Tipping In Germany - A Complete Guide
Quick Guide
🍽️ Restaurant - 5-15% If No “Bedienung” Fee
🍹 Bar - 5-10% or Round Up
🚕 Taxi - 5-10%
🛎️ Porter/Bellhop - €1-2/Bag
🛏️ Housekeeping - €2-3/Day
📸 Tour Guide - 5-10%
🚽 Attendant - €0.50 or Stated Fee
When it comes to tipping in Germany, consider it a subtle, voluntary nod of appreciation for good service.
Calculate a culturally appropriate restaurant tip for Germany using the calculator below and read on for more detail on tipping in Restaurants, Bars, Taxis, Hotels, etc.
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Tipping in Restaurants
When dining out in Germany, a 5-15% tip or “Trinkgeld” is considered polite (stick to 10% to keep things simple). However, there’s no need for a gratuity if the service was poor.
If a service charge or “Bedienung” fee has been added (less common), then your tip has been included and you don’t need to tip extra (unless you’ve had outstanding service).
Whether you’re paying cash or card, tell your server the total amount you want to pay including your tip (don’t leave cash on the table when you leave).
Tipping in Bars
Whether you’re in a casual or upscale bar/pub, tip 5-10% or round up your bill. In a casual place, leave your tip on the counter or in the tip jar. In a sit-down establishment with table service, tell your server the total amount that you want to pay including your tip.
Tipping Taxi Drivers
A 5-10% tip for a taxi or Uber driver in Germany is considered polite, especially if your driver has gone the extra mile and helped you with luggage or similar.
Tipping The Porter/Bellhop
It’s customary to hand your porter €1-2 per bag, depending on the weight of your luggage.
Tipping Housekeeping
A €2-3 tip for your housekeeper per day is standard. Leave your tip on the pillow or desk with a note of thanks.
Tipping Tour Guides
A 5-10% tip for tour guides in Germany is considered appropriate. Hand your tip directly to your tour guide at the end.
Tipping Bathroom Attendants
Whether you’re using a public restroom or the facilities in an upscale hotel/restaurant, be prepared to pay a bathroom attendant (or turnstile) €0.50 or higher.
Whilst technically a fee and not a tip, this is Germany’s “pay-to-pee” system. Keep ample change on hand.
Which Currency To Use
You’ll only have one option whether you’re paying or tipping in Germany, the Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted but having some cash on hand is a good idea.
Frohe Reise! (Happy travels!) 🇩🇪🍺
