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No. 9639 · Germany · Western Europe

Cham

49.22°N 12.65°E · 364 m

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Overview

Cham (pronounced "calm" with a silent 'ch') is a small city in Upper Palatinate, Bavaria, serving as a convenient gateway to the Bavarian Forest National Park. While the city itself is modest, its train station provides direct connections to Prague, Munich, and Regensburg, making it useful as a transit point.

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Before you go

Language

German is the local language. English may be limited outside tourist-facing businesses.

Money

Germany uses the Euro (€). ATMs and card payments are widely available in the city center.

Transport

Cham train station connects to Prague, Munich, and Regensburg. Regional trains serve surrounding Upper Palatinate towns.

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