Practical Information in Berlin
Bring your history books to get the most out of Berlin's fascinating past. Take your wide-angle lens to capture its architectural jewels on film. Pack your warm woollies in winter, and your bicycle helmet to explore using pedal power in the warmer months.
GMT
GMT +1
Money
Euro (€) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
230V AC, 50 Hz, European two-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+49 (national), (0) 30 + seven- or eight-figure number (Berlin).
BerlinTourist Info
Fit In
Dress for the kind of Berlin you want to connect with. There's business Berlin, highbrow Berlin, designer Berlin, carefree Berlin, party Berlin and decadent Berlin. Berliners love novelty and idiosyncrasy, so this is one city where you can take some wardrobe risks.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Good Friday 22 Apr
- Easter Monday 25 Apr
- Labour Day 1 May
- Ascension Day 2 Jun
- Whit Monday 13 Jun
- Reunification Day 3 Oct
- Reformation Day 31 Oct
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- Boxing Day 26 Dec
- New Year's Day 1 Jan
