Germany is, in my opinion, an underrated country. Most tourists though only travel to Berlin, Munich and other highlights, whereas smaller destinations are for the most part completely off the radar. I want to show that for your next trip to my home country there is more to see than what Instagram shows you. If you have any questions or want an opinion on your itinerary, feel free to contact me.
This country page, compared to the other ones is less focused on the topic of budget exploration but rather wants to show itineraries for seeing the country in alternative ways, as I of course do not backpack my own country (I mean I could but Germany is expensive in terms of accommodation and not too mind blowing to see because I already grew up here). Therefore blog posts here are about my bikepacking trips, that I did around my home town of Dresden in the east of Germany. If you do not want to do the exact itinerary yourself, you can also use these blog posts as inspiration for day trip ideas. My guide about bikepacking East Germany for example is perfect for inspiration for trips from Berlin, as many of the stops listed there are reachable quite fast by public transportation.
Quick Facts
Location
Germany is located in Central Europe between the Alps and the North Sea / Baltic Sea Coasts.
Capital
Berlin is the Capital and largest City of Germany. However the largest Metro Area would be the Ruhr Metropolitan Area
Travel Budget
Germany is on the more expensive side of countries. Cheap discounters and the Germany Rail Ticket make up for it a bit though.
Landscape
From the Alps in the south and the Black Forest to national parks, lakes and the North Sea coastline, Germany offers a surprising variety of landscapes.
Language/Currency
The main language in Germany is German, although English is widely understood as well. The currency used is the Euro.
Best time to visit
Spring and early autumn are ideal for hiking, sightseeing and exploring cities, while summer is popular for outdoor activities and festivals.
