Shopping in Germany

One of the best cities in Germany to shop around in is without a doubt, Frankfurt. There are various areas where stores and shops abound.

• The most important are those selling furs and antiquities; crystal ware and photographic and optical goods are also great options.

• Düsseldorf, fashion and design centre, features "Kö" boulevard. The Königsallee is one of the largest and grandest avenues in Germany , lined with chestnut trees and all sorts of boutiques. All haute couture fashion houses have one of their boutiques on the Kö, one of the most expensive shopping avenues in the country.

• The "löden" coat, very similar to the famous Austrian article of clothing, is typical of the Bavarian region.

• In Berlin you can usually find almost anything, although prices are usually quite high. The German capital has several department stores such as the Kurfürstendamm , with over 1,000 stores especially catering for international label clothing.

• In the old East Berlin area you will be sure to find interesting local crafts, as well as those from nearby countries, such as Poland or Russia.