly. Berlin alone is a story β a city divided and reunited and rebuilt from scratch, with the marks of its history still filling every street.
Top Places to See
Neuschwanstein Castle
The castle that inspired Disney β perched in the Bavarian mountains amid forest and mist, an experience not of this world
Berlin Wall and Brandenburg Gate
20th century history written on these walls β walking around them with an audio guide will genuinely shake you
Bavarian National Forest
Germany's largest national park β pure air, walking trails, and nature you'd never expect to find in Europe
Pergamon Museum in Berlin
The Ishtar Gate of Babylon and the Greek Altar β world-class antiquities inside a museum in the heart of the city
Romantic Road Villages
A route through historic German villages built in the Middle Ages β photography at every turn is simply unavoidable
What to Eat
Pretzel and German Bread β German bread is among the finest in the world β countless shapes and flavors, found in every bakery and market
Schnitzel β Pounded and pan-fried veal β Germany's most famous dish, served with potatoes or cabbage. Simple and delicious
Currywurst β German sausages with curry sauce β an authentic Berlin street food, their shops are found everywhere
German Potato Salad β Different from the potato salad you know β made with vinegar and onion and no mayonnaise. Light and refreshing
SchwarzwΓ€lder Kirschtorte β The original Black Forest cake from the Black Forest region β chocolate, cream, and cherries. A dessert masterpiece
Practical Tips
Germany is a country of precision and order β respect appointment times and booked tickets, and following the rules is not just courtesy but a necessity
Cash is still king in Germany β many small restaurants and shops don't accept cards, always carry cash
Public transport (DB) is comfortable and connects every German city β the high-speed ICE gets you from Berlin to Munich in 4 hours
Supermarkets close early and most shops are closed on Sundays β plan your shopping and meals in advance π
Oktoberfest in Munich (late SeptemberβOctober) is a massive event β even if you don't drink, the atmosphere, food, and spectacle alone are worth it
Germany deserves far more than Arab tourists usually give it π©πͺ. Outside Berlin there's a world of castles, forests, and historic villages. Plan your trip and don't settle for just the capital!