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New Year's Eve in Germany – traditions, customs and the meaning of the new year

New Year's Eve in Germany – traditions, customs and the meaning of the new year

12/20/2024

New Year's Eve is an important celebration in Germany that is associated with a variety of traditions and customs. These not only mark the turn of the year, but are also deeply rooted in German culture. In this article,…
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Eating out in Germany: menu selection, tipping and unwritten rules

Eating out in Germany: menu selection, tipping and unwritten rules

11/13/2024

German food culture is characterized by a very diverse cuisine and has more to offer than just bratwurst and sauerkraut. Eating out in Germany is a social event that is associated with certain customs and traditions. We…
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Studying in Germany – the terms you need to know (Part 2)

Studying in Germany – the terms you need to know (Part 2)

10/11/2024

The winter semester started at many German universities on the first of October. If you are interested in studying in Germany or are already a student, you have probably already noticed that universities have their very…
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Summer in Germany - Part 4: Munich

Summer in Germany - Part 4: Munich

09/05/2024

With around 1.5 million inhabitants, Munich is the third largest city in Germany, an important economic metropolis and a university city with a high recreational value. The capital of the federal state of Bavaria is not…
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