Germany's national cuisine

The main characteristic of traditional German cuisine is the abundance of meat dishes. Pork is highly regarded here in various forms, from roasts to sausages. Overall, traditional German cuisine is not known for being light or diet-friendly.

Germans enjoy hearty meals, especially in Bavaria with its original and filling dishes. National dishes throughout Germany are known for their density and high content of fatty foods. However, it's worth giving them credit because German cuisine is simply wonderful in terms of taste.

Well-cooked pork is the main dish in most German restaurants. Trying it means getting a better understanding of the spirit of Germany. Dumplings are usually served as a side dish with pork.

• Sausage

Germany is known for its variety of sausages, which differ from region to region. In Berlin, you will be offered currywurst, a fried sausage with curry sauce, while in Bavaria, you'll find white sausages served with sweet mustard.

• Bread

Germany boasts around 600 different types of bread. Made from various types of flour and with different fillings, they are served with different dishes. Bread is highly respected and valued in German cuisine.

• Fried Chicken

Another meat dish. Once a festive dish, fried chicken has now become the most popular snack to accompany beer. You can find fried chicken practically on every corner at Oktoberfest.

• Steckerlfisch

A whole fish skewered and grilled. Another beloved dish among Germans. It tastes incredibly delicious, especially when paired with beer and bread.

• Eintopf

The secret of this meat and vegetable soup is that it is cooked in the oven in a pot and served in the same pot. The soup is thick and hearty, with the aroma of local spices.

• Käsespätzle

One of the few non-meat dishes in Germany. It's egg noodles sprinkled with grated cheese. Sometimes fried onions are added to it.

• Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut is so popular in Germany that it's known even beyond the country's borders. In addition to cabbage, Germans appreciate carrots, potatoes, various beans, and peas. Vegetable side dishes are often prepared as soups or simply boiled separately.

• Pretzel

A fluffy pretzel made from delicious dough can be found in any tent with German delicacies. Sometimes it is served with butter. So, as you can see, it's quite easy to have a cheap and hearty snack in Germany.

• Gingerbread

The famous Nuremberg gingerbread fills the shelves of shops and stalls before Christmas. Almost every pastry chef strives to make their creation as original as possible with different shapes and colorful glaze.

• Rote Grütze

This wonderful dessert is made from a mixture of red berries such as cherries, raspberries, strawberries, and others. It is often served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

• Black Forest Cake

What do you need for this dessert? Lots of chocolate, lots of cherries, and a skilled pastry chef. Leave your worries about your figure behind and definitely try this delight. After all, you won't find such a delicacy outside of Germany.

Drinks

When it comes to beverages in Germany, beer takes the lead. The country, especially Bavaria, is renowned for its diverse range of beer varieties. The beer culture is deeply ingrained in German society. There are three beer festivals held throughout the year: in February, May, and, of course, the famous Oktoberfest in October.

Restaurants in Germany

There are many restaurants in Germany, and you can find detailed information about them on our website's pages dedicated to different cities in the country. The average cost of a meal in a restaurant starts from 10 EUR and increases based on the restaurant's class and menu selection.