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All the latest travel news from Germany.
The app that wants to help you avoid Deutsche Bahn delays
Tired of guessing whether your Deutsche Bahn train will actually arrive on time? A new free website uses historical data to show you how likely your next train is to be delayed.
Why is Berlin failing to build more bike lanes?
Berlin had millions available for cycling projects last year but only spent a fraction of its budget. With less than six percent of a planned bike network completed since 2017, here’s how local politics have put the brakes on a more bikeable capital.
German trains disrupted by railway strike in the Netherlands
An all-day strike in the Netherlands has brought Dutch railway traffic to a standstill. This also affects passengers moving from Amsterdam to Berlin or Frankfurt.
Could Europe's border queues get longer this month as key EES date passes?
Monday September 7th could be a key date for the full enforcement of the EU's biometric border checks across the Schengen area with concerns raised that queues at border checks could get longer and slower this month.
How much will the cost of the Deutschlandticket rise in 2027?
Starting next year, regular public transport users in Germany could be paying around €4 more a month for a Deutschlandticket, according to initial calculations.
Ryanair to cut winter flights in Europe to save on fuel costs
Ryanair said Wednesday that it would reduce its winter schedule in Europe as the Irish no-frills airline and other carriers come up against higher fuel costs caused by the US-Iran war.
Meet the woman who photographed Germany from its trains
British photographer Katie Edwards has likely taken more photographs of Germany through train windows than anyone else. She spoke to The Local about her project, and the ups and down of travelling with Deutsche Bahn.
Cross-border transport between Salzburg and Bavaria to get easier after EU funding boost
A long-awaited plan to make public transport between Austria's Salzburg and a part of neighbouring Bavaria in southern Germany more straightforward has received around €750,000 in European funding.
Berlin's S-Bahn airport connections disrupted until end of August
Taking the S-Bahn to the Berlin airport? No you're not. Fortunately there are several alternative trains available.
EES delays cause wait times to double at major German airports
Passengers arriving at Germany's two largest airports, in Frankfurt and Munich, faced some of the longest delays at passport controls in Europe due to the new system.
War impact on European travel bookings fading
Travel giant TUI said Wednesday that bookings were returning to normal levels despite the ongoing Mideast war, as it presented its latest financial results.
Can a WhatsApp reporting channel clean up Berlin's 'Kotti' station?
Passengers at Berlin’s Kottbusser Tor can now report litter, graffiti and damage directly to the BVG via WhatsApp. The transport operator hopes the pilot project will help get problems fixed faster and improve daily journeys.
Hanover Airport disrupted by drone week after Leipzig explosives find
Hanover Airport in Germany was disrupted overnight by a drone, police told AFP Tuesday without giving further details, just a week after an explosives-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig Airport.
Deutsche Bahn rolls out supervised rail service for kids travelling alone
Parents in Germany will soon be able to book chaperoned journeys on selected ICE trains for children aged six to 14, offering extra peace of mind when youngsters travel independently between major cities.
Bavaria to introduce 'tap in' ticketing system for public transport
Travel in Bavaria will look a little different from next year. The southern state plans to expand a tap-in/tap-out ticketing system for public transport.
The app helping Berliners track ticket inspections on public transport
A community-driven app allows Berlin public transport users to share live alerts about fare inspections across the city's train and tram network.
UPDATE: Alarm at Leipzig airport after drone found carrying explosives
German police deployed a bomb disposal robot at an airport overnight after a drone was found on the tarmac near a Ukrainian cargo plane, sparking alarm and forcing the diversion of numerous flights.
Germany and the UK launch simplified travel rules for school groups
For schools navigating post-Brexit travel rules, a new Germany-UK agreement promises fewer visa hurdles and less paperwork.
Your key questions answered about the Schengen area's 90-day rule
The EU/Schengen area's '90-day' rule is a complicated one that causes much confusion for travellers - here we answer some of the most common questions from readers of The Local.
REVEALED: The best value summer holiday destinations from Germany
With prices rising in Germany, new research shows that it's still possible to enjoy a summer break abroad without overspending. The key is to choose your destination carefully.
Deutsche Bahn plans alcohol ban at every train station in Germany
In an effort to improve safety for train travellers and railway staff, Germany's national railway operator says it will enforce a blanket alcohol ban at all of its stations.
Airport bosses warn EU's new border checks triple waiting times for Brits
European airport bosses have warned that new EU border checks are significantly increasing waiting times for British nationals arriving in the bloc, in some cases tripling the average.
Why has travelling to the UK become so difficult for British dual nationals?
Our contributor, Emma Pouncey, tells us about her struggles of dealing with British passport bureaucracy and the logistical nightmare associated with being a dual national, which affects Brits with citizenship of any other European country.