Epcot Hats Around the World, Germany Tips.

One of my favourite places to go at Disney is Epcot and one of my favourite countries at Epcot is Germany with its beautiful with cobbled streets and bavarian style buildings. There is so much you can do in the Germany showcase so here is my guide to Epcot Hats Around the World, Germany Tips.

You can not miss this World showcase! Some of us were very eager to visit Germany for a nice cold beer, we had heard this was the best place for a pitstop. We were fading fast in the heat so we had a beer first followed by a search for hats.

Everthing you need to know about exploring Germany at Epcot and must do in the Germany pavilion

Stepping in to the World Showcase’s Germany pavilion area you are transported in to a Bavarian cobblestoned German plaza. In the stunning plaza there is a Fountain with a statue of St george slaying a dragon and on the clock tower is a Glockenspiel where two figures come out and chime on the hour. There are hanging baskets of flowers and pretty painted decorations on the walls it really is a delight.

The architecture of the area comes from different areas of German areas and you are transported in to  German village and Oktoberfest. There are various architectural buildings such as a replica of the medieval castle and Bavarian style clock towers and fountains. There is even a miniature German model village to explore.

Tip, Say “Guten Tag” to the cast members remember you are in Germany.

Food and drink at the Germany World case area.

The Germany Showcase is mainly known for its food, beer and authentic souvenir shops and there is plenty of choice.

• Tip, Just before you reach Germany stop at the Outpost for a go on the bongos!

There are a few German traditional restaurants in the German area of Epcot that sell food and snacks:

•  The Biergarten Restaurant – is a german buffet serving traditional german fare such as bratwurst and pork schnitzel. Wash it all down with a german beer or wine whilst listening to the oompah band.
• The Sommerfest – is a quick service counter where you can pick up a cold beer, a pretzel or even some apple strudel.
• Bier Cart – for pretzels and German bier
• Karamell-Küche – is a shop and a real working kitchen for Werthers! Here you can get candy caramel delights of all sorts!

• Tip – A special real Oktoberfest Celebration takes place each October in Epcot’s Germany.

Attractions, shops and rides in Germany at Epcot

There is no attraction or ride in Germany but there are nine shops! With so much choice you will surly find your typical German souvenir here. You will find these traditional German shops in the Germany area of Epcot:

• Glaskunst shop for fine crystal and etched steins. 
• Der Teddybär (The Teddybear) for German stieff bears and Rapunzel and Snow-white dolls.
• Karamell-Küche If you love caramel step inside and take in the sights and smells of this amazing shop. It features freshly made sweet treats and different Werther’s treats
• Weinkeller where you will tep into an “Old World” cellar stocked with over 250 German wines and a selection of German beers
• Kunstarbeit in Kristall for decorative and expensive crystal and glassware. Here you will find some of Disney’s most expensive items in this crystal shop.
• Die Weihnachts Ecke Is a traditional christmas and holiday shop. They also sell other merchandise like German traditional dress and Mickey and Minnie bits.
• Stein Haus (Stone House) Shop selling German gifts and beer tankers

• Tip, Check out Glaskunst where you may see some Glass blowing in action.

• Character tip, Meet  Snow White at the German wishing well.
• Tip, don’t forget to get the kids to colour and get Duffy the Disney Bear stamped in Germany at the Kidcot stop.
• Catch the Margret Almer and the Bavarian Band at the front of the showcase performing everyday.
• Tip, don’t forget to check out the beautiful miniature village and railway in Germany.
• Tip, Look for Pascal on the street art in Germany

Tips for making the best of Epcot

• The best way to get into Epcot early is to book a breakfast before the park even opens
• Get there early for “Rope Drop” which is the or park opening
• Use the second lesser known entrance at through the World Showcase called the International Gateway.
• The world showcase entrance is acessed via the Boardwalk. So guests staying at the Swan and Dolphin hotels, the Yacht Club and the Beach Club can walk to the park from here. You can get to this entrance if you are stayaing at one of these hotels or you eat breakfast there before your day. You can also get the bus to a hotel or take the Skyliner direct to the entrance.
• Visit the world showcase during the day as well as the night time as many things change from day to night.
• Make a reservation at a restaurant so you can see the evening fireworks at a restaurant with a view of World Showcase Lagoon. Restaurants with great views include the Rose and Crown pub, Les Chefs de France, La Hacienda de San Angel or Tokyo Dining.
• Don’t forget to check the Disney app for  wait times and book your restaurants.

Thank you for visiting Epcot Hats Around the World, Germany Tips.. I hope you come back for our next visit to  Italy!

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