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Germany Travel Risk Level

Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution

Germany faces a moderate risk from terrorism, with the US State Department issuing a Level 2 advisory. Exercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism.

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Government travel advisories

US State Department

Level 2
Exercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism . Terrorist groups and lone actors remain a constant threat in Germany and Europe, attacking people in public locations with knives, small arms, rudimentary explosive devices, and vehicles. Such attacks may occur with little or no warning and target: Tourist locations Transportation centers (airports, train, or bus stations) Markets and shopping malls Local government facilities Hotels, clubs, and restaurants Places of worship and educational institutions Parks Major sporting and cultural events Schools

UK FCDO

Level 1
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram

Active disaster alerts (GDACS)

flood · Magnitude 0
Green flood alert in Germany
On 29/05/2026, a flood started in Germany, lasting until 06/06/2026 (last update). The flood caused 2 deaths and 30 displaced .
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:15:52 GMT · 2w ago

Health alerts (WHO)

No active WHO health alerts for Germany at this time.

Global & regional health alerts (WHO)

Cross-border outbreaks and pandemic-scale alerts that affect travellers regardless of destination.

Global · Chikungunya
2025-10-03T11:25:30Z
Global
2025-12-10T19:00:00Z

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to travel to Germany?

Germany is currently assessed at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) based on US State Department and UK FCDO advisories. Exercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism.

What is the current US State Department travel advisory for Germany?

The US State Department currently rates Germany at Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution. Exercise increased caution in Germany due to terrorism.

What is the current UK FCDO advice for Germany?

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office currently advises at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions — for Germany. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.

Other countries at Level 2