Every culture has its own unique customs and nuances when it comes to tipping – and Germany is no exception. The Local spoke to an etiquette expert to find out how to steer clear of faux pas.
Famous for its culture of nudity -German laws are often still unclear around where you can bathe topless.
Germany has as many as 250 regional dialects, unlocking a whole new challenge for language learners. But some of these words are a linguistic treat. Here are a few of our favourites.
This tiny German word has a huge range of meanings.
One of the consequences of learning a foreign language is that some words end up slipping into your everyday English. Sarah Magill explains why she uses these German words more often than their English equivalents.
With Oktoberfest starting this weekend, we’re looking at an iconic Bavarian beer fest phrase (and a few more you might find helpful).
With many of us having to tighten our belts at the moment, here are some uniquely German ways to talk about the hot topic of money.
Pupils in Germany have been starting school or heading back to the classroom after the summer holidays. We break down key dates as well as the culture and vocabulary to be aware of.
Obtaining German citizenship involves clearing numerous hurdles – including a multiple-choice citizenship test that will quiz you on your knowledge of German history, culture, geography and politics. Could you pass it?
Whether it’s bad weather, staff shortages or a strike action, we look at your rights if your air travel plans from Germany are disrupted.