Welcome to Germany

Here you can find detailed informations about Germany - whether you visit us as a tourist, as a student, as a new resident or as a virtual traveller!

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Traveling to Germany

Over the past few years Germany has become a major European tourist destination. It is the second most popular cultural destination for Europeans, has overtaken Italy and is now level with France.

Traveling to Germany

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Immigrating to Germany

Are you planning to immigrate to Germany? Do you need information about recognition of your degree, finding work, housing, schools, cultural life, etc.? On this page, new immigrants can find a few starting points.

Immigrating to Germany

Customs Regulations

This section gives you a general overview on customs regulations in Germany. For detailed and specific informations please contact the German Customs Infocenter (Zoll-Infocenter).

Customs Regulations

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Work and Travel in Germany with the Youth Mobility Agreement

The Youth Mobility Agreement between Germany and Canada offers an unique opportunity for young people (between the age of 18 and 35 inclusively at the time of application) to complement their post-secondary education, acquire hands-on work experience, and improve their knowledge of the other country’s language, culture, and society.

Work and Travel in Germany with the Youth Mobility Agreement

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Discover the delights and sights of the Bavarian Forest

The Bavarian Forest is central Europe's largest contiguous forest landscape. Known as a region for nature lovers and hiking fans, the area also has much to offer and discover during winters.

Hamburg has more than just harbor atmosphere

Germany's largest port is also home to one of the country's most lively entertainment districts and many historic buildings.

Travel guide: getting around

Whether you want to get around Germany by train, plane, bus, tram, subway, car or bike, read on for some important tips.

Travel guide: public holidays

Germany has many public holidays, some of which vary from state to state. Since most things are closed then, it's best to check dates before you make any plans.

Travel guide: gadgets and communication

These days, traveling abroad doesn't mean you can't stay connected with home or the office. Whether you're in Germany on business or pleasure, here are some tips for everything in your suitcase with a plug.

Welcome to Germany

Historic Town Hall in Bamberg

Welcome to Germany

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German Information Centres worldwide - Find information about Germany online!

German Information Centres (GIC) were designed to promote a modern image of Germany.  They provide up-to-date information about Germany.

Three regional centres focus on Africa  - Paris, Pretoria and Brasilia – in the main languages of the continent, French, English and Portuguese. Links to all of the GIC worldwide are listed below. 

Bildergalerie Deutschland

Düsseldorf: Gehry Haus © picture-alliance / akg

Düsseldorf: Gehry Haus

Heiligenbrunnen im Schwarzwald © picture-alliance / HB-Verlag

Heiligenbrunnen im Schwarzwald

Hiddensee Leuchtturm © Auswärtiges Amt, CS

Hiddensee Leuchtturm

Murnauer Moos, Bayern © picture-alliance / KPA

Murnauer Moos, Bayern

Usedom Ahlbeck © Bundesbildstelle

Usedom Ahlbeck

Burg Ehrenfels in Bingen am Rhein © dpa

Burg Ehrenfels in Bingen am Rhein

Historic Town Hall in Bamberg © picture-alliance/HB Verlag

Historic Town Hall in Bamberg

Schloß Augustusburg (Deutschland, Brühl bei Köln) © picture-alliance / Helga Lade

Schloß Augustusburg (Deutschland, Brühl bei Köln)

Radler am Rhein © dpa

Radler am Rhein

Oberbaumbrücke an der Spree © dpa/picture-alliance

Oberbaumbrücke an der Spree

Berliner Dom links, Fernsehturm rechts © dpa/picture-alliance

Berliner Dom links, Fernsehturm rechts

Brandenburger Tor © dpa/picture-alliance

Brandenburger Tor

Picture Gallery Germany

Innovation and Excellence

Zeitschrift Deutschland

The current issue of .de – Magazin Deutschland takes a look into the future by examining tomorrow’s research and technology trends. In an exclusive feature on “Innovation and Excellence” four Nobel laureates from Germany outline what research can achieve in the future. The magazine also spotlights six research areas – environmental technology, medical technology, mechanical engineering, bionics, vehicle technology and nanotechnology – in which Germany leads the world.

The latest issue of .de also includes interviews with Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle and the German ambassador to the United Nations, Peter Wittig, about Germany’s role in the EU and as a global partner.