Culture, Lifestyle, Travel

Modern Life

Germany is a modern, cosmopolitan country with about 82 million inhabitants. Its society is shaped by a plurality of lifestyles and truly different ethnocultural diversity, a high standard of living, and freedom of choice.

Modern Life

The new Media Center of the BTU in Cottbus © picture-alliance / ZB

Arts

There are many sides to cultural life in Germany! Alongside numerous theaters, orchestras, and concert halls, there hundreds of internationally renowned art museums. Germany's book market, architectural scene, and film industry are also thriving.

Arts

Jumping into the Elbsee © picture-alliance/dpa

Travel

From the Black Forest to Berlin's techno temples, Germany boasts astonishing diversity in a compact country at the heart of Europe. For high culture in a European metropolis, a romantic journey back in time, outdoor adventure and more - it's your destination.

Travel

Cuisine, Wine & Beer

Great cuisine, fine wines, and excellent beers form an integral aspect of life in Germany. While one can still enjoy traditional favorites, food in Germany has become more varied and creative in recent years. German wine and beer have meanwhile become popular worldwide.

Cuisine, Wine & Beer

Traditions & Customs

Passed down from one generation to the next, our traditions and customs help define who we are and often function as milestones in our lives. Did you know decorating a Christmas tree or hiding Easter eggs are widespread traditions that originated in Germany?

Traditions & Customs

Holidays & Seasons

Holidays, be they national commemorations or family-centered fests, have traditions that vary from country to country and even region to region. In Germany, for example, presents are shared on Christmas Eve. And October 3 is an occasion for fireworks.

Holidays & Seasons