Epcot World Showcase - Germany
Germany Pavilion
A fountain with a statue of St. George slaying a dragon, is the centerpiece of the cobblestoned German platz (plaza) in the World Showcase's Germany pavilion. The architecture reflects a diverse cross section of German regions, from the replica of the medieval castle to the fairy tale Bavarian style buildings. The clock tower features a glockenspiel that chimes a special melody on the hour. A miniature German village houses three model trains much to guests' delight.
Traditional German food served in an Oktoberfest-style atmosphere, is found in the Biergarten. Open for lunch and dinner, this all-you-care-to-enjoy meal includes assorted sausages, rotisserie chicken, child's Frankfurters, assorted salads, breads, red cabbage, wine kraut, potatoes, and spatzle. Desserts include apple strudel and German-style cheesecake. Dinner also includes smoked pork loin and sauerbraten, in addition to those items previously mentioned. Guests are seated at long communal tables and as they enjoy the hearty cuisine, are treated to traditional German entertainment. Folk dancing, yodelling and folk music amuse and delight visitors here.
ARTICLE: Let’s Check Out the Current Dining Experience at EPCOT’s Biergarten!
The Sommerfest is a quick service restaurant
that serves bratwurst and frankfurter sandwiches, sauerkraut,
soft pretzels, and apple strudel.
While there is no ride or attraction in the Germany pavilion, shoppers will enjoy the wide variety of quaint shops. Der Teddybar is a toy shop with Steiff stuffed animals, Medieval themed toys, finger puppet theaters, and of course, teddy bears. In the Volkskunst, you'll find beer steins of all sizes, including an Epcot limited edition stein. This shop is also where you will find felt hats, cow bells, original Black Forest Cuckoo clocks, and hand painted eggs. 'Grimm’s Fairy Tales', 'Berlin Then and Now', and 'A 400 Year History of the Stein' are just a few of the books you will encounter. Das Kaufhaus is the perfect store for soccer fans! Here you’ll find soccer balls, jerseys, and other accessories. Looking for the perfect beer stein souvenir from the Germany Pavilion? Stein Haus offers an even larger selection of beer steins, themed shirts and much more!
The Karamelle-Kuche shop features freshly made caramel corn, caramel apples, strawberries, marshmallows. The store also carries gourmet caramels, cookies, brownies, fudge, and cupcakes.
If you enjoy fine wines and spirits, you must visit the Weinkeller where you will also find German wine guides. The Sussigkeiten is the place to satisfy that sweet tooth with an assortment of homemade fudge and nut clusters, pretzels, chocolate, cookies, and Haribo brand candies. Learn to cook authentic German recipes with one of the many German cookbooks found in this store. It is Christmas year round in die Weihnachts Ecke where you'll find Christmas decorations of all kinds, plus the Christmas pickle. The Kunstarbeit In Kristall offers crystal jewelry by Swarovski, Princessa Plata, and Brillanti by Crystal World. They also carry fine crystal pieces by Arribas, Arnstadt, Nachtmann, Anna Hutte and Swarovski. Glaskunst is the outdoor shop which sells Arribas glassware and they offer engraving.
FUN FACTS: To say "hello" (good day) in German, say "guten tag" (GOOT- entahg.)
HIDDEN MICKEYS: Facing Germany, look at the
second floor of the building to the right where there
are three suits of armor. The crown of the third one has
a Hidden Mickey. Also check out the mini-train area andthe
iron work holding the hanging baskets near the teddy bear
shop.
Born to Polka performs classic polka music using a broad assortment of instruments and their pieces are sure to encourage guests to dance and clap along.
Catch them at the Germany pavilion stage Sunday-Tuesday at 12:05, 1:05, 2:10, 3:40, 5, 6, and 7 p.m. and Friday-Saturday at 1:05, 2:05, 3:40, 5, 6, 7 & 8 p.m.
