From fairy-tale castles and alpine forests to quaint villages and modern cities: with Rick Steves on your side, Germany can be yours!InsideRick Steves Germany 2018you'll find:Comprehensive coveragefor planning a multi-week trip through GermanyRick's strategic adviceon how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems,from the towering Zugspitze and jagged Alps to rustic villages and perfect strudelHow to connect with local culture:Wander a Kristkindlemarkt full of artisan holiday gifts, chat with fans about the latest fussball match, or strike up a conversation over a glass of berlinerweisseBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist trapswith Rick's candid, humorous insightThebest places to eat, sleep, and relaxSelf-guided walking toursof lively neighborhoods and museumsVital trip-planning tools,like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to placeDetailed maps, including a fold-out mapfor exploring on the goUseful resourcesincluding a packing list, German phrasebook, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 1,000 bible-thin pagesinclude everything worth seeing without weighing you downAnnually updated informationon Munich, Bavaria, Tirol, Salzburg, Berchtesgaden, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest, Rothenburg, Würzburg, Frankfurt, Rhine Valley, Mosel Valley, Trier, Cologne, Nürnburg, Lutherland, Leipzig, Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar withRick Steves Germany 2018.Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check outRick Steves Best of Germany. Staying for a week or less? TryRick Steves Pocket Munich & Salzburg.