Come to Germany During Annual EU Open House

May 7, 2011 at 10:00 am - May 7, 2011 at 4:00 pm | Washington, DC

(c) Chad Fleschner / German Embassy, Washington Enlarge image (© Chad Fleschner / German Embassy, Washington) The embassies of the member states of the European Union and the Delegation of the European Union in Washington once again opened their doors to area residents and visitors for a day of family fun during the fifth annual EU Open House.

Hop from the Seine to the Rhine, across the Alps to the Pyrenees, up the Danube, over the Carpathians, from the Mediterranean to the Baltic, all without leaving the District.

Of course, no trip to Europe is complete without a stop in Germany, thank you for joining us for a family friendly celebration of culture, food and friendship at the German Embassy on Saturday, May 7, 2011.

German Food at the EU Open House © Colourbox

German Food Available for Purchase

Have a delicious traditional German lunch, including bratwurst, currywurst and döner for sale at special low rates from local businesses.

Cologne Cathedral

Tourist Trail

Wend your way through the Ambassador's garden to discover major German architectural landmarks without leaving Washington. Get your picture taken "in Germany" - a fun souvenir of the 2011 EU Open House!

EU Open House 2009 © German Embassy Washington

Fun for the Whole Family

From facepainting to soccer and more, there will be plenty of activities for kids - and their parents - to enjoy. Participants can win great prizes at the soccer kick, as long as supplies last.

(c) Chad Fleschner / German Embassy, Washington

Photo Gallery: EU Open House 2010

Friends and neighbors, beer and bratwurst, and plenty of sunshine. If you want to know what the EU Open House is all about, check out these 36 great pictures from last year's EU Open House.

EU Open House © German Embassy Washington

Photo Gallery: EU Open House 2009

The annual EU Open House has become a popular springtime event in DC since it was first launched in 2007. These 24 fun snapshots of the 2009 EU Open House at the German Embassy illustrate why.

Many visitors arrived at the Embassy by bus or by bike. A free shuttle bus service has been provided since the first EU Open House in 2007. (c) Chad Fleschner / German Embassy, Washington

Endless Europe: Thousands Flock to EU Open House in Washington

The German Embassy welcomed some 6,000 visitors on May 8, 2010, as part of the fourth annual EU Open House program. They enjoyed fun activities for the whole family.

EU Open House 2011

Shortcut to Europe © European Union