Germany health and safety
Most visits to Germany are trouble-free with respect to health and safety, but travellers should nevertheless take the usual precautions to prevent being a soft target. No major health threats are present in the country and health facilities are first class.
Germany is not associated with any major health risks, and no vaccinations are required to enter the country. However, there have been recent outbreaks of measles in Bavaria, Lower Saxony and North Rhine Westphalia. The German healthcare system is extremely sophisticated, and clinics and hospitals are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and professional staff.
Germany is a safe country for the most part, but bag-snatching and pickpocketing occurs in some of the cities, so tourists should be vigilant about their belongings and avoid wearing ostentatious jewellery or carrying large amounts of cash. The eastern half of the country has a higher crime rate than Western Germany, so be extra careful when travelling there.
Current advisory warnings about health and safety in Germany
British foreign office – Germany webpage
Up-to-date and reliable advice on health and security issues in Germany.
www.fco.gov.uk
MD Travel Health – Germany advice
Comprehensive medical advice on disease and health risks, precautions and remedies.
http://www.mdtravelhealth.com
Smartraveller
Australian Government sponsored site with detailed and current information on travel risks in Germany.
http://www.smartraveller.gov.au
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Essentials
Visas: EU citizens are free to travel wherever, whenever in Germany, while nationals of USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan do not need a visa for up to three months, though you should carry your passport.
Season: May - September
Money: Euro
Language: German
Emergency #: Police - 110; Fire - 112.