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Germany

15 scams

As the largest country in central Europe, Germany has inspired Europe’s historical influences, cuisine and architecture. Further, it is also one of the most modern and safest countries in Europe.

That said, there are still some common European tourist targeted scams around to be wary of.

Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared.

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Berlin Brandenburg Gate

Petition charity scam in Germany

7 2

How it works: Opening: gypsies carrying clipboards asks you to sign a petition. Set-up: it is pre-filled with signatures and donation amounts for a deaf and mute organization. If you…

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Shell game in Berlin

Ball and cup scam in Germany

7 0

How it works: Opening: a ball is hidden under 1 of 3 cups and shuffled around. Guess the cup with the ball to win. Set-up: the crowd here are from the…

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Ticket inspector at Berlin Hauptbahnhof Station

Fake train ticket inspectors in Germany

4 1

How it works: Fake ticket inspectors with fake badges accuse you of having an invalid ticket and issue you a fine to be paid on the spot. Places to beware:…

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Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie scams in Germany

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How it works: Scam 1: actors posing as soldiers will get you to take a photo with them, then charge you €3 per person for it. If you use any…

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Reeperbahn

Club, bar scams in Germany

4 1

How it works: Bar: bar girls ordering expensive lady drinks (diluted drinks) on your tab. Club: a street tout tells you it is only €50 to see a girl dance…

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Berlin Railway Station

Fake train station attendants in Germany

4 1

How it works: Situation: before boarding a train, you have to validate your ticket by stamping it in a machine on the platform. Version 1: scammers exploit tourists’ unfamiliarity with…

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Taxis in Germany

Berlin Tegel Airport taxi scams in Germany

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How it works: Opening: there are drivers who break off from the regular queue to solicit customers (illegal). Version 1: quoting you an inflated fare or adding fees undisclosed at…

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Oktoberfest, Munich

Drink spiking in Germany

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How it works: Past cases have been reported at bars, festivals such as Oktoberfest as well as at Christmas markets. Places to beware: Berlin Cologne Hamburg Munich What to do:…

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Beggar in Germany

Fake beggars in Germany

2 2

How it works: Beggars here are professionals and belong to syndicates (from Eastern Europe generally). Don’t believe the “disabled” looking beggars as well as pitiful looking kids. Places to beware:…

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Christmas Market in Frankfurt

Pickpockets in Germany

2 3

How it works: Version 1: they work in a gang – one onlooker, one blocks, pushes, distracts, or engages you, one grabs and the final hides the loot under a…

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