Germany Health & Safety

Health & Safety

No vaccinations are required to visit Germany. The World Health Organization (WHO) does recommend all travellers should be covered for diphtheria, measles, mumps, tetanus,rubella and polio, regardless of their destination.

Excellent health care is available in Germany and for minor ailments chemists and pharmacies are able to give you advice and sell over-the-counter medication. They will also let you know if they think you should seek further assistance and show you where the nearest clinic is located.

Germany is generally a safe country in which to travel, with low rates of crime. Theft and other crimes are relatively rare for visitors.Visitors to Germany should take all the the usual sensible precautions, such as keeping valuables out of site, locking hotel rooms and cars, and being aware of pickpockets in crowded places. Train stations can be a place where travellers will be harassed especially if you are in the area at night.

Statistics show the eastern states to have higher rates of racially motivated crimes. If you not white, you should exercise extra caution in these states, especially away from major cities. The cities are will generally be safer, although they too may have the usual bad suburbs and areas. Ask at your hotel or phone the local police for advice.

Germany is an excellent country for a self-drive holiday, boasting some of the effective motorways in the world. All major cities are quickly and easily accessible via the autobahn (motorway) and an extensive network of secondary roads. All cars entering Germany must have third-party insurance.

For emergencies, contact Ambulance 112; Fire Brigade 112; and Police 110.

We strongly advise that all Australian travellers check the latest travel advice on the Australian Government Smart Traveller site.