Berlin is also famous for its sex clubs. vacation. If you want to stay closer to the action, Ochsenkopf, Nebelhorn, and Alpenwelt Karwendel are all nice ski resorts. If anything, you should watch out for petty theft/pick-pocketing while visiting touristy areas in Germany. Dresden is a college town with a fun bar scene in the Neustadt area. Berlin Noir (Philip Kerr, 1993): A mystery series set in 1930s/40s Berlin about an ex-policeman turned detective. After Bavaria, head to the Black Forest. Currently, I’m using the Petzl Actik Core rechargeable headlamp – an awesome piece of kit! From Munich you can either go north and explore the towns along the Romantic Road, or south and discover the Bavarian Alps hidden gems. This is Munich’s famous beer festival, a traditional three week carnival with beer tents, lederhosen, and lot’s of singing and drinking!

Our For public transportation, you can use the S-Bahn in Munich, which is linked to the national rail network. Tiergarten is a huge park you can visit in between museums.

Make sure you're not stuck on land by organizing ferry tickets ahead of time. For plenty more inspiration on what to pack, check out my full backpacking packing list. Participate with Free Tours: There are so many cool tours to do in the cities. My favorite is Mauerpark in Prenzlauer Berg because of its famous popular Sunday Flea Market. My favorite! It is possible to rent tents and apartments. An average meal may cost $6-8. 4. There are wide open spaces for kite surfing and land sailing, and you can run and bike on the old airport runaways. Whether you need to purify the water from a hostel sink in Kathmandu or a stream trickle in the Andes, the Geopress has got you covered. Onwards travel from Germany couldn’t be easier. All the more reason to visit Germany. I suggest sticking to public transportation, or walking when you can! 6. It is possible to rent mobile homes. Its downtown area reminds me slightly of Amsterdam because of its canals, but the buildings are built from red brick, and the streets are wider. The countryside is very contrasting, from the North German lowlands and the East Friesian Wadden Sea islands to the Alps in the south. Campsites with Video 360. Live like a local and know where the best places to stay in Dresden are!

Just the trick to walk off that rich Black Forest cake! While backpacking Germany, take advantage of Germany’s extensive rail network that connects Germany to all of its neighboring countries. Cozy, clean hostel in an awesome location, Social hostel perfect for meeting other travellers; near central station, Rooms are castle/royalty themed; great location in the old city. And if you are flying within Europe, Germany is well-connected by budget airlines, like Ryan Air and Easy Jet. At the beach, there are plenty... Wellness Camp Düne 6 is situated in the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park on the North German pensinsula of Zingst. Camp: With plenty of gorgeous places to camp, Germany can be a great place to camp in the rural areas. If you want to explore caves, unlit temples, or simply find your way to the bathroom during a blackout, a headtorch is a must. Transport: I recommend getting a 7 day pass in Berlin because you’ll definitely use a lot of the public transport. Munich and Berlin are Germany’s most famous cities, but there is so much more to do and see in Germany! I only went through Dialogue in Darkness, but I highly recommend it.

The Bavarian Alps also offers some nice opportunities to go skiing in winter! This was one of the first concentration camps of Nazi-Germany and offers guided tours. Germany is also known for its Reinheitsgebot (purity law) that demands breweries only use the classic four ingredients: malt, yeast, hops, and water. In 1914 Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austrian throne, was assassinated and triggered a series of decisions that led to World War I (1914-1919), and then German empire was replaced by the Weimar Republic in 1918 after the first war, and found itself in total economic ruin. Your best bet is to wait at petrol stations off of the aut0bahn instead. If you are hoping to take a day trip and get some fresh air, you can visit the cliffs and nature of Saxon. The best outfit is a black shirt and black jeans with black Nike’s or low-key sneakers. Hitler quickly began to consolidate power, and when Hindenburg died one year later, Hitler merged the offices of president and chancellor to become Führer of the Third Reich in 1933. If you’re ready to create a life-changing travel experience and give back to the community, join the Worldpacker community now. Toiletry Bag: I always travel with a hanging toiletry bag as it’s a super efficient way to organise your bathroom stuff. Pick yourself up a backpacker security belt to keep your cash safe on the road, and check out Backpacker Safety 101 for tips and tricks to stay safe whilst backpacking Germany. Headtorch: Every backpacker should have a head torch! Denmark and Sweden are both very close to Germany and make for easy maritime journeys. This is a three-week beer drinking carnival that’s actually free to visit. Plus, the layout of the city isn’t set up conveniently because Berlin was essentially two cities for so long. You can check schedules for any given destination using Directferries.

If you are arriving internationally by flight, you will probably start in Berlin, or fly into Frankfurt (in the middle of Germany).

It can rain a lot in Germany so if you’re hitching or planning on being outside a lot – it’s worth packing a rain jacket.

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Full disclosure, drugs are prominent in the clubbing scene in Germany, and easy to come across, but as always be careful, and check out Will’s post on drugs on the road. Spots sell out weeks in advance. Talk about symbolism. With the Bavarian Alps at your doorstep, Germany has some great opportunities to stretch your legs, and get some fresh air. Depending on your qualifications (or your motivation to obtain qualifications like a TEFL certificate) you can teach English remotely from your laptop, save some cash for your next adventure, and make a positive impact on the world by improving another person’s language skills!