12 Things to Take on a Road Trip in Germany

If you plan to go to Germany anytime soon, for work or for pleasure, one of the options is to take a road trip. The roads and highways are supremely well maintained and traffic behavior is tremendously orderly.

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Must Take Essentials You Can’t Do Without

There are few things that one must carry while the exciting road trip, here are 12 things we think is absolutely necessary.

1. Documents

You should travel with documents that will make your trip easier. There are two basic documents that must be with you at all times.

Car documents:

The first and foremost thing that you have to include in your road trip travel essentials to Germany would be the documents to your car. It would also be wise to get them translated into German using Google Translate or any similar program.

Required Documents:

The original and copy of your vehicle licence and registration details, as well as your vehicle’s operating manual is mandatory. Use the internet to see if there are any border crossing rules that you have to comply with.

Insurance

Getting insurance coverage for all occupants- as well as for the vehicle you are traveling in is one of the best things you can do before proceeding.

If you ever have an accident, try to assess the situation and always take pictures of the damage done to your or the other person’s vehicle before negotiating or contacting your insurance agent. It’s a good and solid proof upon which you can file an insurance claim.

2. Performing a Car Audit

Another necessary step is to perform a detailed audit of your car from top to bottom- everything from your tyres and windshield vipers to your rooftop.

Also consider spares and supplies- extras you may require while stuck in the middle of nowhere or at quite a distance from the nearest auto workshop.

3. Additional Considerations

Be sure to include one or two spare tyres, a fully equipped toolbox, motor oil and grease. Monitoring oil and water levels at regular intervals. Let’s say at a petrol station where help or advice would be at hand, is a super good idea. Also check the braking system on your vehicle.

4. Don’t Get Lost

If you ever lose your way, don’t panic. Google Maps and Location tracking make it easier to figure out your routes and the distance to the next leg of your trip.

5. Phone Holder

It’s always safer to use a phone holder and ear-pods while driving. You are obeying the law and avoiding distractions-besides, it’s easier to pay attention to what is happening on the road. Get a glossary of the common road signs and their meanings- it may save you a lot of trouble.

6. Phone Charger

Remember to carry your phone charger and a spare just for backup purposes. This can be handy in case
one of them gets lost or misplaced.

7. Portable Battery Pack

A portable electronic battery pack available anywhere in the US or UK will be a lifesaver and make your trip seem that much easier and enjoyable.

8. First Aid Kit

No one wants to get sick or injured, but it can happen. Therefore it is imperative that you make sure to include a First Aid kit, complete with needles, syringes and other such medical supplies. Medication for common ailments, soaps, shampoos and sunscreen are other essentials. Hygiene products are a must as well!

9. Clothing Considerations

Depending on the variability of temperature changes and other climatic conditions- which sometimes can be unforeseen and entirely beyond your control, do plan to pack one or two sets of heavy and light clothing for every member.

Of course, include a set of rain protection gear and even swimwear if possible. You never know when you might need it.

10. Don’t Forget Formal Wear

For adults in formal situations, by all means carry one formal shirt/ dress and trousers. Adequate provision for undergarments and similar inner wear will also have to be made.

11. Cooking and Camping Essentials

Part of the adventure and excitement of a road trip in Germany-or indeed any foreign locale- is the opportunity to camp and cook while roughing it.

The bare essentials would include a portable gas stove, lighter/ matches, utensils and of course the requisite dinnerware. You may have to look for suitable ingredients to cook your recipes.

Get a ready list of recipe ingredients and their pictures or names in German before shopping. The length of your trip would help you decide your cooking and eating needs.

Always buy organic simple ingredients from the best/ affordable shops in town. Get the opinion of the locals or look up traveller comments on the internet for added reassurance.

12. Roughing It

If you are adventurous enough, and the unfamiliarity of the language and terrain does not deter you, go for it!

Scenic landscapes and picturesque locales captured on camera will be the envy or admiration of your friends once you return home. Life is a series of experiences- and the opportunity may never present itself again.

13. German cash at all times

Don’t forget to carry cash, coins and always contact the authorities if you are not sure what to do in a certain situation. You may have to pay 0.50 to 1 Euro to use restrooms in the city.

The open border policy of the Schengen Visa still operates, so take advantage of the wanderlust in you and explore Germany to your heart’s content.

About the Author

Leon Schlesinger is a man who loves to travel. He has explored almost every country in Europe and is slowly expanding his horizons He is a camping expert and loves roughing it whenever he gets the chance.