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1 GB
7 Days
$3.25
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2 GB
15 Days
$4.15
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3 GB
30 Days
$5.15
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5 GB
30 Days
$7.35
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10 GBMost Popular
30 Days
$10.45
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20 GBBest Value
30 Days
$15.40
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Frequently Asked Questions

Germany eSIM

Germany has solid 4G/LTE coverage in cities and along major transport corridors. In thinly populated rural areas and some valley stretches coverage can be patchy. Compared to other Western European countries Germany is considered a bit behind in mobile infrastructure, but for typical travel routes between major cities you’ll have few issues.
After purchase you’ll get a QR code by email. Go to your phone settings, tap ‘Add eSIM’ and scan the code. You’re connected in two minutes. Best to set it up at home before flying — so you arrive at Frankfurt or Munich airport already online and can use the Deutsche Bahn app or Google Maps straight away.
The main international airports are Frankfurt (FRA) — the biggest hub and one of the busiest in Europe — and Munich (MUC). Other key airports include Berlin Brandenburg (BER), Düsseldorf (DUS), Hamburg (HAM), Cologne/Bonn (CGN) and Stuttgart (STR). Many travellers from the north fly via Hamburg or Berlin, from the west via Düsseldorf.
Card payments are now widely accepted in Germany, but compared to Northern Europe or Australia cash is still more common. Smaller restaurants, bakeries, markets and some pubs are cash only. This is slowly changing but there are still many ‘Nur Bar’ (cash only) signs around. Always carry some euros.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are lovely for most places. Summer (June–August) is warm and lively — good for Biergarten culture and festivals, but also peak tourist season. Winter in Bavaria and the Alps offers Christmas markets (November–December) and skiing. Oktoberfest in Munich runs late September to early October and draws millions.
The Airlivo Germany eSIM connects to a major German network such as Telekom, Vodafone or O2, with fast 4G/LTE and 5G in cities and along main routes. Telekom has the widest reach, so coverage stays strong even in smaller towns and rural areas.
Yes, and on a Telekom-based network you'll keep a usable connection for most of the journey on the busy ICE routes like Frankfurt-Cologne, Munich-Berlin and Hamburg-Hanover. Expect brief drop-outs in long tunnels and on some rural stretches; the onboard Wi-Fi is a handy backup.
A Germany-only eSIM works within Germany and stops at the border. If your trip also takes in Austria, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic or elsewhere in Europe, choose an Airlivo Europe regional eSIM instead — one plan that covers many EU countries so you stay connected as you cross borders.
For maps, messaging, browsing and some social media, 3-5 GB is plenty for a one-week visit — most cafés, hotels and trains also have Wi-Fi. If you'll stream, video-call or tether a laptop, go for 10 GB or an unlimited plan.
Pick by trip length and usage: Airlivo Germany data plans run from 1 GB up to 50 GB and unlimited. If Germany is your only stop, a Germany plan is the best value; if you're touring several European countries, a Europe regional plan is smarter. Install it before you fly to be online on arrival.
No, it's data only and doesn't include a German number. You can call and message over the internet with WhatsApp, FaceTime or similar apps, and your own number stays active on your main SIM for anything that needs it, such as bank verification codes.

How It Works

Get connected in 3 simple steps

1

Choose Your Plan

Select the data package that fits your travel needs

2

Scan QR Code

Receive your eSIM instantly via email and scan to install

3

Connect & Go

Turn on mobile data and enjoy high-speed internet

Travel Tips

Germany — Useful tips for your trip

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Germany’s rail network (Deutsche Bahn) is excellent but the delays are famous. Download the DB Navigator app and check your connections regularly. For short connections (under 10 minutes) on a long-distance train, move to the next platform as soon as you arrive — don’t wait for an announcement. The Sparpreis ticket is the cheapest option if you book early.

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Sunday closing is real in Germany. Most shops are closed on Sunday — this includes supermarkets, clothing stores and most other retail. Restaurants, bakeries and tourist sites are usually open. Stock up on food and supplies on Saturday if you don’t want to be caught short on Sunday.

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Cycling is taken very seriously in German cities. Don’t walk in the cycle lane and when crossing the road watch for bikes that run separately from cars. Berlin, Munich, Hamburg and Cologne all have well-developed bike-sharing systems — a great way to explore and cover short distances.

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Germany has a bottle deposit system (Pfand). If you buy drinks in bottles or cans marked with a Pfand symbol, return them to the machine at the supermarket and get your deposit back (usually €0.25 per bottle). It sounds small but adds up. Most bottles and cans from supermarkets are pfandpflichtig.

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If you’re visiting Christmas markets, go on weekdays or early morning to avoid the worst of the crowds. Nuremberg, Cologne, Dresden and Rothenburg ob der Tauber are considered especially beautiful. Tipping in Germany is less fixed than in the US — 5–10% in restaurants is normal and simply rounding up the bill is perfectly acceptable.

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