12 Things You Never Knew About German Traditions
German traditions are steeped in history and culture, offering fascinating insights into the German way of life....
The Most Spoken Languages in Germany
Germany is known for being an economic powerhouse and having a rich cultural heritage. As a result,...
Polonäse Blankenese
An interesting phenomenon I discovered in Germany is a particular compulsion and connection to a processional circle...
German in Germany: de-active listening
It’s Christmas, my first Deutsche ‘Weihnacht’, and the Germans are all talking … German. This is it....
Drinking Beer in Germany: Drinking Age and Cultural Norms
Germany is well known for its favorite beverage: beer. Drinking beer in Germany is common and important,...
Happy birthday in German & German customs and traditions
I am sure that you have already been invited to a birthday party or to a wedding....
Learning German With Music
Learning German with music is one of the greatest ways to make vocab stick to your brain,...
How to say “I love you” in German
Do you know the feeling of having butterflies in your tummy and your legs turn to jelly?...
Alternative Christmas Story
A different Father Christmas Story I feel I have to start with a little disclaimer: *There’s a...
The Villa Hügel & Krupp Stahl
Meta Description: Just outside Essen, and right alongside the railway tracks (appropriately) lies a stately manor house...