Service and VAT are included in the menu price in restaurants and bars across Germany but it is usual to round up to the nearest full Euro.
By the way, it’s not done to leave tips on the table – give them directly to the waiter or waitress!
In taxis, as before, tipping isn’t required but most round up the fare to the nearest Euro. Don’t tip more than 10 percent.
Tipping is expected in hotels. Porters may expect €1-3 ($1.32 – 3.9) per bag and your housekeeper €3-5 ($3.9 – 6.6) per night for good service.
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