The women revealed that they were on their way to bury one of the ladies brothers. 11 years ago the brother died in Brazil. His last wish was to be buried in his home country of Italy.

The good sister produced a death certificate and was allowed to finish her trip.

"We questioned the women and they produced a valid death certificate showing he had died 11 years ago of natural causes. As they were not violating any German laws they were allowed to continue their journey to Italy," said police spokesman Christian Maier.