Helpful Resources Regarding Bonn Germany & It's Surrounding Area
(as well as other parts of Europe)

  Based on my time living in Germany from Feburary 2001 to April 2009.

I have since moved back to the USA, and have NOT updated this page since 2009.
Though a lot of information is out-of-date, I've kept the page up because there are still some helpful things here.
NOTE: I will likely be moving back to Germany at some point, and when I do, I will resume updating this page.

I have NO information AT ALL regarding employment in Germany. Please don't ask me.

I have NO information AT ALL about obtaining a visa to live in Germany. Please don't ask me.

I cannot help you migrate to Germany. Please don't ask me.

Go here for OFFICIAL information from the German government on working in Germany.

You can also find helpful advice on The Local DE (in English).

  If you click on a link below and it no longer works, visit www.archive.org
and you can probably find an archive of the site you are looking for.

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Essential Books

If you are going to live in Germany, or want to, you MUST read these two books,
and have them ready for constant reference:

The Xenophobe's Guide to the Germans (Xenophobe's Guides). It is a humerous look at the German culture, and it explains SO much.

Lonely Planet Germany (or something similar from Rough Guides, Moon, etc.)

AGAIN: note that the information below has not been updated since 2009.

 

H I K I N G   &   B I K I N G O N L I N E   R E S O U R C E S The Hiking Trail Database Wunderbar! Rhine Valley / Ahr Valley Cycle Route Bicycling in Germany by the German National Tourist Board, which suggests, in German and English, four bicycling itineraries (each could be broken into many days), has information on "Rail and Bike" vacations, and offers a free "Discovering Germany by Bicycle" brochure. BicycleGermany.com The basics of bicycling in Germany, with tips on whether to rent a bike or bring your own, and do-it-yourself tour itineraries. Motorcycle Adventures in Scandinavia, Iceland, and the United Kingdom Beautiful pictures and travel tips by my favorite motorcycle riding adventurer... Be sure to sign his guest book! Small Campsites in Germany Why so many biking resources     H I S T O R Y Alemannia Judaica This site details Jewish communities and culture in Germany. It's mostly in German, but using its English information, as well as an online translation program, I was able to find out about the Jewish communities of the area I live now (around Remagen). A sobering site, showing the rich heritage of Jews in the area, and how events like Kristallnacht (in November 1938) happened all over Germany, even in tiny villages. You can use this search function to look up specific cities.

R E L O C A T I O N   & L I V I N G   T H E R E - O N L I N E   R E S O U R C E S Very basic tips for an American moving to Germany The very basic, key points you should know. Includes a listing of key points regarding taking a dog on an international flight (or, in my case, taking two dogs on an airline). Spiegel's Germany Survival Bible A hilarious, insightful and helpful series of articles and editorials about living in Germany, from the country's most respected news magazine. American Citizens Abroad A nonprofit nonpartisan association dedicated to serving and defending the interests of individual US citizens living outside the USA. Lots of info on taxes, and good links to other resources, including those relating to living and working abroad. Expat Page - Information and links of interest to Anglophone expats living in German-speaking Europe Resources for expats, expats-to-be, and former expats, tips for living overseas, life in Germany (and Europe in general), employment sources, moving suggestions, using electrical appliances overseas, telephone tips - and lots of links! Expatriates working and living in Germany Resources for English-speaking expats. The best, most comprehensive and easy to use resource online regarding this subject. How I found just about everything else listed here. Includes information about bringing pets into Germany. If this site no longer works, then visit www.archive.org and you can probably find an archive of the site. Expat Women: Helping Women Living Overseas tapxe a blog about "Moving to and Living in Germany - How to Thrive as an Expat." U.S. Customs Service Go to this site and search for "pets" in the search function for the latest info on bringing your pets back into the USA after you have been gone. Travel.State.Gov By the U.S. State Department. Tips for USA citizens traveling or residing abroad. Frequently updated. Germany Customs Info-Transit of Domestic Animals. Delta Airlines - Pets Policy I traveled to Germany with my dogs via Delta, and this airline was FABULOUS. I highly recommend them. U.S. Embassy in Germany Info on embassies and visa requirements U.S. Library of Congress Country Study - Germany good starting point for learning about the country; includes facts-at-a-glance and sections on history, the economy, and government. soc.culture.german FAQ Frequently Asked Questions and their answers Lonely Planet Guide to Germany Maps, general advice on when to go, overview of events, information about money and costs, suggested attractions, history, culture, tips for getting around, related web links -- but it's NOT substitute for the book, which you definitely should buy if you are moving here! HowToGermany.com Really good stuff here, very helpful, practical information.

 

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