👕 Clothing for Germany
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Layerable tops & jacket
- Versatile trousers/jeans
- Warm coat (cold months)
- One smart-casual outfit
- Scarf & gloves (winter)
🌦️ What to wear by season
- Summer: light layers, light jacket
- Spring/Autumn: warm layers, rain jacket
- Winter: heavy coat, hat, gloves
🔌 Tech & power
- Plug: Type C/F, 230V
- Universal adapter
- Power bank
- Phone + charger
- eSIM / local SIM
- Headphones
🎒 Germany-specific essentials
- Compact umbrella
- Power bank
- Refillable water bottle
- Some cash (still cash-friendly)
- eSIM
- Day backpack
📄 Documents & money
- Passport (+ visa if required)
- Offline copies of bookings
- 2 payment cards (different networks)
- Some local cash for arrival
- Travel insurance details
- Emergency contacts list
🧴 Toiletries (under 100ml / 3.4oz)
- Toothbrush + mini toothpaste
- Deodorant (solid travels best)
- Mini shampoo / body wash
- Sunscreen + lip balm
- Any daily medication
- Quick-dry travel towel
💡 OneBag tip: Lots of train travel and walking — one carry-on is easiest. Track weight in OneBag for Lufthansa/Eurowings limits.
Germany packing FAQ
Can I pack for Germany in a carry-on only?
Yes — with smart layering, one carry-on is enough for most Germany trips. Use OneBag to track your bag's weight against your exact airline limit so you never get stopped at the gate.
What plug adapter do I need for Germany?
Germany uses Type C/F, 230V. A universal travel adapter covers it.
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