Travel Safety in Germany

Germany is generally safe. The main security risk to travellers is petty crime (such as pickpocketing and bag snatching), which mainly a concern in major cities. Although infrequent, there have also been reports of drink­ spiking, sexual assaults and mugging at nighttime entertainment venues.

There is an ongoing risk of terrorism in Germany due to the activities of both domestic and international extremists. Although attacks are likely to be small in scale, the possibility of a large sophisticated attack by a major extremist group cannot be ruled out.

Demonstrations are common in Berlin, Munich and Frankfurt and take place occasionally elsewhere. Some gatherings, most notably those organised by extreme right-wing elements, have the potential to turn violent.

Discrimination on the basis of race and ethnicity is known to occur in urban areas, particularly in eastern Germany.

There is no major concern of kidnapping or conflict in the country.

Medical facilities are generally of a good standard, but services may be limited in rural areas.