e-Visa (recommended) Germans, Austrians, and Swiss need a visa for Cambodia. The easiest option is the e-Visa, which you apply for online: Website: evisa.gov.kh (official site — beware of third-party sites that charge extra fees!) Cost: 36 USD (30 USD visa + 6 USD processing fee) Validity: 30 days

The Dual Currency System Cambodia has one of the most unusual currency situations in the world: There is a national currency (Riel, KHR), but in everyday life, almost everything is paid for in US dollars. Both currencies circulate in parallel: US dollars: Accepted everywhere — hotels, restaurants,

Health & Vaccinations

Vaccinations No mandatory vaccinations for entry from Germany. Recommended are: Standard vaccinations: Tetanus, diphtheria, polio, measles (get boosters) Hepatitis A: Strongly recommended (transmission through food/water) Hepatitis B: Recommended for longer stays Typhoid: Recommended for travel to

General Safety Cambodia is generally safe for tourists. Violent crime against foreigners is rare. What does occur: Pickpocketing: In Phnom Penh (Riverside, markets) and Siem Reap (Pub Street). Wear your backpack in front, don't keep your phone in the outer pocket. Bag snatching: In Phnom Penh, moto

Internet & Communication

SIM Card & Mobile Data A local SIM card is dirt cheap and indispensable: Providers: Smart (best network, recommended), Cellcard (good coverage), Metfone (cheapest rates) Price: 1–3 USD for the SIM + 2–5 USD for 5–15 GB data (30 days) Purchase: At the airport (counter right after baggage claim), in

Clothing Cambodia is hot and humid — light, breathable clothing is a must: Angkor Temples: Shoulders and knees MUST be covered (checked!). Light long pants and a T-shirt. No miniskirts, no tank tops. Pagodas: Same rules as temples. Remove shoes when entering. Beach: Bikini/swim trunks at the beach

Khmer is the official language of Cambodia. It has 74 letters — the longest alphabet in the world (Guinness record). The script looks like art to Western eyes. Khmer is a non-tonal language (unlike Thai or Vietnamese), which makes pronunciation somewhat easier. In tourist areas, you can get by with

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Travel Guide Cambodia

Your complete travel guide to the land of temples

Capital:Phnom Penh

Language:Khmer

Currency:US Dollar + Riel (KHR)

Best Travel Time:November–April

Flight Time:~11 hours from DE

Visa:e-Visa (36 USD)

Last updated: 11 March 2026 · 11 Chapters · 47 Sections

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Classic Cambodia Tour

14 days

The grand tour that connects the capital, coast, colonial charm, and the temples of Angkor. Perfect for first-time visitors.

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Angkor Intensive

5 days

For temple enthusiasts: Experience Angkor in depth, including the remote temples and a visit to Tonle Sap Lake.

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Coast & Islands

7 days

Beach, pepper, and seafood: The tropical coast of Cambodia with the most beautiful islands in the Gulf of Thailand.

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Off the Beaten Path

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The unknown northeast: Irrawaddy dolphins, elephant projects, primeval forests, and indigenous villages. For adventurers seeking the real Cambodia.

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All Chapters

Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Cambodia

6 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

3 Sections

Regions· 5 Chapters

Chapter 3

Siem Reap & Angkor

6 Sections · 1 Walking Tour

Chapter 4

Phnom Penh

5 Sections

Chapter 5

Southern Coast & Islands

6 Sections

Chapter 6

Battambang & Northwest

5 Sections

Chapter 7

Mondulkiri & Ratanakiri

3 Sections

Understanding· 2 Chapters

Chapter 8

Land & People

3 Sections

Chapter 9

Food & Drink

3 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 10

Practical A–Z

6 Sections

Chapter 11

Khmer Phrasebook

1 Sections

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Siem Reap & Angkor

The legendary temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm — the largest religious structure in the world and Cambodia's absolute highlight.

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Phnom Penh

The vibrant capital at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap — Royal Palace, moving memorials of the Khmer Rouge, and burgeoning nightlife.

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Southern Coast & Islands

Tropical islands with powder-sugar beaches, the charming Kampot with its pepper plantations, and the beach town of Sihanoukville as a gateway to the Koh Rong islands.

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