Euro 2024: Your Essential Guide

Euro 2024: Your Essential Guide

When and Where?

Euro 2024 kicks off in Munich on Friday, June 14, and ends with the final in Berlin on Sunday, July 14.

Who’s Qualified?

England, Scotland, Poland, Georgia, and Ukraine have qualified for the tournament.

Key Questions and Answers

Q: How can I get to Germany?

A: Many people will take cars across, and the Dover-Dunkirk or Harwich-Hook of Holland ferries are probably best. There’s also a wide choice of flights on budget airlines from across England and Scotland to Germany.

Q: How can I get around Germany?

A: German Railways has a vast, high-density network, with low fares if you don’t take the fastest expresses. All ticket holders will get 36 hours of free local transport around each match.

Q: Where can I stay?

A: Demand for rooms in and near host venues is rising – along with prices. For many fans, Germany is extremely accessible.

Q: What about tickets?

A: All group match tickets have been sold, and the Uefa resale platform has now closed. Tickets reserved for knock-out stage matches will be sold during the tournament upon the qualification of the teams for the respective matches.

Q: What are the best cities to visit?

A: This guide focuses on the England and Scotland host cities, in order of their matches. But the best of the rest follow, including Munich, Gelsenkirchen, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and Berlin.

The Best of the Rest

Munich:

The Bavarian capital is the favorite German city for many travelers. Visit the Altstadt (old town), Marienplatz, St. Peter’s Church, and the Hofbräuhaus.

Gelsenkirchen:

The industrial archaeology is remarkable, with much of the former Zollverein coal mine handed back to nature – and visitors. And the German Football Museum is just minutes away in Dortmund.

Cologne:

A city designed for walking. Start by climbing the bell tower of the Dom (cathedral); visit the Museum Ludwig, and enjoy the local Kölsch beer.

Frankfurt:

Europe’s financial hub is far more rewarding than you might imagine. It has a traditionally restored old town, Goethe’s House, and the Main Tower.

Stuttgart:

Feel different to many other German cities: with hilly surroundings and a sense of space. Top attraction: the Mercedes-Benz Museum.

Berlin:

The scars of the division of the German capital are still evident. Visit the Palace of Tears, the German Football Museum, and the Church of St. Nicholas.

Hamburg:

One of Germany’s most rewarding cities owes much of its beauty to the Rhine. Take the Weisse Flotte €20 Panorama-Fahrt to appreciate the setting and learn more about the monuments.

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