Here is some Oberammergau Practical Information and tips to help you as you plan your trip to this city in the German state of Bavaria.

Driving to and around Oberammergau

Before arriving to Germany, it is a good idea to apply for an international driver's permit at your country of origin. Having this special permit will allow you not only to save time when renting a car, but also to qualify for special rates of insurance plans. Among the closest cities toOberammergau is Munich (less than two hours), which is quite convenient because it has one of the major airports in Germany.

When driving around the world famous German speedways, pay attention to the signs that indicate the beginning and ending of no speed limit zones. It is a common mistake to think that all of the speedway has no speed limit. Only certain zones don't have speed restrictions. Please be careful to respect the these traffic signs because if you break the law, you will receive a ticket via mail. This ticket will be held against you even if you travel outside of Europe.

Parking around Oberammergau is limited, so it is best to leave your car parked at your hotel as frequently as possible. Distances within Oberammergau are not lengthy, so most of the year you can just walk around or rent a bike.

Save Money with Hostelling International

It is a good idea to apply for a membership at the local office of Hostelling International in your country because it will give you access to plenty of discounts and specials offers, not only in Oberammergau but in all of Europe.

Having a Hostelling International membership card will provide you a better rate at the Hostel Oberammergau. This hostel is located on the Malensteinweg Street #10 and you can make reservations at +49-8822-4114. The Hostel Oberammergau fits 136 guests. Be aware that hostels in Germany have communal bathrooms and strict schedules for breakfast service. Also, this hostel offers nearby recreation areas for hiking, walking, jogging, swimming and skiing (when in season).

Read The Every Pilgrim's Guide To Oberammergau And Its Passion Play

This paperback book by British author, Michael Counsell, offers not only a very detailed guide to the world famous Passion of the Christ play presented in Oberammergau every year, but also provides useful tips and maps to make your Oberammergau more enjoyable. This book is available at several online book retailers such as Amazon.