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....
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....
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....
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...
Can I Drink Tap Water Safely in Germany?
Many expats in Germany are unsure abou t whether or not to drink tap water in Germany....
The Cologne Cathedral
The first time I heard about the city of Cologne, was when I had a French teacher...
The 1st of May in Germany
The first of May in German yis called “Tag der Arbeit” meaning “day of work”. Ironically, it’s...
Mandatory German Naturalization Test for Germans Planned
The ministry for foreign affairs of the Freistaat Obersachsen (Free State Upper Saxony, the counterpart to Niedersachsen...