German Gift Ideas for People Missing Germany

Right around now I start getting emails and messages looking for great German gift ideas. They go something like this “my husband is German, and misses home”… “my daughter was an exchange student in Heidelberg, and I want to get her something to remind her”… “my wife’s Oma passed away, so the packages aren’t coming anymore”. We all want to find that special something… that magical gift that makes their eyes light up! Thanks to the many helpful people on my Facebook page, I was able to put together a list of German gift ideas that HOPEFULLY bring on a smile, trigger a memory, or just make the holiday season a little brighter for people missing Germany.

Many of the items are German gifts made in Germany. There are personalized gifts, food gifts, Christmas decorations, and gifts for the home Biergarten.  Some are a way of taking people to Germany (if only in spirit)… and for the over the top gift, there are even trips TO Germany. You will find something for men or women, children and pets.

Best of all, there is something for every price point. (And if you have any suggestions, send them here… [email protected])

I hope you find the perfect thing!

Find more Goodies at our Virtual German Christmas Market!

German Gift Ideas!

Sternkopf Engel

These  minimalist and elegant  Sternkopf Engel are the perfect guardian angels to watch over someone you love year round. Carved in the Erzgebirge, the slender Angels come in a variety of colors, sizes and and poses (and I love the musicians!). What makes these extra special is their flowing shape… something that can’t just be carved out on a lathe. They have sway and curves like a real woman! One is certain to spark a connection to someone you know. Find the whole collection, as well as calendars, books and cards here–> Sternkopf Engel

Musical Sternkopf EngelSternkopf EngleSternkopf-Engel, stehend, mit HerzSternkopf Engel

Map of Home

Get a personalized map! Wood, paper, even 3d!

USA and Germany Map Cutouts (Choose Any 2 Maps) with Personalized City Hearts- Personalized Gift, Customized GiftPersonalized Wooden Map -Any City

Large Custom City Map Gold & Silver Foil Print set of 6 parts up to 32″x 36″ Map Wall Art Poster Gift for Home Office Decor by GoldenGraphyCity Map Personalizable – Poster with High Resolution Print – Art Print “Made in Germany” on Quality Paper – Gift Idea City Map

CUSTOM Country | Longitude and Latitude SignCustom Heart Map Hand

Munich Map | Vintage Map of Munich, Germany | Vintage Wall Art | Home Decor | Framed Options Available | Circa 19th C.Antique Germany Map | Germany Wall Art | Vintage Poster | Reproduction

German FOOD

You can never go wrong with favorite German Foods. A box of treats is always welcome! And how about Cooking Classes to learn how to cook German foods?

Cooking Lessons from All Tastes Germany
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All Tastes German- Traditional German Food

Little German BoxGerman Sausage & Toppings CollectionGerman Cheese Board Gift Set

German Food Package with German Authentic Foodies Made in GermanyGerman BReakfast BOx

Schaller and Weber Best Seller PackSchmidt’s Knockwurst Party PackSchaller & Weber’s Bavarian Box

German Food Box Subscription

Nuremberg Gift Chest 2020Shop Lebkuchen SchmidtLebkuchen mix with many Elisen LebkuchenShop Lebkuchen Schmidt

Custom German License Plate and Car Decals

Germany German Deutschland Flag 2.75Car Chrome Decals CBSHD077 German Decal Germany Flag Car Chrome Emblem 3D Sticker DeutschlandiJDMTOY 10-Inch Germany Flag Color Stripe Decal Sticker Compatible With Euro Car Audi BMW MINI Mercedes Porsche Volkswagen Exterior or Interior Decoration5pcs Germany Flag Decal Sticker – Emblem Made from Aluminum Alloy – Perfect for Any Vehicle, Truck, car, Motorcycle, RV, Scooter,SUV,Door, windowD Germany Country Code Oval Sticker Decal Self Adhesive German Euro Truck Car Decal Vinyl Bumper Sticker Sticks to Any Surface 5

European License Plates Custom with Country Sidebar – 9 Characters (Customize Your Text – Multiple Colors and Country Options, Plus Accessories)

DNA Kits and Genealogy Subscriptions

MyHeritageDNA  has an English and a German version. You can also then sign on to their Ancestry program to trace a family tree. And the Personalized  Family Trees are a great gift!

MyHeritage DNA Test Kit – Ancestry & Ethnicity Genetic TestingMy Heritage Family Tree Builder

Stammbaum BuchStammbaum Schmuckbild: Kunstdruck-Ahnentafel in Baumform

Paper Cut Family TreePersonalised Family Tree

German Language Classes

Classes are available for Kids and Adults.

Muzzy German Language ProgramLearn more about Muzzy HERE

German Gift Ideas  Under $20!

These are a perfect “little something” or “stocking Stuffer”

10 Germany Coins from East and WEST Europe: Pfennig, Mark 1948-2001. Perfect Choice for Your Coin Bank, Coin Holders and Coin AlbumBRUBAKER 2-Pack Small Christmas Pyramids – Designed in GermanyElite Gourmet EGC-007 Easy Electric Poacher, Omelet Eggs & Soft, Medium, Hard-Boiled Egg Boiler Cooker with Auto Shut-Off and Buzzer, Measuring Cup Included, BPA Free, 7, WhiteGuten Tag Y’all German Flag Funny Oktoberfest Gift T-ShirtEgbert’s Treasures 5×8 Vintage Style Sign with Daisy Saying, Call Me Oma Because I’m Way Too Cool to be a Grandmother Decorative Fun Universal Household SignNEONBLOND Charm I Love You German Love Letter from Germany – Bead Fit All European BracelSocksmith Oktoberfest Black 10-13 (Men’s Shoe Sizes 7-12.5)BRUBAKER German Beer Bath Gift Set – Shower Gel, Bath Foam, Towel & Bag – Gift for Men

Feuerzangenbowle MugI’m not perfect but I am German and that’s kind of the same thing mugGermany NecklaceI love you spoonTravel Mug1950 Germany 5 Pfennig Coin Key Chain Ring Bottle Opener NEW – An Oak Seedling

Germany Deutschland Soccer HD Knit Scarf (Tricolor) (White)YGGQF Throw Pillow Cover Germans in National Dress with Flag Man and Woman Traditional Bavarian Costume Travel to Germany People Decorative Pillow Case Square Pillowcase 18 x 18 InchiPhone 11 Pro Max Germany Flag German Gift Phone Case

A Schutzengel

Everyone needs a Guardian Angel

Kleiner Schutzengel mit Glöckchen nadelgefilztNICI Guardian Angel ‘I’ll Guard You’ Keyholder (Blue)Forest Decor Wooden Angel Figurine with Wings and Love Heart, Christmas Decoration, Remembrance Gift, Rustic Holiday Decorations, Wooden Angel Decor, Angel Gift, Made in Germany

German Gift Ideas for the Bar!

Beer Mug or Beer Glass? Römer Glasses for Wine! Beer Boots and Schnapps Gläser.

HAUCOZE Beer Stein German Beer Stein Ceramic Beer Mug Handmade Cup Tankard Petwer Lid Germany Coats of Arms Relief Gifts Souvenirs Giftbox 0.6 LiterGerman Beer Stein black Deutschland pewter eagle wheat beer cup 0.5 liter tankard, beer mug ZO 1543S600HB Hofbräuhaus München German Beer Stein Munich Hofbräuhaus München HB relief stein 0.5 liter tankard, beer mug King Werk KI 1000176

Personalized German Beer SteinCustom Beer BootPersonalized Pilsner Glasses Set of 4 – Premium Made in USA Glasses – Customized The Way You Want – Cool Present for Men, Women, Young, Old Friends & Couples – Perfect for Home Bar – Etched by Froolu

Germany EU Series Landmarks and Icons Shot GlassLederhosen German Stoneware Shot Cup Made in Germany One Shot Glass NewMini Glass Boot 3 Pack Shot Glasses Standard

Set of 2 German Rhein Glass Roemer Vintage Goblet Wine Glass w/Gold-Leaf Rim and Grape Pattern Vintage Wine Glass Goblet6 Römer wine glasses

Prost – German Cheers – Stemless Wine Glass – Cute Germany Themed Gifts or Party Decor for Women and Men – Large

4-day Self-Drive German Beer Brewing Tradition Tour from Freiburg to Heidelberg and Wuerzburg, including Freiburg City Tour – $527.92 Are you interested in the art and science of beer brewing? If so, this self-driving tour is right up your street! Explore three cities devoted to the wonderful world of beer, from Freiburg in Germany’s Black Forest to Heidelberg, on the Neckar River, and Wurzburg in the Bavaria region. The tour includes hotel stopovers, complimentary breakfast, and a 3-course dinner for two in each city.

For the Biergarten or Home Kneipe

Beer Cap Map, Beer Cap Map of GermanyGerman Biergarten Personalized Beer Pub SignBiergarten SignStammtisch sign

A PIECE of GERMANY!

You can own a piece of land in Germany… it’s a small piece, but it’s all yours!

Piece of Land – Unique Gift from Germany – Sustainable, Unusual Gift for Family and Friends – Personalized Land Owner’s Certificate for Women and Men – Berlin Souvenir

Christmas and Advent Decorations

German Christmas Light Arch- SchwibbogenFind them HereGerman Christmas Pyramids for SaleFind them HereGerman Christmas Light Arch- SchwibbogenFind them HereGerman NutcrackersFind them Here

For the Chef

ZWILLING J.A. Henckels TWIN Four Star II 8-pc Knife BZWILLING Now S 6-pc Knife Block Set – Granada Orange

Recipe Cutting Board / Personalizedcustom engraved cutting board

Recipe Tea TowelHandwritten Recipe Tea Towel

For the Traveler

Two things I never travel to Germany without. This is the Travel Journal I use. It’s small enough to fit in my purse (and even pocket), has slots for business cards and receipts, and you can set it up with refills! Get lined paper, plain paper or even graph paper. And the power converter/charger handles my phone, laptop, hairdryer….

BESTEK Universal Travel Adapter 220V to 110V Voltage Converter with 6A 4-Port USB Charging and UK/AU/US/EU Worldwide Plug Adapter (White)Refillable Travel Journal, Fine Brown Handmade Leather Travelers Notebook for Men & Women, Perfect to Write in, Gift, Travelers, Small, Passport Size, 5.2 × 4 Inches, Germany

The Journey System is an AMAZING 5 bags in 1 travel system that fits in the overhead space in the plane, and holds everything you need!

Journey Travel System

Walking Sticks with Stocknagel

A vintage Walking Stick is a wonderful hiking accessory… or decoration. Of course, you can always start your own Stocknagel collection…(Stocknagel are the badges you collect and add to your stick, showing everyone where you hiked)

Vintage German Walking Stick Cane Carved Wanderstock w/ 44 Badges Stocknagel 39Vintage German Walking Stick- Innsbruck Stag; MatterhornWooden Alpenstock, Vintage German Wood Walking Cane with 4 Metal Badges and Metal Tip Stick

SE Survivor Series Wooden Walking/Hiking Stick with Hand-Carved Grizzly Bear Design, 55

Something For The Wall

Comforting Gift, German Sign, inspirational SignGerman Sign Wood Sign GemütlichkeitAlles Hat Ein EndeMy Greatest Blessings Call Me Oma

German BEDDING!

Who else loves cozying up in a German bed with authentic Feather Pillows and comforter? Now you can sleep like this at home! Other sizes and styles available, click through to see

German Winter ComforterSquare German Pillow

Magazines and Newspapers

Reading about home, is a great way of staying in connection. Most in German, but German Life is in English (and it’s a GREAT GIFT!)
NOTE- Print magazines and Newspapers shipped from Germany are expensive! But the Kindle editions are quite reasonable (You don’t need to own a Kindle, you just need the Kindle APP)

German Life

Stern : Das Deutsche MagazinGeo – German edDein Spiegel

LandGenussNaturApothekeGlamour German edition

DIE ZEITFrankfurter AllgemeineSüddeutsche Zeitung

Plan a Cruise for Next Year!

Next year a River Cruise in Germany! (All trips can be cancelled if needed) Wouldn’t it nice to have a Trip to Germany to look forward to?

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