Currency
The
Euro is now the official currency of Germany.
Germany's prior currency, the Mark, has
now been phased out as legal tender and
is no longer accepted.
Credit
Cards
Credit
cards are accepted in just over half of
all shops and hotels. This is less than
in UK and USA and it is advisable to carry
cash with you. Most major credit cards are
accepted but check with your bank before
you leave to find out if it will be accepted
in Germany.
Traveller's
cheques
Euro
travelers cheques are widely accepted everywhere.
It is advisable to take Euro travelers Cheques
and Euro notes.
Currency
restrictions
The
import and export of local and foreign currency
is unrestricted.
