- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
Trip to Germany
Posted on 4/4/22 at 2:45 pm
Posted on 4/4/22 at 2:45 pm
The wife and I have an opportunity to potentially travel to Germany in mid-May, with basically all expenses paid for via her work. Neither of us have been overseas, but are somewhat skeptical with everything going on between Russia/Ukraine. With that being said, we also don’t want to pass up this opportunity all together.
Can anyone shed any light on how things are in Germany currently, and/or past experiences traveling there? TIA!
Can anyone shed any light on how things are in Germany currently, and/or past experiences traveling there? TIA!
11
Posted on 4/4/22 at 2:52 pm to tiger329
Was just there in December. Good friend that was stationed in the Air Force there is there right now. Sending pictures daily. Still alive. 
Seriously, life's too short. No reason to believe you shouldn't go.
Covid restrictions are being eased. Perfect time of the year to go in May. Wonderful country that you could spend years exploring.
Go.
Seriously, life's too short. No reason to believe you shouldn't go.
Covid restrictions are being eased. Perfect time of the year to go in May. Wonderful country that you could spend years exploring.
Go.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 2:57 pm to Nole Man
Germany is a big country. Where?
I was there a few months ago at the height of Covid madness and that aspect sucked. They were pretty strict about a lot of things.
My understanding is that things currently have laxed quite a bit.
I was there a few months ago at the height of Covid madness and that aspect sucked. They were pretty strict about a lot of things.
My understanding is that things currently have laxed quite a bit.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 3:00 pm to tiger329
Go. The world is never completely at peace--and Germany isn't exactly a neighbor to Ukraine--go look at Google Maps and look at the distance. People in the US traveled blithely during the wars in Iraqi and Afghanistan--
Posted on 4/4/22 at 3:21 pm to Fun Bunch
quote:
Germany is a big country. Where?
I was there a few months ago at the height of Covid madness and that aspect sucked. They were pretty strict about a lot of things.
My understanding is that things currently have laxed quite a bit.
Big as in compared to other European countries. Near the size of California.
Anyway, my friend (and another group of friends that just returned last week from a Viking Cruise on the Elbe) have told me the restrictions are far less than when I was there in December. We had to have the PCR results prior to departure and proof of vaccination (we were able to get the EU Digital Certificate). Had to wear masks in public places. You got used to it and we had a blast despite that. It's easing up quite a bit...
What You Need To Know!
Since the transition period for the last set of Covid rules ended on Sunday, however, an end of an era is upon us. All of the ‘G’ rules have completely fallen away, meaning people can go about their normal lives regardless of whether they’ve had their jabs or a recent test. Two states have opted to keep things like 3G and 2G for now, but for the vast majority of people, the vaccine pass and recovery certificate are a thing of the past (at least for now).
Looked them up:
Current guidelines.
US Embassy Site.
Prior Scenes For Context Of What It Was:
Posted on 4/4/22 at 3:24 pm to tiger329
I went to Germany back in 2017, but mine was more of a touristy run - landed in Frankfurt and went to Essen (to visit a college buddy), then to Hamburg, Berlin, Munich, and Heidelberg - all in 10 days.
I pretty much winged it though and just went sightseeing for the most part.
Hamburg - went downtown to the Elbe Philharmonic and took a boat ride through Hafen City.
Berlin - Took a 2 mile walking tour throughout Berlin and saw all the Holocaust Memorials and Checkpoint Charlie and East Berlin.
Munich - Went to the Hofbrauhaus and went on a tour through Dachau.
Heidelberg - it rained most of the time I was there just I just went walking through the city.
I had a great time, and definitely recommend going.
I pretty much winged it though and just went sightseeing for the most part.
Hamburg - went downtown to the Elbe Philharmonic and took a boat ride through Hafen City.
Berlin - Took a 2 mile walking tour throughout Berlin and saw all the Holocaust Memorials and Checkpoint Charlie and East Berlin.
Munich - Went to the Hofbrauhaus and went on a tour through Dachau.
Heidelberg - it rained most of the time I was there just I just went walking through the city.
I had a great time, and definitely recommend going.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 3:28 pm to tiger329
quote:
but are somewhat skeptical with everything going on between Russia/Ukraine.
quote:
Can anyone shed any light on how things are in Germany currently, and/or past experiences traveling there?
Bavarian Country (southern Germany). Also towns along the Rhine River.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 3:36 pm to LSU Grad Alabama Fan
Go...Germany in May is one of the best times to be there. Early May may allow you to hit Fruhlingfest in Munich or Stuttgart which I personally love more than Oktoberfest.
I will be in Munich next week for 2 days for work and will report back in. I was in Germany in November and it was not an issue except for the masks on the trains (they were serious about it). Of course I am more than 270 days past my vaccine and do not have a booster so it might be more difficult now.
But restrictions have been lifting.
I will be in Munich next week for 2 days for work and will report back in. I was in Germany in November and it was not an issue except for the masks on the trains (they were serious about it). Of course I am more than 270 days past my vaccine and do not have a booster so it might be more difficult now.
But restrictions have been lifting.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 4:23 pm to tccdc
I was stationed over there twice. I left part of my heart there. Wonderful food and drink. Very romantic country.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 4:40 pm to tiger329
There are so many choices. Of the 16 States, I'd think Bayern (Bavaria) would offer the "quintessential experience". Neuschwanstein Castle is not to be missed.
Our favorite town was Rothenberg, a beautiful medieval own untouched by the war. Why it was "spared" during WW2.
We like this Blogger "Lifestyle Hal". Does some amazing videos. We watch for hours sometimes and dream about the next trip.
Our favorite town was Rothenberg, a beautiful medieval own untouched by the war. Why it was "spared" during WW2.
We like this Blogger "Lifestyle Hal". Does some amazing videos. We watch for hours sometimes and dream about the next trip.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 4:49 pm to Nole Man
quote:
Our favorite town was Rothenberg, a beautiful medieval own untouched by the war. Why it was "spared" during WW2.
Went there for the first time in November and loved it. Really enjoyed the Christmas Museum also and the history.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 6:11 pm to tccdc
Greatly appreciate all the feedback!
Posted on 4/4/22 at 6:41 pm to Nole Man
Went to Rothenberg when I was stationed at Patch Barracks in Stuttgart and loved it! I also traveled to Heidelberg quite frequently and would recommend. Also recommend driving through the Black Forest. One of the highlights, among many, was a bike ride around The Bodensee starting and ending at Lindau. The ride took us through Austria and Switzerland before coming back into Germany. As others have said, it’s a beautiful country and I look forward to returning as a tourist.
Posted on 4/4/22 at 11:39 pm to tiger329
Loved Germany.
We flew in to Frankfurt and went south, so we didn't get to Berlin. We went down the Romantic Road and stopped in Rothenburg for a few hours. We went to Munich and Bavaria and the Black Forest and Heidelberg.
If you can I highly recommend you try to get to Austria. As much as we enjoyed Germany, we really enjoyed Salzburg, the Danube River and especially Vienna. Great trip.
We flew in to Frankfurt and went south, so we didn't get to Berlin. We went down the Romantic Road and stopped in Rothenburg for a few hours. We went to Munich and Bavaria and the Black Forest and Heidelberg.
If you can I highly recommend you try to get to Austria. As much as we enjoyed Germany, we really enjoyed Salzburg, the Danube River and especially Vienna. Great trip.
Posted on 4/5/22 at 12:36 am to geauxpurple
The Corona regulations ended as of Sunday, so now everywhere is mask free and no more vaccine passes.
Posted on 4/6/22 at 8:45 am to tiger329
FYIW, a message from my friend that's over there right now:
Hey! Been a great trip so far. Still had to wear masks the entire flight, no Covid test to get in. Didn't ask for vaccination card in Frankfurt. We did have to show our card to eat at a restaurant one night. But that changed two days later. We had to wear a mask to the table. No masks at all in Belgium, Luxembourg or Holland. I have seen a couple test centers but no signs."
Hey! Been a great trip so far. Still had to wear masks the entire flight, no Covid test to get in. Didn't ask for vaccination card in Frankfurt. We did have to show our card to eat at a restaurant one night. But that changed two days later. We had to wear a mask to the table. No masks at all in Belgium, Luxembourg or Holland. I have seen a couple test centers but no signs."
Posted on 4/6/22 at 9:04 am to tiger329
I used to go there quite a lot for work and had some good weekends. Tell us more what you are looking for - food, museums, autobahn driving...
You will probably land in Frankfurt or Amsterdam depending on your airline alliance. Amsterdam is a great airport, Frankfurt is meh, especially the 2km walk in the sewers to get your rental car.
Once you're there, the high speed trains make it very easy to get anywhere. A lot of us here aren't big fans of the big gov't spending required to get these trains, but they're great in a dense country. Picture airline first class seats, no TSA, terminals right downtown (no taxi to DFW or MSY), etc...
Once you get to Frankfurt, get out, it's a very business-oriented city. I love Berlin and would really like to spend more time there. Take 3-4 days and explore. Stay near the Friedrichstrasse station, that's a great way to explore on foot. Also I liked Hamburg.
You may also want to pick some smaller cities to visit. I've found rural Germany to be very charming. It's not nearly as homogenized as the US, in that there isn't Olive Garden and Walmart on every corner. Lots of family restaurants and very old cities everywhere.
If you can arrange Delta or KLM, stay a day or two in Amsterdam as well. It's a far more interesting gateway to the country than Frankfurt, even it it's technically another country.
You will probably land in Frankfurt or Amsterdam depending on your airline alliance. Amsterdam is a great airport, Frankfurt is meh, especially the 2km walk in the sewers to get your rental car.
Once you're there, the high speed trains make it very easy to get anywhere. A lot of us here aren't big fans of the big gov't spending required to get these trains, but they're great in a dense country. Picture airline first class seats, no TSA, terminals right downtown (no taxi to DFW or MSY), etc...
Once you get to Frankfurt, get out, it's a very business-oriented city. I love Berlin and would really like to spend more time there. Take 3-4 days and explore. Stay near the Friedrichstrasse station, that's a great way to explore on foot. Also I liked Hamburg.
You may also want to pick some smaller cities to visit. I've found rural Germany to be very charming. It's not nearly as homogenized as the US, in that there isn't Olive Garden and Walmart on every corner. Lots of family restaurants and very old cities everywhere.
If you can arrange Delta or KLM, stay a day or two in Amsterdam as well. It's a far more interesting gateway to the country than Frankfurt, even it it's technically another country.
Posted on 4/6/22 at 11:58 am to Nole Man
Regensburg is another great untouched city.
Posted on 4/6/22 at 8:30 pm to tiger329
Posted on 4/7/22 at 12:34 pm to tiger329
I did not see where you said what part of Germany you will be going to. My wife and I took our honeymoon to south Germany 6 years ago. I can't talk about the Covid restrictions but I can suggest some things.
If you are staying in Munich check out the Glockenspiel. Every hour the figurines do a performance and there is a pretty nice restaurant underneath it. There is also an old church across the street you can climb to the top and get a great view of the city.
I saw someone else say this but go see Neuschwanstein Castle. It is driving/bus distance from Munich. And I was told it was the inspiration for the Disney Castle.
I HIGHLY recommend you rent a car for at least 1 day and drive on the Autobahn. You dont need any special drivers license and they have the same rules of the road we do. In fact you can do what we did and combine that with going to the castle.
Take a trip to the Rhine Falls. Its basically Europe's Niagara falls.
From Munich you can also go to Hitler's Eagle's Nest. If you are into history it is a must to go see. Also it has amazing views of the German/Austrian mountains, so go on a clear day.
One last thing if, eat the pork knuckle. You will not be disappointed.
If you are staying in Munich check out the Glockenspiel. Every hour the figurines do a performance and there is a pretty nice restaurant underneath it. There is also an old church across the street you can climb to the top and get a great view of the city.
I saw someone else say this but go see Neuschwanstein Castle. It is driving/bus distance from Munich. And I was told it was the inspiration for the Disney Castle.
I HIGHLY recommend you rent a car for at least 1 day and drive on the Autobahn. You dont need any special drivers license and they have the same rules of the road we do. In fact you can do what we did and combine that with going to the castle.
Take a trip to the Rhine Falls. Its basically Europe's Niagara falls.
From Munich you can also go to Hitler's Eagle's Nest. If you are into history it is a must to go see. Also it has amazing views of the German/Austrian mountains, so go on a clear day.
One last thing if, eat the pork knuckle. You will not be disappointed.
Page 1 of 2
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News