What's Germany like?

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Courtney J

You do not have to be a drinker to like Germany. Though it might help. Beer is cheaper than a coke in Germany.
There are so many beautiful sites to see and wonderful food to try. One place is Neuschwanstein Castle, or what they call the Cinderella castle. This is in Bavaria and seems very different from other places in Germany. I would recommend exploring through Bavaria . NÃ¼rnberg or Nuremberg is also in Bavaria. It has a lot of history and a view that is worth seeing. My favorite time of the year is when the Christmas markets are open. The Rhine Valley is another place that allows you to see many of the historic castles, scenic towns and valleys. I like a little town called Ladenburg. It is a small town with cobble stone and a very quaint atmosphere. It is relaxing and great place to spend the day. If you can, rent a car and drive places. You will be able to stop in places that are not very touristy and you can get a better feel for the people and what the culture is like. You can drive and see valleys and then thirty minutes later be in some mountains. The changing of the landscape is one of the things that makes Germany so beautiful and worth seeing. It makes you appreciate the history of Europe and how long it has been around. When I was in Germany, I had to make it to at least one Concentration camp. I felt I owed it to all that came before me and so it would never be forgotten. It is a personal choice and it not for everyone.

fliege52000

Nice Country. Great hard working people, very organized, clean, very safe, multicultural, nice big cities, many old buildings, castles, so many forest, lakes. Different culture and big huge historical stories. Good international food, nice stores. You can travel all over the Europe good train and air connections.

Alwin E

At the moment, in my area, near the GroÃŸer Arber, it's foggy, snowy, and good for skiing and snowboarding.

Charlene W

Germany is AMAZING!!!! go to bavaria, cause they have the best beer! the drinking age is 16, which is also pretty Awesome!!! if you like the night scene, go to berlin, they are the best in partying!!
oh and, germans are not as rude as everybody thinks! if you tell them that you like their beer, they will like you! :-)

well german beer in general is better, doesn't matter from where in germany. berlin is a place to go for having fun. all i can say, is, it's a must to see. get your experience all over in germany

Ladyhawke

Germany is a great place to live, and a great place to raise kids, especially in Bavaria. I feel safe, and I don't feel I have to look over my shoulder all of the time.

t_maia2000

I'm German and I don't drink alcohol at all. So maybe I am biased bc its my native country, but I can assure you that there is plenty to see and do for a visitor. It is beautiful too. I'm especially fond of the natural riparian forests along the rivers. Paddling in a canoe or cycling alongside is so nice there. Mountain climbing or hiking is also popular.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spreewald
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mudflat_hiking
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saxon_Switzerland

And of course, there is always history and art to keep things interesting.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dresden
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berlin
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germany
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Germany

However, since Germany has quite some regional differences it would be best if you could pinpoint the city or region your
grandparents came from. Bavaria is totally different from the Frisian islands, and if you are coming to explore your roots you might as well do it right.

As for costs, 50 EUR per day and person should be your minimum budget if you do it super-cheap, like buying your food in supermarkets and sleeping in hostels. If you stay in hotels and eat out you'll need around 150 EUR per day and person. Buy a good guidebook for your trip - I can recommend the Lonely Planet Germany.

alex w

A lot safer and friendlier than what it used to be.

finestrat1

If you know, where your grandparents were from, look up
www(name of city).de
This might get you answers.
www.diebahn.de gives you timetables for the trains.

hey jude

I love Germany. I went there this summer. It is a very nice country with friendly organized people. Go to Munich, you'll love it.

geier55

germany is open
drinking age is at 16 yes
you can go party at age 16 until 12 pm

teenagers are responsible for themselves

all in all nice

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