In Germany, letters are mainly delivered by Deutsche Post, though other companies such as DHL, UPS, GLS and Hermes help to transport packages.

If you send and/or receive packages regularly, it is recommended to use a DHL parcel station (Packstation). This service is free of charge and independent from opening hours. The usage of these stations has become widespread in Germany and offers the convenience of informing the recipient via email or text message when their shipment has arrived.

• Bahnhofsplatz 2 (Ulm city centre, main office)
  Opening hours:  Mon - Fri: 8.30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. -  6.30 p.m., Sat: 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.

• Gartenstraße 20 (Neu-Ulm city centre, main office)
  Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9.00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m., Sat: 9.00 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.

You can find more information on branches, points of sale, DHL parcel shops, mail boxes and pack stations using the Deutsche Post Location Finder. Many branches are located inside of supermarkets or retail stores. If you need help, you can always ask the staff for assistance.

• Postcards: domestic: from € 0.70; international: € 0.95 (depending on size)
• Letters: domestic from € 0.85; international from € 1.10 (depending on size and weight)
• Parcels and small parcels: from € 3.99 within Germany (online price)

More information:  www.deutschepost.de/en, www.dhl.de and www.portokalkulator.de (only in German!)

Stamps can be purchased at every post office from personnel or at automatic vending machines.