April 4, 2026 — Many Germans are altering their travel plans for Easter and the months ahead because of conflicts and crises, a survey published on Saturday found.
The study, by the German Institute for Tourism Research, polled 1,124 people between March 25 and 30. Sixteen percent said they had changed their plans for the next three months for geopolitical reasons. Julian Reif, head of the institute, said political conditions in destinations are now a major factor in holiday decisions: “Going on holiday is not unpolitical.”
Despite concerns, 72% of respondents still plan to travel — domestically or abroad — in the April–June period. Within Germany, Bavaria is a popular choice; for overseas trips, Spain and Italy top the list.