Germany is a beautiful, varied country with an impressive culture and endless travel opportunities, but unfortunately, you rarely see it on top of travelers’ lists. Why and how is this happening I have no idea, but I do know that its deep forests, fairy-tale castles, and picture-perfect towns are something that you shouldn’t miss. Add to all these some excellent tradition of beer, the most beautiful Christmas Markets, and an abundance of activities, and you’ll soon wonder why in the world you haven’t visited Germany earlier.
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There really is no bad time to visit Germany, but the best time to visit Germany is May when the weather has finally warmed, crowds of tourists have yet to arrive, the cherry blossoms are in bloom, and Berlin has exploded into festival season.
However, there are several factors that could influence when you visit Germany. While the end of a long cold winter seems to drag, it is also best for winter sports. When the world awakens in spring festivals, it is often accompanied by thunderstorms. The country is most crowded in summer before it chills to fall when it is time for Oktoberfest. And when snow begins to hit the ground, Germany is at its most charming with its many Christmas markets.
The German calendar is full of events, but two major festivals draw the biggest international crowds.
Oktoberfest in Munich is acclaimed as the biggest beer festival in the world. Liters of beers, miles of brats, and Bavarian culture for days, this is quintessential Germany for many visitors. The festival takes place over two weeks from late September to early October and attracts over 6 million visitors each year.
Christmas in Germany is when everything is a bit more magical. You might not realize how many Western Christmas traditions root from Germany. Along with occasional blankets of snow, the whole of Germany sparkles as weihnachtsmärkte (Christmas markets) open in every small town and city from late November through usually Dec 22 (depending on the city).