Canada holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Canada holiday in North America
Canada is the second-largest country in the world and offers nature in abundance: the Rocky Mountains, Niagara Falls, endless forests, wild coasts, and the Northern Lights. Additionally, there are cosmopolitan cities like Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, the French lifestyle in Quebec, and a friendliness that is proverbial.
Capital
Ottawa
Language
English, French
Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Time zone
UTC-3:30 to -8
Flight time from DE
approx. 8–10 hours
Entry requirements
Passport + eTA
Deals for Canada:
Which hotels in Canada are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Canada — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Hotel Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Montreal, Kanada
Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier
North Vancouver, Kanada
Hotel The Fairmont Waterfront
Vancouver, Kanada
Hotel Pan Pacific
Vancouver, Kanada
Hotel The Fairmont Vancouver
Vancouver, Kanada
Hotel Wickaninnish Inn
Tofino, Kanada
Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier
North Vancouver, Kanada
Hotel The Fairmont Banff Springs
Banff, Kanada
What are the highlights of Canada?
The best-known highlights of Canada include Rocky Mountains, Vancouver, Niagara Falls, Québec City, Northern Lights (Yukon & NWT).
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Rocky Mountains
Banff and Jasper National Park: turquoise lakes, glaciers, bears, and the most beautiful mountain road in the world.
Vancouver
Mountains, ocean, and metropolis combined: Stanley Park, Granville Island, and skiing at Grouse Mountain.
Niagara Falls
The most famous waterfalls in the world – the Canadian side offers the better view.
Québec City
A piece of France in North America: cobblestones, Château Frontenac, and crêpes.
Northern Lights (Yukon & NWT)
Whitehorse and Yellowknife are among the best Northern Lights spots in the world.
Hotels in Canada
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When is the best time to visit Canada?
The best time to visit Canada is June–September (summer), Jan–Mar (ski/Northern Lights). In summer: 18–30°C. In winter: -20–0°C.
Recommended travel time
June–September (summer), Jan–Mar (ski/Northern Lights)
Summer
18–30°C
Winter
-20–0°C
How much does a holiday in Canada cost?
A holiday in Canada costs roughly 70–100€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 100–180€ mid-range and 180–400€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
70–100€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
100–180€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
180–400€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Canada?
From Germany you reach Canada in approx. 8–10 hours.
What travel tips are there for Canada?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Icefields Parkway (Banff-Jasper) is one of the most beautiful roads in the world
Parks Canada annual pass is worth it for multiple national park visits
Buy bear spray at outdoor stores for hikes in the Rockies
Montreal has excellent bagels – better than New York (say the Canadians)
Tip 15-20% as is customary in the USA
What do people eat in Canada?
Typical dishes in Canada are Poutine, Maple Syrup, Nanaimo Bars, Butter Tarts, Smoked Meat, Tourtière.
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Which regions and places in Canada are worth visiting?
9 regions, cities and highlights in Canada
Cities
Banff
Banff is the jewel of the Canadian Rocky Mountains — a small mountain town nestled in the oldest national park in Canada, surrounded by turquoise glacial lakes, snow-capped peaks, …
Calgary
Calgary is the largest city in the Canadian province of Alberta and the gateway to the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The metropolis at the confluence of the Bow River and Elbow River …
Edmonton
Edmonton is the gateway to the Canadian Rocky Mountains and the northernmost major city in North America with over a million residents — a city that shines with surprising …
Jasper
Jasper is the wild, untouched soul of the Canadian Rocky Mountains — larger, quieter, and wilder than its famous neighbor Banff, with a wilderness that still looks as it did …
Montreal
Montreal is the largest city in the Canadian province of Quebec and the second-largest French-speaking city in the world after Paris. The metropolis is located on an island in the …
Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada's capital at the confluence of the Ottawa River, Rideau River, and Rideau Canal, surprises with a mix of political significance, nature, and bilingual charm. The …
Québec City
Québec City, the cradle of French culture in North America, is the only fortified city north of Mexico and a place that feels like a piece of Europe has been transplanted into …
Toronto
Toronto is the largest city in Canada with over 2.9 million inhabitants and the economic center of the country. The metropolis on the northwest shore of Lake Ontario is one of the …
Vancouver
Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world — nestled between the snow-capped peaks of the Coast Mountains and the shimmering Pacific, the metropolis on Canada's …
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How do I plan a holiday in Canada?
Canada is one of the most popular travel destinations in North America, offering Nature, Adventure, Northern Lights and much more. The best time to visit Canada is June–September (summer), Jan–Mar (ski/Northern Lights), when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 70–100€ (Budget) to 180–400€ (Luxury), Canada is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Ottawa, Canada can be excellently explored. The official language is English, French, and the currency is Canadian Dollar (CAD). From Germany, you can reach Canada in approx. 8–10 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Poutine, Maple Syrup, Nanaimo Bars, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Canada has something for every type of traveller.
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