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Best time of year to visit Germany
Late spring and early autumn seem to be the best time to visit Germany. Shoulder season brings fewer crowds, lower prices, and fantastic occasions like Carnival of Cultures or Berlin Festival of Lights. The weather from June through mid-September is warmest, but it's the time with most rainfall and tourists, so book accommodation in advance and pack well. Two weeks of rattling Oktoberfest in autumn might be your best or worst time in Germany depending on the perception; otherwise, autumn months see lower prices and fewer tourists. Winter brings skiing and Christmas markets that will warm you up with festive mood and mulled wine.
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Oktoberfest
The most famous beer festival in the world welcomes everyone to enjoy Bavarian culture, rivers of beer, and great traditional cuisine
Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival
Germans are totally into pumpkins. You can check it out at the largest pumpkin festival in the world
Castles and Nature
Bavaria is a country of castles and you'll have the chance to discover all of them
Hiking
Discover and enjoy the beauty of nature and wildlife in this gorgeous Alpine region
Lichtenstein Castle
The iconic fairytale Gothic castle has appeared in movies and books
Badeschiff Bathing Season
One of the best recreation areas during hot summers close to the center of Berlin
Climbing
Enjoy classical and sport routes, via-ferratas, and some bouldering suitable for climbers of any experience level
BMW Berlin Marathon
Berlin, the city of runners, hosts one of the most popular marathons in the world
Eltz Castle
This centuries-old medieval castle over Elzbach river is one of the most beautiful in the Rhineland-Palatinate region
Ulm Minster (Ulmer Münster)
Enjoy the view from the world's tallest church
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Krampus Nacht and Krampus Run
This scary demon can frighten even adults, so be sure you are ready to meet Krampus!
Viehscheid
A unique event held annually in Bavaria. When cows come back home, the locals greet them and celebrate their return
Carnival of Cultures
See the Berlin streets come to life while the colorful kaleidoscope swirls you in a bright wild dance!
Berlin Festival of Lights
Witness one of the most spectacular events in Berlin and immerse yourself in the magnificent light art!
Fasching
Immerse yourself to a German version of Mardi Gras! Don't forget to wear a costume and a mask!
Rhine in Flames (Rhein in Flammen)
These amazing firework displays take place at several locations along the river Rhine
Fête de la Musique
The beginning of summer is a great time to be in Berlin, celebrated by Berliners with an open-air music festival, the Fête de la Musique. You can listen to countless live music performances in the streets of Berlin for free
Rock am Ring and Rock im Park
Two huge rock events at the same time and almost in the same place? Yes, please!
Funkensonntag
The reflection of bonfires set along the riverbank and the magical colours of the evening sky is something not to miss. Don't miss this authentic and unique tradition of driving away the spirits of winter in the Allgau region
Bayreuth Festival
Feel the atmosphere of the most prestigious opera festival dedicated to a single composer–Richard Wagner
Almond Blossom Along the Wine Route
The arrival of pink and white almond blossoms at the German Wine Route is a sure sign of spring
Berlin Biennale
Every other year numerous Berlin venues turn into contemporary art galleries
New Year's Ski Jumping (Neujahrsskispringen)
Share the best ski jumping moment at the Olympic Ski Stadium in Garmisch-Partenkirchen with over 20,000 winter sports enthusiasts
Wave-Gotik-Treffen
Watch Leipzig all dressed up in black at the world's largest goth festival
Kiel Week (Kieler Woche)
Don't miss a chance to observe a long line of hundred-year-old sailing vessels
Frühlingsfest Stuttgart (Stuttgart Spring Festival)
Europe's largest spring festival
Maypole (Maibaum)
Check out this significant occasion to celebrate with local folklore groups and all the villagers dressed in their most exquisite traditional costumes
St. Martin's Day
Get your portion of family warmth sitting by the Martinsfeuer
Japan-Tag Düsseldorf/NRW
The largest festival of Japanese culture outside of Japan
Floating Beer Garden (Isar Floßfahrt)
Enjoy a journey on a traditional raft with music, dancing, and lots of fun
New Year's Eve or Silvester
Berlin is one of the best destinations in Europe for celebrating New Year's Eve
Berlinale—Berlin International Film Festival
The Berlinale is the city's most glamorous film event. With more than 400 films shown, it attracts the film industry elite as well as one of the biggest audiences of the world film festivals
Gamescom
All passionate gamers flock to the most remarkable video game fair in Europe!
Skiing at Zugspitze
The highest mountain in Germany presents an unforgettable view
Landshut Wedding (Landshuter Hochzeit) 1475
Immerse yourself in a medieval wedding celebration held in Landshut, Bavaria
Burg Frankenstein Halloween
Imagine it's Halloween time, and bloodthirsty monsters are by your side!
Day of German Unity
Berliners celebrate the national holiday with a festival around Brandenburg Gate
Christmas Markets
A famous German tradition that has spread all over the world
Cologne Carnival (Kölner Karneval)
Over a million people gather to see this colourful spectacle
Ostermünde
Open spring season with Easter celebrations in Travemünde, a small German seaside town
Toad Migration
Have you ever noticed a traffic sign with a frog on it?
Asparagus Season
Welcome the springtime with the first German spring vegetable
Pyronale Fireworks World Championship
Witness a great fireworks competition where international teams try to get recognition of the jury and support from the spectators with their breathtaking pyrotechnic displays
CSD Berlin or Berlin Pride
Berlin Pride, referred to as “Christopher Street Day” (CSD in short) features two major events—the CSD Demo March and CSD Finale, a big final rally
Hurricane Festival
One of the best festivals of rock, indie and electronic music in Germany
About You Pangea Festival
A vivid mix of music, sports, arts, and playfulness
Wacken Open Air
Headbang till sunrise at one of Europe's best heavy metal festival
Summerjam Festival
One of the largest reggae, dancehall and hip hop events in Europe
