Germany is a strong country and its people have managed to get the nation through times of darkness and turn the nation into the economic powerhouse that it is today. Whilst the economy has been fairly stagnant over recent years it remains strong – the fifth largest in the world – and as a result, property is a market where values hold. Any off plan investor who can afford to invest in the country should have Germany near the top of their lists. Owing to the strength of the German economy and that the country is one of the centrepieces of modern Europe, property in the country comes at a considerable cost – though to be fair it isn’t much different than in most other major European countries. Bargains are few and far between, it has to be said, but they are out there for the intrepid hunter.

Berlin is the country’s largest city and should be the first port of call for all potential investors. The sheer size of the city alone means that there is at least some possibility of finding a bargain, though the prices of normal properties are markedly higher than most other cities in the country. There are areas – mostly in the Eastern side of the city – where property is comparatively cheap, but this is because these areas are very poor and have changed very little over the last century – not ideal locations for investors, it has to be said. Western prices are generally higher than Eastern too, though the East is fast balancing this out with ongoing redevelopment.

Anywhere else in Germany is just as good as the rest – the Alps region for those who want a winter resort vibe, the North for the more seaside town effect or on the outskirts of the Black Forest for those who want some countryside adventure with their investment – there really aren’t many places in Germany that wouldn’t be worth putting money into.

With a strong economy investments in German property are sure to at least hold their value. Whilst there has been a bit of unsteadiness in recent years economically, things are sure to be rectified. Germany is a fine country and would be a fantastic investment for anyone who could afford it.