The German state of Saxony has a public holiday this Wednesday for Buß-und Bettag or Day of Prayer and Repentance. What is it and why does no other state mark it in the same way?

This fun word can be used in just about any context where you have a lot more to say than can fit into a sentence.

The clocks have gone back and the days are rapidly getting darker: winter has almost arrived in Germany. But fear not, as winter can be a truly magical time in the Bundesrepublik. These are seven reasons why to embrace November and beyond.

When you think of October 31st, you may automatically think of spooky costumes and Halloween parties – but for many in Germany this date has a rather different connotation.

If you’re wondering how to make this year’s Halloween extra special, here’s our pick of the spookiest events and locations in every German state.

Many fitness studios in Germany embrace English, but you can’t always rely on translations. Here’s some useful vocab to know, whether you’re looking for the weights or trying to sign up for a membership.

Freelancers and self-employed people in Germany will soon be receiving their tax bills. How is the amount calculated and what happens if you can’t meet the deadline?

It’s that time of year again: soon clocks around Germany will be set back an hour. When does the change occur, and how do Germans feel about the shift?

Starting in 2024, fathers in Germany – or the mother’s partner – can take paid parental leave without dipping into their vacation days or officially applying for parental leave (Elternzeit).

As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change colour, autumn is a time of cosy comforts and hearty traditions in Germany. These are the German words that capture the essence of this magical time of year.