German citizens can enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days. You need: Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond the end of your trip. K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization): Since 2021, visa-free travelers must apply for an electronic travel authorization before entry. Online at k-

The currency is the South Korean Won (₩ / KRW). Exchange rate (as of 2026): approx. 1 € ≈ 1,420 ₩. Payment South Korea is much more card-friendly than Japan — credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are accepted almost everywhere: restaurants, convenience stores, taxis, markets. Contactless payment (NFC) w

T-money card — your everyday tool

The T-money card is your most important everyday tool in Korea — a rechargeable prepaid card for metro, bus, taxi, and convenience stores. Purchase & Recharge Purchase: At any convenience store (CU, GS25, 7-Eleven) or at the airport for ₩2,500 (~1.75 €). Also available as a "Korea Tour Card" s

Jjimjilbang — Korea's bathhouse culture

A Jjimjilbang (찜질방) is much more than a bathhouse — it's Korea's social hub, wellness center, accommodation option, and cultural experience all in one. Multi-story facilities with hot pools, saunas, steam rooms, sleeping areas, restaurants, karaoke, and sometimes even cinemas. How It Works Entry:

Remove shoes — the no-shoe culture

In Korea, you remove your shoes when entering: Private homes: Always — the home is treated as a clean space. Temples: In all buildings (not on the outdoor grounds). Traditional restaurants: When sitting on the floor (Ondol) — recognizable by the raised entrance area with a shoe rack. Hanok guesthou

Korean drinking culture has clear rules — knowing them opens doors and hearts: Never pour for yourself: Always pour for others. When your glass is empty, someone will pour for you. Two-handed: Hold the bottle with both hands when pouring (or with one hand and the other on the elbow/forearm). Turn a

Internet & WiFi — the fastest in the world

South Korea has the fastest internet in the world — 5G coverage everywhere, free WiFi in every metro station, every bus, every café, and even in mountain huts at 1,500 meters altitude. For travelers, there are three options: Options for Mobile Internet eSIM (recommended): Purchase online in advanc

Safety — one of the safest countries in the world

South Korea is one of the safest travel destinations in the world — the crime rate is extremely low, and violent attacks on tourists are practically unheard of. You can walk through any street in Seoul at night without fear. Safety Tips Theft: Rare — Koreans leave their laptops and phones in cafés

Hangul — the ingenious alphabet

Hangul (한글) was invented in 1443 by King Sejong the Great — with the goal of enabling every Korean to read. It is not a character system like Chinese, but a true alphabet with 14 consonants and 10 vowels, which are combined into syllable blocks. The Basic Consonants CharacterSoundMnemonic ㄱg/kLik

Important Korean Phrases

Koreans are immensely pleased when tourists can speak a few words of Korean. These phrases will get you through everyday life: Basics GermanKoreanPronunciation Hello안녕하세요An-nyeong-ha-se-yo Thank you감사합니다Gam-sa-ham-ni-da You're welcome천만에요Cheon-ma-ne-yo Sorry죄송합니다Choe-song-ham-ni-da Yes네Ne No아니요A-

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Travel Guide South Korea

Your complete travel guide to the Land of Morning Calm

Capital:Seoul

Language:Korean (Hangul)

Currency:South Korean Won (₩ / KRW)

Entry:Visa-free 90 days (K-ETA)

Best Travel Time:April–May & Sept–Nov

Flight Time:10 – 11 hours

Last updated: 11 March 2026 · 12 Chapters · 58 Sections

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Chapter 1

Welcome to South Korea

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Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

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Seoul

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Regions & Islands

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Understanding· 5 Chapters

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History of South Korea

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Seoul

The vibrant capital — 10 million people, five Joseon palaces, K-Pop temples, legendary street food, and nightlife that never sleeps. Between skyscrapers and 600-year-old Hanok houses.

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Busan

Korea's casual port city — Dream beaches, the country's largest fish market, pastel-colored hillside villages, and temples right by the sea. Seoul's relaxed counterpart.

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Regions & Islands

Jeju Island with its volcano and female divers, Gyeongju as an open-air museum, the Seoraksan National Park, and Jeonju — Korea's Bibimbap capital. Plus: The DMZ at the border with North Korea.

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Daten: Wikidata

Einwohner: 51.628.117(2022)
Fläche: 100.295 km²
Hauptstadt: Seoul
Währung: südkoreanischer Won, Korean mun
Amtssprache: Koreanisch, Koreanische Gebärdensprache
Vorwahl: +82
Zeitzone: Korea Standard Time
Gegründet: 1948-08-15

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