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Where can I exchange money?
Can I use a debit or a credit card?
How do I use ATMs in Germany?
What can I bring home from Germany?
Is Germany expensive?
How do I save money on my trip to Germany?
Am I expected to tip in Germany?
Safety & Health
Family travel
What is the currency in Germany?
Germany is a part of the Eurozone and uses the euro as its only currency, along with some other European countries.
One euro is comprised of 100 cents.
Notes come in seven different denominations: 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 euros. There are eight coins: 2 and 1 euros, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2, 1 cents.
You won’t get away with trying to use any foreign currencies in shops or other businesses – for example pounds or dollars will not be accepted. The only exception to this is inside airports or, occasionally, fast food restaurants in major train stations.
Where can I exchange money?
... The common currency of the euro means that the exchange bureaus can be hard to …
Am I expected to tip in Germany?
... Tipping in Germany is not as common as in some other countries, but there are …
What are some things to do in Germany with children?
... From enchanting castles and interactive museums, to the world’s largest water park, here’s how to …
How do I use ATMs in Germany?
... However, ATM keypads only have numbers, so you’ll need to know your PIN (personal identification …
Should I take any health precautions when traveling to Germany?
... There is no risk from food and water in Germany.
What do I need to know about driving in Germany?
... With your rental car, you will receive a parking disk which is a blue sign …