Passport/Visa Requirements: A passport is required for citizens of Canada and the U.S. Reconfirm travel document requirements with your carrier before departure.
Languages: German. It's usually not a problem to obtain information in English, particularly in matters dealing with travel or business..
Predominant Religions: Christian (Roman Catholic, Protestant).
Time Zone: 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+1 GMT). Daylight Saving Time is observed from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
Voltage Requirements: 220 volts, 50-cycle AC. A two-pronged adapter and a transformer to convert the voltage to 110 are needed for most small North American appliances. Many hair dryers have a setting for 220 volts, but they will still need an adapter.
Telephone Codes: 49, country code; 89,city code;
