In 2026, Uber has achieved high-value coverage across nearly all major German metropolitan areas. You can use the premier rideshare app in cities like Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart, and Hannover. Because German law requires "professional" licenses for drivers, Uber often functions as a high-quality "taxi-booking" service (UberTaxi) or a private hire service (UberX) with fully licensed drivers. This ensures a high-quality and safe experience compared to the unregulated "peer-to-peer" models found in other countries. For 2026 visitors, Uber is a frictionless way to get around, particularly in the Rhine-Ruhr region (Aachen, Essen, Dortmund) where the density of cities makes it a premier alternative to local trains. Always check the app upon arrival, as new high-value expansion cities like Leipzig and Nuremberg have recently joined the platform's extensive German network.