Everything you need to know about shopping in Germany
We tell you why Germany is ideal for shopaholics, when is the best place to go and where is the most profitable place to shop.
Germany and shopping
Among the layman, Germany is perhaps not associated with shopping. But lovers of buying overseas gizmos know that Germany is actually among the top best countries for shopping along with France and Italy. After all, it is the Germans who are known for their pedantry and practicality, which means that here you can find clothes, shoes, bags, accessories of the highest quality.
Where to go? In addition to the capital of Berlin, one of the best shopping destinations, of course, is Munich and Frankfurt. By the way, shopping in Germany is also good because in this country you can find goods for any wallet - from the mass market to luxury brands.
Best time for shopping
To save on purchases, choose the sales season for travel!
The summer sale (Sommerschlussverkauf) takes place in July-August, so hurry up! Flights Moscow-Munich in August arefrom 11800 rubles round-trip, and to Frankfurt - from 11490 rubles There and back again.
In winter, discounts can be found in January-February.
Tax free
This is another advantage of shopping in Germany, the conditions for returning tax-free here are some of the most favorable. Taxes up to 19% are refunded on purchases from just 25 euros.
There are a lot of outlets, two boutique towns
Of course, it is most profitable (even during the sales season) to shop in huge shopping centers - outlets and boutique towns. At the same time, the format of the boutique town is more modern. Firstly, in boutique towns they sell a collection not of last year’s seasons, but of the current one. Secondly, in the boutique town you can spend a day or a whole weekend, since in addition to a huge number of boutiques, you can immediately book excursions in the surroundings, a night in a hotel, dine in an authentic restaurant and get other services for a comfortable recreation.Ingolstadt village
Ingolstadt Village is a boutique town with more than 110 world famous brands (Prada, Polo Ralph Lauren, Boss and many others) that offer products with a discount of up to 60% of the recommended retail price.
The boutique town is located in the heart of Bavaria, just a 50-minute drive from Munich. The elegant and comfortable Shopping Express bus takes you to Ingolstadt Village directly from Munich city center.
Take time to explore Ingolstadt Village and the culturally rich places around the village. You can stay at one of the local hotels. A great combination of shopping and local culture. World famous natural beauties, ancient breweries, historical castles and churches - there is something to see for anyone, the most experienced traveler.
Be sure to use special offer until August 31 - get a VIP card for an additional 10% discount on shopping, free shuttle service, concierge services and much more.
Wertheim village
Wertheim Village is another boutique town located just a 50-minute drive from Frankfurt. More than 100 luxury boutiques offer products with discounts up to 60%. The boutique town is easily accessible from Frankfurt city center by Shopping Express bus.
Take advantage special offer until August 31, 2018 and get a VIP card with an additional 10% discount on shopping, a free transfer from Frankfurt, welcome drinks in the VIP lounge and much more.
Do not forget to draw up a tax-free and return your tax, saving even more:
1. When buying in any boutique where there is a duty free sign, ask for a check for a tax refund.
2. When leaving the EU, simply present your purchases, checks and passport to a customs officer who will certify the tax refund form.
3. Show the certified forms and passport at the airport tax refund office and immediately receive the money.