Edinburgh at a Glance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Scotland (part of the United Kingdom) |
| Population | approx. 530,000 (city), 900,000 (metropolitan area) |
| Language | English (with Scottish accent!), Scots, Gaelic |
| Currency | British Pound (£) — also Scottish banknotes in circulation |
| Time Zone | GMT (UTC±0) — 1 hour behind Germany |
| Electricity | 230V, Type G — British plug, adapter needed! |
| Drinking Water | Excellent — Scottish tap water is superb |
| Telephone Code | +44 (Edinburgh: 0131) |
| Visa | EU citizens: Passport required (since Brexit, no ID card!) |
| Left-Hand Traffic | Yes — look RIGHT when crossing the street! |
| Scottish Pound Notes | Valid throughout the UK, but sometimes viewed skeptically in England |
Achtung
Since Brexit, you need a PASSPORT as an EU citizen to enter the UK — the ID card has not been accepted since October 2021! Check your passport's validity before traveling.
