Travel insurance Germany

From lost luggage on arrival to cancelled flights on your trip home, avoid any extra costs on your upcoming trip by making sure you've got the right travel insurance coverage for Germany.

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Why do I need travel insurance for Germany?

Imagine dealing with a foreign medical system in a language you don't speak, without the guidance and financial backing of a travel insurer. Travel insurance provides a range of financial protection against many travel risks in Germany, as well as the common travel concerns such as:

• Cancellation costs
• Lost luggage and damaged items
• Overseas medical emergencies
• Rental car accidents

How do I get travel insurance for Germany?

Nowadays, it's easy to

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policies online and if you are unsure how, continue reading our guide. Once you decide on a travel insurance policy, you will have to nominate the appropriate region to include Germany. Policies will usually cover Germany in the Worldwidemore info button region or the Europemore info button region.

5 German safety concerns that make travel insurance essential

• Terrorism risks. Terrorism is a threat across Germany as well as much of Europe. The Department of State says that medium to high rating for terrorism exists in all German cities where you'll find a U.S. diplomatic presence.

• Pickpocketing and theft. While the level of crime is generally quite low, pickpocketing and the theft of items account for roughly 40% of all cases of crime in Germany. Due to a rise in pickpocketing in recent years, German police have warned visitors to Mitte, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg and Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf to take particular care of their valuables
• Drink spiking. If you’re going to nightclubs or some of Germany’s famed Christmas markets, DFAT suggests that you be aware of drink spiking
• Road conditions. OSAC suggests that the older roads of Eastern Germany require extra safety precautions, but generally driving in Germany is safe.
  
• Extremist and ethnic violence. According to German authorities, far-right extremist and ethnic violence is on the rise. While Germany is a safe country, an unexpected violent protest, will interrupt your travel plans.

If you do everything within reason to avoid such risks but still encounter trouble, travel insurance will cover you financially with respect to the conditions of their policy.

What activities do I need to get extra cover for in Germany?

Travel is the time to try new things and push yourself out of your comfort zone to get the most authentic experience. Remember that for a lot of the more adventurous activities, you may need to purchase an add-on.

For travellers to Germany this may include:

• The German Motorcycling route. Riding a motorbike is risky anywhere, let alone a country with different road rules.
• Scuba diving in Central Germany. If you plan to explore the lake and its underwater city, then travel insurance is essential.
• Hiking in the Black Forest or the Bavarian Alps. High altitude, exhaustion and sudden changes in weather may leave you in need of medical attention.
• Cycling the Elberadweg. Cover yourself if you're planning to ride this popular cycling route.
• Skiing and snowboarding. Ensure you're covered for hitting the slopes because not all policies cover winter sports as standard.

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Remember to check your policy

Many of these activities are not automatically covered by insurers, so read the fine print before taking out a policy. Some providers will allow you to take out cover for these activities for an additional premium.

I'm studying for a year in Berlin, do I need travel insurance?

While your destination school in Germany will usually include a health insurance plan for the duration of your semester, it is wise to get additional travel cover to protect you medically during your travels as well as for cover against other travel risks such as flight cancellations.

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Will travel insurance cover me at Oktoberfest?

While Oktoberfest is a time of celebration and undoubtedly one of the world's biggest festivals, you'll need to be extra vigilant if you choose to attend. As you might well be under the influence of alcohol, travel insurance will not cover you for any losses that occur during Oktoberfest.

Staying safe at Oktoberfest

If you plan to have a few beers in Munich, follow these tips to avoid a sticky situation:

• Leave your valuables at home. The alcohol induced festivities make it easy to lose and misplace items, and the large crowds can invite petty thieves
• Hydrate. The tents can get very hot and sweaty inside, and beer isn't known for its hydrating qualities - so sip on a stein of water every now and then to avoid dehydration and worse yet, alcohol poisoning
• Bring a friendly attitude. We all know how a combination of alcohol and conflict can easily escalate into a violent mess. Enter Oktoberfest with the right mindset and avoid ending up in the hospital with a concussion, unable to claim insurance for the medical costs or worse yet, liable for someone else's injuries
• Have an exit strategy. Make sure you have money for the cab and the address of your hotel written down to get home safely after the event

Check official government warnings

The Department of Foreign affairs currently suggests that travellers exercise a high degree of caution if travelling to Kosovo, Russia, Turkey and Ukraine. Make sure you stay up to date to changes to the status of these countries as well the rest of Europe.

If something goes wrong, how do I make a claim?

Hold onto all documents

If an event or incident occurs that could lead to a claim, you need to contact your insurer as soon as possible. You'll need to fill out a claims form, and the insurer will also ask you to provide supporting documentation.

This may include:

• Police or medical reports
• An admission of fault from your airline if they have misplaced your baggage
• Receipts for emergency items purchased while your luggage has been delayed
• Proof of ownership of valuable items that have been lost or stolen

The German medical system

It's worth pointing out that the Australian Government does not have a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement with Germany. This means you won’t be able to receive Medicare-like cover for your medical expenses. As the cost of medical treatment in Germany is considerably high, you will quickly rack up an expensive bill if you’re hospitalised on your holiday.

German hospitals require confirmation that you have the necessary travel insurance cover or available funds to cover your medical bills and in some cases, cover them upfront.

Who do I contact in an emergency?

Your travel insurer

If you need help, most insurers operate 24/7 emergency assistance lines that you can call from anywhere in the world. They can help you find a medical provider, report stolen goods and find the assistance you need far from home.

Friends and family

Alternatively, in certain circumstances (for example if you lose your wallet) you may be better off contacting family and friends and having them wire you emergency funds

German emergency services

If you need help from the German emergency services, the national emergency numbers in Germany are 110 for police and 112 for fire and ambulance. If you require consular assistance you can get in touch with the Australian Embassy in Berlin or the Australian Consulate-General in Frankfurt.

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Five Steps to selecting travel insurance for Germany

Before buying cover you should ask yourself:

1. How long are you planning on being away? This will help you determine how long you will need to buy cover for an annual, multi year or a backpacker policy
2. What are you doing during your trip. Decide whether you will be skiing down German slopes before you go so you can take it up as extra's cover
3. Are you taking any valuable items? If you plan on taking your Go-Pro to shoot your moments in Berlin, make sure you look for a policy that covers its value
4. Do you pre-existing medical conditions to declare? Declare early to find if and to what extent a policy will cover you pre-existing medical condition.
5. Are any travel risks specific to your destination? Germany is known for poor road conditions in the east, and has had protests in Munich in the past. Make sure you assess the travel risks

Taking the time to work through these five steps will give you a much clearer idea of the right insurer, policy and level of cover for your trip to Germany

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