Join us on May 10, 2025, as the German Embassy opens its doors to visitors during the annual Open House. This year the German Embassy will also host the French Embassy, part of a multi-year tradition between the two countries.

We invite you to join us and discover the food, culture, language and diplomatic life of two major European nations

Download our visitor map and program to see all that awaits you!

For general information about the day and other EU embassies, please visit the main EU Open House Website, hosted by the Delegation of the European Union.

PERFORMANCES

3rd Infantry Regiment “The Old Guard” Drill Team
11:00 am
1:00 pm

The Choir of the Embassy of France
11:15 am

Veronneau
12:00 pm

The German Vocalists
1:15 pm

Pantastic Music
2:30 pm

French Poetry Readings
performances throughout the day

ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION

Information Center: Pick up a map of the grounds and get answers to your questions about the day’s activities.

Scavenger Hunt: Test your knowledge about Germany and France to get a prize when you leave!

German Climate Office: Did you know the German Embassy has bee hives? See the hives (from a distance!), test your bee knowledge and learn about beekeeping.

Rochambeau, The French International School: Join us for games and activities to learn about the Lycée Rochambeau and the French school system.

Campus France USA: How well do you know French culture? Test your knowledge while finding out about study abroad, scholarships and degree opportunities in France.

German Cultural Exchange: Do you want to be an exchange student in Germany? Stop by and find out how you can spend time immersing yourself in the German culture and language.

German International School Washington (GISW): Enjoy STEM demonstrations and hands-on activities with GISW students and teachers. Learn about the offerings and curricula of GISW.

Children’s “FUN” Passports from our Consular Departments: Join us at the joint booth organized by the French and German Consulates to learn more about our consular services and the Franco-German friendship. Get a special adition “passport” complete with photo or your new “EU passport” stamped while you’re stopping by!

French Transportation and Display of German Cars: Explore the science behind maritime transportation decarbonization and shipping using wind power. Be sure to stop by the German cars from major manufactures.

French Press Service: Get your picture taken in front of famous scenes from France and Germany.

Goethe-Institut: Play games, win prizes and discover everything the Goethe-Institut has to offer.

My French Classes: Kids are invited for fun and games in French.

Language Corner: French, German & Spanish: Bonjour! Hallo! ¡Hola! Stop by and test your knowledge of France, Germany and Spain through a game of Jeopardy. Make your own button, taste a sweet, and learn a few new phrases.

Villa Albertine: Be a Villa Albertine Artist. Take a journey of artistic discovery through recreating an artwork to take with you. Win vouchers to Villa Albertine events and children are invited to explore a special section of French children’s books.

French Agriculture: Learn about the appellations d’origine – The Protected Designation of Origin through a presentation of cheeses from different regions of France while you sample famous cheeses, jams, compotes and chocolate.

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD): Learn more about opportunities in Germany for students and researchers in all academic disciplines at all levels.

German Science Exchange: Explore the transatlantic science scene and get to know the various German organizations working in the area.

French Office for Science & Technology: Watch a documentary about climate change and check out a poster display.

German National Tourist Office: Take a virtual reality flight over the German landscape and famous sites. Younger kids can test their luck with a memory game.

Atout France: Win fantastic prizes ranging from flight tickets to Paris, a stay in Guadeloupe Islands to Bordeaux wine as you test your knowledge at our interactive quiz. Occitanie wine tasting from 2:00-4:00pm.

German-American Heritage Foundation & Museum: Find out more about German-American contributions to society, the cultural ties that bind us together, and how you can get involved.

Scrapple Tasting: Did you know that scrapple has German roots? Taste a sample of German heritage!

Meet a Diplomat: Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a diplomat? Guests are invited to sit down with members of the political departments of both the Embassy of France and Germany. Discuss everything from politics to the work/life of diplomats or just take the opportunity for a casual chat.

German & French Military: Learn about the military in both France and Germany. Try out some games to win prizes or test yourself in the obstacle course. Be sure to check out the photo booth with military equipment and uniforms.

French-American Chamber of Commerce: What do you know about France’s culture and economy? Test that knowledge with a quiz. If you answer correctly, you’ll win a delicious madeleine!

German-American Chamber of Commerce: Did you know there are over 6,000 German companies thriving in the U.S.? Join us to learn about the dynamic world of German business in USA and the strength of German-American economic ties!

Face Painters: Get your face painted by our talented face painters!

French Café: Soup, quiche, croissants and other baked items, desserts. Choice of drinks (tea, coffee, water, soda, French wine and beer).

German Biergarten: Bratwurst, pretzels and potato salad and choice of drinks (water, lemonade, lingonberry spritzer and German beer).

Embassy House Restaurant: 2-course lunch with a German menu with Choice of starters, main course, desserts, and beer available.