Wurzburg Bavaria, Germany Travel Guide
Required: No specific vaccinations are needed for entry to Germany beyond routine vaccinations being current.
Recommended: Consult a travel health clinic or doctor weeks before your trip. Ensure routine vaccinations, like Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTP), and Polio, are current. Depending on your activities, additional recommendations might include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, or Rabies.
Germany has excellent healthcare facilities, recognized for high standards. Universitätsklinikum Würzburg is a major medical center. Smaller clinics and general practitioners are also available.
Pharmacies (Apotheke) have a red 'A' sign. For after-hours needs, an emergency service (Notdienst) roster is on the door, indicating the nearest open pharmacy. Pharmacists offer advice for minor ailments.
Petty theft (pickpocketing) occurs in crowded tourist areas or on public transport. Keep valuables secure.
Do not display large amounts of cash. Remain aware of your surroundings in high-traffic areas.
Main River flooding occasionally occurs. City has protection. Monitor local weather forecasts for powerful winds/heavy rain.
Icy conditions on sidewalks and roads are possible. Wear appropriate footwear with good traction.
Dial 112 for ambulance and fire services. This is the pan-European emergency number.
Dial 110 for police assistance. These numbers are at liberty to call from any phone, including mobile phones.
Würzburg is a very safe city with low crime rates. It consistently ranks among Germany's safer cities. General caution applies around the main train station late at night, especially if alone.
No specific neighborhoods in Würzburg are considered dangerous for tourists. The central part of the city is well-lit and commonly active.
Keep wallets and phones out of sight in crowded areas.
Exercise general caution around public transport hubs late at night.
Know 112 for medical/fire, 110 for police.
Secure a policy covering medical situations and journey disruptions.
Have both digital and paper copies of important documents separate.
Keep this information readily accessible throughout your trip.
Contact your bank immediately. Keep international toll-free numbers for card providers separate from your wallet.
Report loss/theft to local police for a police report. Contact your country's embassy or nearest consulate in Germany.
Tap water in Würzburg is safe, clean, and potable. It meets high European standards. You can confidently drink tap water throughout the city.
