Germany embraces Tourism for All

A group of four friends, including a person in a wheelchair, enjoying a picnic on a sunny day in front of a historic building with columns and statues on top. They are seated on a blanket with food items like croissants, bananas, and grapes. The atmosphere is cheerful, with everyone smiling and engaging in conversation. Lush green grass and a clear blue sky enhance the vibrant and inclusive setting.
A group of disabled and able-bodied people picnicking in front of the Berlin Historical Museum. PHOTO CREDIT: @GNTB/Jens Wegener

Germany’s Tourism for All initiative, supported by the German government, certifies accessible travel options across Germany. It covers various accommodations, attractions, dining facilities, and more, each independently verified to meet the needs of different disability groups. Whether you’re a wheelchair user, visually impaired, hard of hearing, or have cognitive disabilities, Germany’s travel options are tailored to support a wide array of needs.

Explore with confidence

Visitors can use the Tourism for All database to search for travel options specific to their needs, including wheelchair accessibility, hearing aids, Braille signage, and step-free pathways. The database makes planning easy by providing clear information on hotels, museums, outdoor spaces, and public transportation options that cater to mobility, hearing, and visual needs. For example:

Wheelchair users: Hotels, restaurants, and cultural sites with ramps, elevators, and spacious passageways.

Hearing impairments: Audio induction loops, visual guides, and flashing signals in various attractions.

Visual impairments: Braille information, tactile exhibits, and high-contrast signage to support navigation.

Cognitive disabilities: Easy language information, pictorial signage, and straightforward layouts in several venues.

A group of people standing on a cobblestone street in a European town, with colorful buildings in the background. A woman in the foreground with a cochlear implant and glasses is facing the group, holding a small device. The group, including an older woman with a headset and three younger adults, is smiling and engaging with the woman
PHOTO CREDIT: @GNTB/Jens Wegener

Plan your accessible German adventure

Germany’s accessible travel infrastructure continues to expand, ensuring that every traveller can explore and enjoy its cities, historic sites and natural beauty. Whether you’re captivated by history, art, or nature, Germany offers barrier-free experiences that make this destination truly inclusive for all.

For more information about accessible Germany, visit Germany.travel