Looking for That One Great Find That is the Perfect Mix of Tradition, Authenticity, Size and Weight to Bring Back from Germany? We Give You Ideas for 10! (2019)

Germany also is a shopper's paradise. When it comes to shopping, it offers vintage points and shops, concept stores, boutiques, fancy malls with international brands and so much more. It has markets, malls, streets and hidden nooks and corners. Even though shopping in a country while travelling is almost like an act of reflex, it makes a lot of sense to buy things which you would not in your own country or city. Which means having an eye for items which are exclusive to the country - either the origin, the culture or something else. Shopping such items also in a way allows you to know that place better since each item would have a story associated with it - why it is popular and what makes it exclusive.

Then you can find the one which you think is interesting and decide on what you’d like to take back home. This also is majorly the idea behind souvenirs - taking back a part of that country - a remembrance in the form of an item or something else. Isn’t it?

Germany is huge and so are the so many great shopping places - lanes, stores and malls. We have listed down a few marketplaces for you to shop from when in Germany:

Germany offers culture, modernity and so much more for the travellers and the souvenirs you can buy there should also be the ones which have a story behind them. Which is why we picked 10 Best Souvenirs you could pick when in Germany. Scroll below to know what these souvenirs are along with the story that makes it a great souvenir.

Beer is a major part of the German culture and undoubtedly Germany’s favourite drink. But did you know that there exists a German Beer Purity Law which states that only hops, barley, yeast and water can be used to make beer in Germany? This is what makes the drink even more interesting. Even with only four ingredients, the brewers in Germany offers over 5500 brands of beer. Moreover, almost every week a new beer is released in the country, making it a great producer of beer.

Now that you know how important the beers are for Germans and how seriously they take it - it only makes absolute sense to bring a souvenir which compliments its love for beer and allows you to tell this crazy beer story once you’re back home.

This is what makes Beer Steins a great souvenir when in Germany. Beer Steins are traditional beer mugs, extremely popular with the Germans. They are available in different forms and designs and can be found in various kind of stone materials - stone, porcelain, glass or pewter, with a lid or without.

The most traditional area of beer stein production is the Kannenbäckerland in the Westerwald region in Germany. They can be a little expensive but still, are a great option when shopping for souvenirs.

Chocolates are loved in Germany and the country offers various kind of chocolates made by different brands. Two of the most popular brands would be Ritter Sport and the Stollwerck. So make a note of them if chocolate is on your list of things to take back home.

One of the great places to buy chocolates in Germany would be the Rausch chocolate house which offers more than 200 different varieties of chocolates. A fun fact, not only chocolate bars but you can also buy chocolates in the form of the popular German monuments. Isn't that interesting?

So make sure to visit the Rausch chocolate house and grab the popular German chocolates as souvenirs.

Wondering what does this even mean? You can take the bits of the iconic Berlin Wall home which is 155 kilometers long. The Berlin Wall is a memorial landmark which gives you its parts along with a certificate of authenticity.


Taking a piece of the Berlin Wall back home is like typically carrying a part of the place home. So, if you are looking for an off-beat souvenir rather than the typical utilities, then this should be in your list.

We know how massive is Christmas celebration across Europe, and the same applies to Germany. With huge markets filled with everything that screams festivities, you have to take a Christmas Decor item home as a token of remembrance.

From candles, Christmas Tree ornaments, glass ornaments and so much more, you can grab anything and everything. These Christmas decors can then add your celebration of Christmas festivity once you’re back home. This is what makes a Christmas decor a great buying option.

Porcelain is a ceramic material which is mostly used as tableware, decorative objects and so much more which makes it a great shopping grab. Germany also offers Porcelain in various kinds and intricate designs, which is something you take home as a gift for someone, or a decor for your own house which also acts as a sweet reminder of your trip and the place from time to time.

German porcelain usually costs between 30 to 40 euros. You can find these almost everywhere, from local markets to luxury stores, each offering different designing and quality.

Based on the nun Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, the German figurines are popular souvenirs, which are easy to carry, catches your eye with its unusual design and also tells a story. It is a cute, small and easy to carry souvenir option from Germany.

The German traditional attire - called Dirndl for women and Lederhosen for men, this even though is a common souvenir, but not something that everyone could buy since it is super expensive. These are the traditional clothing in Bavaria, the state in the south of Germany that touches the Alps and includes Munich as well.

You also must know that the material that they are made up of does not allow dry cleaning and they can only be cleaned using certain essential oils - so, do not grab it from a second-hand shop and also keep in mind the maintenance it might need.

The price range for these starts at 400 eurodollars. They are beautifully made and are definitely a great option if you can afford it or you could save up for them before if you want to grab it.

Germany is the birthplace of Gummy Bears, a sweet snack which everyone loves. Even though it is nowadays available in other countries as well, yet you must buy it from German since they were originated here and the ones you buy in other countries might be following a different recipe.

So buy the Gummi Bears when in Germany and know how a Gummy bear actually is supposed to taste like - a sweet snack made using the actual recipe with natural ingredients like spinach, nettle and carrot.

So make sure to grab a pack of Gummy bear when in the country.

Germans are known to take every minute seriously and this is why you must grab these Cuckoo Clocks when in Germany. There are many versions available of these in different parts of the country. Some are basic, but if you look in hidden nooks and corners, you could also find years old designed cuckoo clocks.

The price range of these cuckoo clocks ranges between 200 to 3,000 euros, where the cheaper ones are basic models that can be grabbed from any souvenir shop and the upward range would offer more luxurious models of the clock. You could pick the one which is in your budget and is best suited for you - depending on the size and designing.

Just keep in mind that they could be a little fragile to carry in your luggage, so if you are planning on buying it, make sure you get it packed properly.

The cuckoo clock definitely should be on your shopping list, and it also would be a great addition to your house - a raw, beautiful one, adding the rustic to the modern decor.

Birkenstock is a footwear brand which offers smart, comfortable and durable shoe options. It is extremely popular in Germany and you can grab these when shopping in Germany.

You can buy these from Birkenstock outlets in Bad Honnef and Schmallenberg.

Unlike popular opinion, you must go out and explore wine shopping when in Germany. The country has thirteen wine regions in all, where wine is produced - both red and white.

You can find various wine options in Germany suiting different palettes - from spicy to fruity, from sweet to dry and so on.

Here are some suggestions on what all wines to pick: Riesling, Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir), Müller-Thurgau, Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), Silvaner, Eiswein, and Frühburgunder (Pinot Noir Précoce).

So do grab a bottle of that local German wine when you go for a shopping spree.