German Tourism now accepts bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as payments

German Tourism, or what is elaborately known as the German National Tourism Board (GNTB), has announced that it accepts cryptocurrencies, including bitcoins, as payment for the services it provides.
Commenting on this, Chairperson of GNTB Petra Hedorfer said, “By accepting cryptocurrencies as means of payment and with the possible implementation of the blockchain technology in our finances, we want to position ourselves as an innovation driver in the tourism industry”.

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The German National Tourism Board (GNTB) has its office spread across 32 countries of the world and offers all kinds of travel related services to those who are keen on exploring the country’s attractions.


Germany’s approach towards bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies has always been soft. In fact, not too long ago, Germany’s Federal Ministry of Finance announced that there should not be a tax imposed on bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency when it is used as a mode of payment. The approach towards cryptocurrencies has been similar in some other European nations as well.

This opens up a big opportunity for travellers who have cryptocurrencies already in store. It will especially be helpful for travellers from countries like India where bitcoin and their cryptocurrencies have been deemed as illegal tender for payments.