Bavaria, Germany
Smart spending helps your travel budget go further in Augsburg.
Efficient planning makes seeing more and spending less time waiting possible.
A few unofficial rules and local knowledge enhance your experience and aid blending in.
Tailor your approach to Augsburg based on your travel companions.
Use a Travel notebook to jot down notes, tips, and observations during your trip. This aids remembering details and makes for an richer experience.
These online and offline tools prove invaluable for planning, navigating, and learning about Augsburg.
A comprehensive app for general navigation, including walking, driving, and public transport routes. It offers real-time traffic updates and public transit schedules.
The official app for Deutsche Bahn (German national railway). This is for checking nationwide train schedules, purchasing tickets, and staying updated on train delays or platform changes.
The official app for Augsburg's local public transport (Stadtwerke Augsburg). Use it for real-time tram and bus schedules, route planning, and purchasing mobile tickets.
Search for podcasts about Bavarian history, German culture, or specific Augsburg attractions. Many independent travel podcasts or history podcasts feature segments on German cities, providing historical context or personal travel stories.
Carry Euros; some smaller businesses, especially local bakeries, cafes, and pubs, prefer or require cash.
Plan to arrive at the airport 2-3 hours before an international flight (especially non-Schengen departures).
Purchase souvenirs well in advance of departure. If large or fragile, arrange shipping services.
Before your trip, download important maps (Google Maps offline maps) and essential apps onto your phone. This conserves data and allows access to information even without an internet connection.
Verify passport validity for six months beyond Schengen departure. Apply for renewal if needed.
Research German/Schengen visa needs. Start application early. ETIAS requirement (mid-2025) noted.
Book international flights, especially for peak season, for better prices and routes.
Finalize all Augsburg lodging bookings. Confirm dates and payment.
Book main train tickets (ICE for long distances, for cheaper "Sparpreis" fares) or your car rental.
Plan a rough itinerary: attractions, day trips, specific activities.
Familiarize yourself with Augsburg's history (Fugger family), learn basic German phrases, and understand the city's public transport system. This background knowledge enhances your appreciation of the destination.
Secure your home (lock doors/windows, notify neighbors), suspend mail or newspaper deliveries, and pay any bills due during your absence.
Arrange for pet care or plant watering if needed. Notify trusted family members or friends of your itinerary and emergency contacts.
Confirm all details of your return flight or train journey. Ensure all necessary documents are ready for your next destination or re-entry into your home country.
Pack any last-minute items, weigh your luggage to avoid excess baggage fees, and settle any outstanding bills at your accommodation.
