Culture, Lifestyle, Travel
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.
Society
There are many sides to cultural life in Germany. Alongside numerous theaters, orchestras, and concert halls, there are hundreds of internationally renowned art museums. Germany's book market, architectural scene, and film industry are all also thriving.
Arts
From the Black Forest to the techno temples of Berlin, Germany boasts astonishing diversity in a compact country at the heart of Europe. So if your idea of a vacation is high culture in a European metropolis, a romantic journey back in time, outdoor adventure or all of the above - Germany is your destination.
Travel
Germany is a sporting nation! The best-loved leisure time sports are soccer, gymnastics, tennis, shooting, athletics and handball. In 2010, Germany will host the World Championship in Ice Hockey, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup will also be held in Germany in 2011.
Sports
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
Holidays, be they national commemorations or family-centered fests, have their own unique traditions that vary from country to country and even region to region. 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.
Holidays & Traditions
Whenever you cannot visit Germany in person, rest assured that there are often events in your area that will bring you closer to Germany. Browse our nation-wide calendar below to find out which events are scheduled throughout the United States.
Event Calendar
