Lonely Planet Germany

Dive headfirst into Germany and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Germany rewards curiosity - discover small cobblestoned towns with fairy-tale palaces and forest-rimmed lakes alongside stunning wine villages. Our on-the-ground experts have soaked up the magic of Schloss Neuschwanstein, followed the 85km Deutsche Weinstrasse, and cruised through the romantic Rhine Valley. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Germany travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including:

Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Germany effortlessly
Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Berlin
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Museumsinsel to Humboldt Forum and Schloss Charlottenburg
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with German culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Berlin, Around Berlin, Hamburg & the North, Central Germany, Saxony, Munich, Bavaria, Stuttgart & the Black Forest, Frankfurt & Southern Rhineland, Cologne & Northern Rhineland, Lower Saxony & Bremen

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Germany.