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<div>[[Image:Pooh hitching in nz.JPG|thumb|250px|right|Jim in [[New Zealand]]]]<br />
'''Your appearance''' '''is''' important when hitchhiking!<br />
<br />
== Clothes ==<br />
<br />
The first and most important details are the '''clothes''' you wear. Try to wear '''bright colored''', well visible clothes. This is extremely important during the night or in bad weather, but also during sunshine. A Yellow or Orange Shirt/Pullover/Jacket works best. If you don't want to spent much money on new gear, a '''reflective warning vest''' pulled over your jacket will perfectly do the job. This is also extremely important while walking on a dangerous road trying to find a good spot. <br />
<br />
Obviously there is a difference between hitching in Spain in the summer and in Scandinavia during wintertime. Nevertheless, it is often smart to buy some '''good outdoor stuff'''. It is light and dries very fast. There is nothing worse than a '''wet jeans''' or '''cotton'''-shirt if it's bellow 10°C. Plus, you can wash it and it dries fast. '''Outdoor wear''' differs a lot in the degree it adopts smell. You can wear some for days without smelling, others stink after two hours hiking. <br />
<br />
Hitch hiking is an outdoor sport and it pays off to '''wear good shoes'''. They might not be best for dancing when you reach your destination, but it is important while walking along the road. You will need to cross rocky areas, puddles, mud, snow etc. Sometimes you have to be quick and step off the road due to big trucks etc. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid dark''' or military clothes, they do not create a lot of trustfulness. Looking too much like a colorful hippie will possibly scare other drivers off. Take off your hat (unless it's a really funny one), don't wear gloves, open your jacket, even though you might freeze. <br />
<br />
== Looks ==<br />
<br />
Show '''both your hands''' and, if possible, forearms. '''Don't''' wear a '''hat or sunglasses'''. <br />
<br />
'''Your mood''' is very relevant. So always be happy, or at least pretend to and '''keep smiling'''. This will get you a ride much faster, than if you're looking tired and unmotivated.<br />
<br />
As a guy, try to shave before you hit the road. It'll reduce your waiting time.<br />
When hitchhiking in foreign countries it might pay off to look like a foreigner.<br />
<br />
== Hygiene ==<br />
<br />
You are more likely to be picked up when you look somewhat decent and clean. Wear '''fast drying, easy to wash clothes''', avoid cotton. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid stinking!''' This might not be the easiest part while hitch-hiking on long distances, but remember: '''You are not the last hitch hiker this driver might pass!''' Having a stinky passenger in his car will make the driver think twice before picking up someone again. This will make it easier for the whole hitch-hiking community! Carry a second gear with you, '''wash your clothes regularly''', use fast drying gear. Some outdoor gear adopts smell faster than others, ask in the store or inform yourself before buying. <br />
<br />
Use '''deodorants'''. Clean your shoes of mud before hitch hiking (not in front of the eyes of the driver). <br />
<br />
== Behavior ==<br />
<br />
'''Look''' the approaching driver '''in the eyes! Smile!''' <br />
<br />
As a Girl, don't behave and look too salacious. This might give a wrong impression. <br />
<br />
If you've been waiting a long time it might be good to do something funny, like waving at random cars, or play some small musical instrument.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>[[Image:Pooh hitching in nz.JPG|thumb|250px|right|Jim in [[New Zealand]]]]<br />
'''Your appearance''' '''is''' important when hitchhiking!<br />
<br />
== Clothes ==<br />
<br />
The first and most important details are the '''clothes''' you wear. Try to wear '''bright colored''', well visible clothes. This is extremely important during the night or in bad weather, but also during sunshine. A Yellow or Orange Shirt/Pullover/Jacket works best. If you don't want to spent much money on new gear, a '''reflective warning vest''' pulled over your jacket will perfectly do the job. This is also extremely important while walking on a dangerous road trying to find a good spot. <br />
<br />
Obviously there is a difference between hitching in Spain in the summer and in Scandinavia during wintertime. Nevertheless, it is often smart to buy some '''good outdoor stuff'''. It is light and dries very fast. There is nothing worse than a '''wet jeans''' or '''cotton'''-shirt if it's bellow 10°C. Plus, you can wash it and it dries fast. '''Outdoor wear''' differs a lot in the degree it adopts smell. You can wear some for days without smelling, others stink after two hours hiking. <br />
<br />
Hitch hiking is an outdoor sport and it pays off to '''wear good shoes'''. They might not be best for dancing when you reach your destination, but it is important while walking along the road. You will need to cross rocky areas, puddles, mud, snow etc. Sometimes you have to be quick and step off the road due to big trucks etc. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid dark''' or military clothes, they do not create a lot of trustfulness. Looking too much like a colorful hippie will possibly scare other drivers off. Take off your hat (unless it's a really funny one), don't wear gloves, open your jacket, even though you might freeze. <br />
<br />
== Looks ==<br />
<br />
Show '''both your hands''' and, if possible, forearms. '''Don't''' wear a '''hat or sunglasses'''. <br />
<br />
'''Your mood''' is very relevant. So always be happy, or at least pretend to and '''keep smiling'''. This will get you a ride much faster, than if you're looking tired and unmotivated.<br />
<br />
As a guy, try to shave before you hit the road. It'll reduce your waiting time.<br />
When hitchhiking in foreign countries it might pay off to look like a foreigner.<br />
<br />
== Hygiene ==<br />
<br />
You are more likely to be picked up when you look somewhat decent and clean. Wear '''fast drying, easy to wash clothes''', avoid cotton. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid stinking!''' This might not be the easiest part while hitch-hiking on long distances, but remember: '''You are not the last hitch hiker this driver might pass!''' Having a stinky passenger in his car will make the driver think twice before picking up someone again. This will make it easier for the whole hitch-hiking community! Carry a second gear with you, '''wash your clothes regularly''', use fast drying gear. Some outdoor gear adopts smell faster than others, ask in the store or inform yourself before buying. <br />
<br />
Use '''deodorants'''. Clean your shoes of mud before hitch hiking (not in front of the eyes of the driver). <br />
<br />
== Behavior ==<br />
<br />
'''Look''' the approaching driver '''in the eyes'''! '''Smile!''' <br />
<br />
As a Girl, don't behave and look too salacious. This might give a wrong impression. <br />
<br />
If you've been waiting a long time it might be good to do something funny, like waving at random cars, or play some small musical instrument.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>[[Image:Pooh hitching in nz.JPG|thumb|250px|right|Jim in [[New Zealand]]]]<br />
'''Your appearance''' '''is''' important when hitchhiking!<br />
<br />
== Clothes ==<br />
<br />
The first and most important details are the '''clothes''' you wear. Try to wear '''bright colored''', well visible clothes. This is extremely important during the night or in bad weather, but also during sunshine. A Yellow or Orange Shirt/Pullover/Jacket works best. If you don't want to spent much money on new gear, a '''reflective warning vest''' pulled over your jacket will perfectly do the job. This is also extremely important while walking on a dangerous road trying to find a good spot.<br />
<br />
Obviously there is a difference between hitching in Spain in the summer and in Scandinavia during wintertime. Nevertheless, it is often smart to buy some '''good outdoor stuff'''. It is light and dries very fast. There is nothing worse than a '''wet jeans''' or '''cotton'''-shirt if it's bellow 10°C. Plus, you can wash it and it dries fast. '''Outdoor wear''' differs a lot in the degree it adopts smell. You can wear some for days without smelling, others stink after two hours hiking. <br />
<br />
Hitch hiking is an outdoor sport and it pays off to '''wear good shoes'''. They might not be best for dancing when you reach your destination, but it is important while walking along the road. You will need to cross rocky areas, puddles, mud, snow etc. Sometimes you have to be quick and step off the road due to big trucks etc. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid dark''' or military clothes, they do not create a lot of trustfulness. Looking too much like a colorful hippie will possibly scare other drivers off. Take off your hat (unless it's a really funny one), don't wear gloves, open your jacket, even though you might freeze. <br />
<br />
== Looks ==<br />
<br />
Show '''both your hands''' and, if possible, forearms. '''Don't''' wear a '''hat''' or '''sunglasses'''. <br />
<br />
'''Your mood''' is very relevant. So always be happy, or at least pretend to and '''keep smiling'''. This will get you a ride much faster, than if you're looking tired and unmotivated.<br />
<br />
As a guy, try to shave before you hit the road. It'll reduce your waiting time.<br />
When hitchhiking in foreign countries it might pay off to look like a foreigner. <br />
<br />
== Hygiene ==<br />
<br />
You are more likely to be picked up when you look somewhat decent and clean. Wear '''fast drying, easy to wash clothes''', avoid cotton. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid stinking!''' This might not be the easiest part while hitch-hiking on long distances, but remember: '''You are not the last hitch hiker this driver might pass!''' Having a stinky passenger in his car will make the driver think twice before picking up someone again. This will make it easier for the whole hitch-hiking community! Carry a second gear with you, '''wash your clothes regularly''', use fast drying gear. Some outdoor gear adopts smell faster than others, ask in the store or inform yourself before buying. <br />
<br />
Use '''deodorants'''. Clean your shoes of mud before hitch hiking (not in front of the eyes of the driver). <br />
<br />
== Behavior ==<br />
<br />
'''Look''' the approaching driver '''in the eyes'''! '''Smile!''' <br />
<br />
As a Girl, don't behave and look too salacious. This might give a wrong impression. <br />
<br />
If you've been waiting a long time it might be good to do something funny, like waving at random cars, or play some small musical instrument.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>[[Image:Pooh hitching in nz.JPG|thumb|250px|right|Jim in [[New Zealand]]]]<br />
'''Looks''' ''are'' important when hitchhiking.<br />
<br />
== Clothes ==<br />
<br />
The first and most important details are the '''clothes''' you wear. Try to wear '''bright colored''', well visible clothes. This is extremely important during the night or in bad weather, but also during sunshine. A Yellow or Orange Shirt/Pullover/Jacket works best. If you don't want to spent much money on new gear, a '''reflective warning vest''' pulled over your jacket will perfectly do the job. <br />
<br />
Obviously there is a difference between hitching in Spain in the summer and in Scandinavia during wintertime. Nevertheless, it is often smart to buy some '''good outdoor stuff'''. It is light and dries very fast. There is nothing worse than a '''wet jeans''' or '''cotton'''-shirt if it's bellow 10°C. Plus, you can wash it and it dries fast. '''Outdoor wear''' differs a lot in the degree it adopts smell. You can wear some for days without smelling, others stink after two hours hiking. <br />
<br />
'''Avoid dark''' or military clothes, they do not create a lot of trustfulness. Looking too much like a colorful hippie will possibly scare other drivers off. Take off your hat (unless it's a really funny one), don't wear gloves, open your jacket, even though you might freeze. <br />
<br />
== Appearance ==<br />
<br />
As a guy, try to shave before you hit the road. It'll reduce your waiting time.<br />
When hitchhiking in foreign countries it might pay off to look like a foreigner. <br />
<br />
Your mood is also very relevant. So always be happy, or at least pretend to and keep smiling. This will get you a ride much faster, than if you're looking tired and unmotivated.<br />
<br />
If you've been waiting a long time it might be good to do something funny, like waving at random cars, or play some small musical instrument.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>[[Image:IMG 5392.JPG|thumb|250px|right|[[Tiziano]] hitching from [[Berlin]] to [[Munich]]]]<br />
'''Germany''' is a great country for hitchhiking. Just make sure you get on the ''Autobahn'' (motorway)! There it is best to get to a ''Raststätte'' (service area) where drivers can legally stop and get from one to another. You will often find maps with the motorways and the service areas along them.<br />
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In Germany there are no speed limits on many highways. So you might first want to try to get a ride with fast cars before asking truck drivers! Trucks are great during nighttime, but like in [[France]], there are restrictions to when they might drive. In Germany, trucks aren't allowed to drive on weekends from Saturday 10 PM to Sunday 10 PM or on public holidays.<br />
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==License plates==<br />
In Germany license plates start with an abbreviation of the region where the car is registered. So look out for number plates starting with '''B''' if you're hitching to [[Berlin]]!<br />
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:''See [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_car_number_plates German car number plates] and [http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liste_der_Kfz-Kennzeichen_in_Deutschland List of abbreviations used] (in German) on Wikipedia for more information.''<br />
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==Border crossings==<br />
Germany implemented the [[Schengen Agreement]]. This means, that the border to other Schengen countries are open. At the borders to non-Schengen countries ([[Poland]], [[Czech Republic]] and [[Switzerland]]) there are still checkpoints and German custom officers or sometimes police might control your luggage, especially if you come from [[Eastern Europe]]an countries like [[Poland]] (searching for forged branded goods, smuggled tobacco, etc.), or if you come from or cross over into Switzerland (black money is often smuggled over that border). If coming in with a commuter train, they easily take you out of your train to search your belongings, while your train continues without you.<br />
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Nevertheless, this seems to be very unlikely nowadays.<br />
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==Eat==<br />
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Try to avoid eating on service stations on the motorways. They are very expensive (you even have to pay for the toilets) and the food is usually very bad.<br />
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Keep in mind that most shops (including supermarkets) are not allowed to open on Sundays. Also most supermarkets close at 20:00 or even earlier. There are ''no'' 24h-shops, but gas stations often offer a limited food section.<br />
In bigger cities you can usually get the cheapest fast-food at the various Turkish and Italian Restaurants.<br />
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==Biggest cities==<br />
* [[Berlin]]<br />
* [[Köln]] (Cologne)<br />
* [[Düsseldorf]]<br />
* [[Dortmund]]<br />
* [[Frankfurt am Main]]<br />
* [[Hamburg]]<br />
* [[München]] (Munich)<br />
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==Cities==<br />
===[[Baden-Württemberg]]===<br />
[[Freiburg]], [[Karlsruhe]], [[Konstanz]], [[Ravensburg]], [[Reutlingen]], [[Stuttgart]], [[Ulm]], [[Weingarten]],<br />
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===[[Bayern]] (Bavaria)===<br />
[[Augsburg]], [[München]], [[Nürnberg]], [[Würzburg]]<br />
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===[[Hessen]] (Hassia) ===<br />
[[Darmstadt]], [[Gießen]]<br />
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===[[Nordrhein-Westfalen]] (North-Rhine Westphalia) ===<br />
[[Aachen]], [[Bielefeld]], [[Bonn]], [[Düsseldorf]], [[Köln]], [[Wuppertal]], [[Mönchengladbach]]<br />
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===[[Sachsen]] (Saxony) ===<br />
[[Dresden]]<br />
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===[[Sachsen-Anhalt]]===<br />
[[Magdeburg]]<br />
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===[[Schleswig-Holstein]]===<br />
[[Puttgarden]]<br />
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==Practical links==<br />
* [http://deu.anarchopedia.org/index.php/Deutschland:Trampstellen Hitchhiking spots in Germany], in German, on a GFDL wiki<br />
* [http://www.hitch-hiking.org www.hitch-hiking.org - Information all about hitchhiking (English and German language)] <br />
* [http://www.liftershalte.info/index.php Worldmap with good places to hitch] <br />
* [http://www.hitchbase.com/ Database with good places in Germany and other countries] <br />
* [http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e5/Autobahn_1-999.png Overview of highways in Germany]<br />
* [http://www.best-restaurants.de/aurade.htm Highway restaurants in German] <br />
* [http://www.tank.rast.de/ Service stations on highways in Germany] <br />
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