For generations, Germany has been known for engineering, design, and quality products. For those of us who love Germany, there’s nothing better than bringing a bit of the German lifestyle into our own homes. Whether you are looking for a holiday gift, a birthday present, or just a thoughtful token, I’ve gathered some gift ideas inspired by Germany.
These German gifts range from food and clothing to entertainment and lifestyle products, perfect for any German enthusiast in your life – whether or not they’ve traveled to Germany. Every item on this list is a personal pick.
Each year, I revisit and refresh the list for the most unique and thoughtful ideas, and for 2024, I’ve emphasized items made in Germany.
Home & Garden
Deuter Speed Lite 21 Backpack – To say Deuter is popular in Germany is an understatement. The company’s bags are highly popular, ranging from everyday bags to hiking gear. They also make adorable backpacks for kids, perfect for school or travel.
Kaweco Fountain Pen – A fountain pen always adds a touch of class. Kaweco, a brand dating to the late 19th century, offers a wide range of pens in various styles and fun colors. My husband gifted me a mint-colored Kaweco Sport Skyline to match his brass Sport and I love it. It’s a special piece that writes like a dream.
Leuchtturm1917 Journal – For anyone who loves to jot, doodle, sketch, schedule, notate, or simply write, a Leuchtturm1917 journal is a must. The brand’s history goes back over 100 years to the Hamburg area, and their notebooks offer a vast range of options, from pocket-sized grid paper (my favorite) to bullet journals in colorful covers.
Blomus Fraga Scented Candle – A scented candle is always appreciated, and this stylish option from Blomus, a family-run company in North Rhine-Westphalia, features soy wax and comes in a modern concrete container.
Spiegelau Craft Beer Tasting Kit Glasses – Spiegelau has been crafting glassware for over 500 years, bringing unmatched experience to their high-quality crystal barware.
Blomus Sablo Ceramic Stoneware Teapot and pair of tea cups and saucers – This teapot includes a filter for loose or bagged tea, and its modern German design in muted colors adds a touch of elegance to any table. Combine it with a pair of tea cups and saucers. The modern German industrial design in understated colors will undoubtedly be a welcome addition to any table.
Trenkle Quartz Cuckoo Clock Black Forest House with Music, Turning Dancers – Nothing says “Black Forest” like a beautifully made traditional cuckoo clock. A well-made cuckoo clock is an investment, full of quality craftsmanship and tradition. Trenkle Uhren has been crafting these unique timepieces in the Simonswälder Valley since the 1960s, making it a timeless German gift.
Zwitscherbox Sound Therapy Machine with Motion Sensor – The Zwitscherbox is a Made-in-Germany sound machine that plays soothing bird calls, creating a calming environment at home or work.
Römertopf Clay Baker – Since the 1960s, Römertopf has been handmaking clay ovens that can be used for baking bread or roasting meat and vegetables. They offer a variety of natural terra cotta Dutch ovens in different sizes, but this Brick Grillstein (or “brick grilling stone”) is a unique and thoughtful gift for those who love to BBQ.
Philippi Mesh Bowl – Made in Germany, Hamburg-based Philippi’s mesh fruit bowl weighs next to nothing because it’s made of fine powder-coated steel mesh. The bowl is even bendable, giving it an organic flow that makes it a real centerpiece for the kitchen counter.
LEKI Walking Poles – Anyone who has been to Germany has seen the walking poles. People of all ages use them: in the park for a stroll or on trails during hikes. Surprise someone who loves the outdoors with these sturdy, adjustable poles for their next adventure in nature.
Mobius & Ruppert Brass Sharpener – It is amazing how much we take the little things for granted. Made in Erlangen, Germany, Mobius & Ruppert is a family-owned company making pencil sharpeners and rulers since 1922. In our digital world, spoil someone with a quality, precision-made analog item.
Clothing & Accessories
Jet Set Candy Germany Beer Stein Charm – Commemorate a special trip to Germany or an aspiring one with Jet Set Candy’s charming German beer stein charm, perfect for a necklace, charm bracelet, or even a keyring.
FRAAS Cashmink Scarf – German brand Fraas has been in the textile manufacturing business since 1880. Their soft, warm, high-quality scarves make for a special and thoughtful German gift for anyone and any occasion. Fraas is especially known for their cashmink, a play based on the fact that it’s as soft as cashmere but as shiny as mink. I love the made-in-Germany cashmink scarf I have: it looks classy, goes with nearly anything, and keeps me nice and toasty!
Men’s National Team Jersey Home and Away Jersey – While yet another tournament didn’t go quite how we Germany fans wanted this past summer, you still have to support the team. The 2024 team shirt from Adidas includes the eye-catching and popular pink shirt for away games. It’s a must-have for cheering from the sofa.
Liebeskind Berlin Crossbody Bag – Since 2003 Liebeskind Berlin (literally, “Lovechild Berlin”) has been spreading the cool and easy-going style that the German capital is known for. While they may have originally been known for handbags and shoulder bags, as of 2012 they have branched out with a ready-to-wear collection as well as other leather ware. With their line of bags, accessories, clothing, and shoes, Liebeskind Berlin is a perfect and unique German gift for anyone interested in being stylish.
adidas Originals SST Track Jacket – While it’s not high couture, the German sportswear brand adidas is a staple around the world. And there’s nothing more classic than their track jacket with the trademark stripes down the sleeves.
Beauty & Personal Care
Nivea Nourishing Rituals Gift Set – Self-care has been a popular term in recent years. Nivea was founded in Germany more than a century ago with the introduction of a skincare cream. Today, the company is still based in Germany (it’s in Hamburg to be exact) and offers a wide range of products that are all relatively affordable. So treat this German gift to your special someone as an excuse to indulge.
Tabac Original – Spoil a special man in your life with Tabac. Since the 1950s, Mäurer & Wirtz has produced a line of high-quality personal care items from shaving soap to cologne.
No. 4711 by Muelhens – Designed in 1792, 4711 is a traditional Eau de Cologne from Germany and the original Echt Kölnisch Wasser.
Calendars
Host Mi? Kalender 2025 – Learning German is difficult enough but if you or someone you know is looking to improve your Bavarian dialect skills, this calendar will do the trick! Learn some new words with these fun illustrations and definitions.
German Word-A-Day Planner 2025: Ordnung Muss Sein – Know someone looking to learn some German without the hassle? Then help them learn a new German word each day with a daily planner.
Books
Bauhaus Graphic Novel (available in English or German) – This unique Bauhaus graphic novel by Valentina Grande and Sergio Varbella will be a hit with design fans of all ages. And this German gift will also appeal to young adults with a love of anime and illustrated books.
Classic German Baking – This cookbook from Luisa Weiss is full of recipes for all the traditional German baked goods you could dream of. Hopefully, the recipient will share the baked good with you, making this German gift that keeps on giving.
Great Escapes Germany. The Hotel Book – For more than four decades Taschen has been making sophisticated art and coffee table books that are beautiful and rich in content. The Great Escapes series highlights the best places to stay across the country.
Food
Ritter Sport – German sweets are famous around the world for a reason. Gummi bears and marzipan are some of the most beloved. But you really can’t beat good old-fashioned chocolate. Ritter Sport is a household name in Germany and with good reason.
German Cambozola Black Label Cheese – Get a taste of Germany at home – literally with this German cheese gift box.
Dallmayr Ethiopian Crown Coffee Red Gift Tin – Munich-based Dallmayr is known and respected for its high-quality groceries and delicacies. You can visit their cafe for a meal or a pastry and then shop their specialty market. And their coffee is especially popular.
Teekanne Ostfriesen Gold – For my money, Ostfriesen or East Frisian tea is the most German of all the teas. It’s a dark, rich black tea developed on the country’s blustery northern coast along the North Sea. East Frisian tea is an Assam tea that’s similar to breakfast tea. Teekanne is a popular German tea company that you can always count on.
Kids & Games
Steiff My First Teddy Bear – The classics never go out of style. Credited with inventing the Teddy Bear in 1902, Steiff continues to handmake their cuddly bears. Their My First Teddy Bear will surely delight someone special and become a keepsake heirloom.
HABA Basic Building Blocks – Children of all ages will enjoy expressing their creativity and building with these wooden blocks. The set is made of untreated beech from sustainably managed forests in Germany.
Animal Upon Animal – While it might be “for the kids,” this classic stacking game is fun for the entire family. The game challenges players to stack all of their wooden animals before the other players do. But don’t knock it over in the process!
Ravensburger Tropical Waters Jigsaw Puzzle – For over 130 years, Ravensburger has been making puzzles in Germany. Using hand-crafted puzzle die-cutting tools to ensure maximum quality, their puzzles bring friends and family together with a common goal.
Looking for more gift ideas? Check out these gift guides:
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