What to do in Germany?

Question

i am thinking about visiting Germany early next year....i need to know some info like....currency....are there places where i can trade in american money? do they take visa there? how would i go about renting a car? do i need to be a certain age?

Answer 1

When you get your plane ticket ask about renting out a car from the airport and get the info from them that you need.

The currency is the Euro (the symbol looks like a C with a line in the middle)

The worth of the Euro is the same as a $ or more,it used to be that you could get about 2 Marks(mark is the old currency) for one $ but all that has changed.

Answer 2

Katelyn, Euro is the currency is costs about $1.30 each. Go to your bank and get an ATM card they are all over the streets and always open (Banks have weird hours and lines). Also have an American Express card---offices all over the place with good info. Some places may take Visa and so on but not like here..

Unless you specifically want to drive someplace out in the country (touring the Romantic Road, for example) you won't need a car...they have unbelievable public transportation..no kidding....but you need to check with your auto insurance agent here before you go...they are kind of sticky when it comes to insurance...

Answer 3

Nice Place go to Munich, they take all major credit cards,

Don't rent a car use public transportation, Lots to see, a lot

of the People understand some English. Its best if you brush up on your German. Its A main Hub , from there, you can go

to see other places.

Answer 4

Euro; any bank or currency exchange; they prefer MasterCard and credit cards are generally only accepted in larger stores and touristy areas (and ticket machines at train stations!). Don't go to the trouble and expense of renting a car..German public transportation is wonderful and will get you almost anywhere you would want to go.  Parking fees can be prohibitive in cities. Lots of castles and churches to see. Try to get out of the big cities..you will appreciate the trip more. I visited Germany 4 times before moving there/here 8 years ago.

Answer 5

You need to be 18 to legally drive a car - though why you would bother to do that is beyond me. It is perfectly possible to travel around Germany in comfort and style with train and a Eurail pass.

http://ricksteves.com/rail/rail_menu.htm

Best way to change money is to simply withdraw money with your ATM card or your visa from a German ATM. This way you get the best rates, but watch out for any charges made by your bank.

Useful information:

http://www.germany-tourism.de/ENG/infoce...

http://www.germany-tourism.de/ENG/cultur...

http://www.germany-tourism.de/ENG/destin...

Answer 6

Hello,

car rental is sometimes very expensive. At the weekend more cheap. If you only want to visit the big town go by train.

If you realy need a car, compare!

Answer 7

The currency is 1 Euro (1 € = 100 Euro-Cent). At the moment the exchange rate is about US$ 1.35 to buy 1 €.

At any bank or money exchange - there are lots of places which will also trade traveller's cheques.

Most widely accepted credit cards are VISA and Mastercard, but keep in mind that in general credit cards are accepted in far less places compared to the USA. An EC-Card (electronic cash) would be of better use but requires having an account in a german (or maybe european) bank.

For driving in germany you'll need a valid INTERNATIONAL driver's license. Official age for driving in germany is 18. Anyway: If you plan on renting a car most (or all) car rental companies would not give you one if you're not at least 21 of age. If you're used to have an automatic transmission: most smaller cars in europe (also those for rent) are only available with manual transmission. If you don't want that you'll probably need to rent an upper class car.

I would not recommend renting a car if you don't have MUCH experience! Driving in germany (and other european countries) is very different from the USA: many narrow streets (except for e.g. the Autobahn) often combined with much traffic and a lot of "crazy" drivers going faster and more recklessly than you might be used to. Driving in cities might become a horror trip to you.

Public transport is very good in gereral, and I'd recommend considering buying e.g. an Eurail Pass as alternative to renting a car.

Answer 8

I visited parts of Germany in 2001, while on a tour of the Alps tour.  The one thing I really wanted to see was the castle in Neushwanstein.  You may have seen it.  It is much photographed and appears in many travel ads for Germany.  Walt Disney’s castle was designed with this one in mind.  Touring the castle is structured, and one is not allowed to take photos within the castle unfortunately.  There is a foot bridge that allows one to take photos of the castle itself.

I found Germany to be clean and organized.  Yes, you can use a VISA, MC, etc there.  You can even use a bank card at their ATM’s.

If you drive, keep to the right unless to pass.  Whenever I rent a car overseas, I obtain an international drivers license (in Canada at CAA – US –AAA?).

I like the fast food sandwich shops.  There is one that uses a symbol of a fish.  It’s good food on the go, like mozzeralla cheese with tomato and herbs.

I can’t answer all your questions, but hopefully, I answered some.

Answer 9

There are many places to trade currency, your best bet is the Deutsche Bank but remember the Euro is currently worth more than the dollar so if you want to have a certain number of Euro's expect to shell out more dollars. Yes, they take Visa but again also you have to be aware of the exchange rate. I'm not sure about the car issue because driving is a big deal in Germany so you might have to be a certain age. If you look at a Fromer's guide to Germany you should get plenty of ideas for attractions to visit.

Answer 10

I dont know about Germany ...... But like .. go to Amstradam . See the Anne Frank exibit . But be careful at night . I swear ! Prostitution is LEGAL there ! they have buildings where you walk in and WATCH people ....... [YouKnow] Yeah . But .... Yeah .. Haha I dont know . Just .. Have fun ! And becareful . they drive in like ... SIDEWALKS ! with THOUSANDS of people walking and riding a million bikes .

Answer 11

If you have to ask about currency in Germany, you better stay home. Yes the Germans are using Visa, American Express, Master, Euro cards and cars you can rent online. So you see, Germany is still on earth and not as you think on the far side of the moon.

Answer 12

Hi! I'm going back home this year to Germany. I left there the last time 15 years ago. They take Visa, you can change money there at any bank.I have to admit, I'll have to get used to the new money there too....Renting a car? Usually at airports, you can reserve one ahead of time. In Germany you are full of age with 18 and considered an adult.

Hope that helped a bit

Answer 13

i have  traveled to Germany  for  2 times.and i stayed there  for one month  each time.i visited many cities like Frankfurt  koln  Hanover  Nuremberg  Hamburg   and  munikh   or  muntion.  if you are searching  for  monuments   the  Nuremberg  is  a good place   .but  in my opinion  muntion  is better than  the other cities it is a nice place for tourists.you would better use  euro  instead of dollar.i think  renting a car costs about  100 euro  per day.you will not have any problem to find good restaurant  or  hotels  .anyway  i wish a nice trip for you  .           from Iran