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Vatertag: Why German Father’s Day Involves a Beer Wagon and a Hike Through the Woods
In most countries, Father’s Day is a quiet Sunday in June, maybe a card, a barbecue, a tie nobody asked for. In Germany, Father’s Day...
The Maibaum: Germany’s Maypole Tradition, Theft, Ransom, and All
Every spring, something remarkable happens in German villages: grown men attempt to steal a 30-meter decorated tree from their neighbors. And it’s completely legal,even encouraged....
Walpurgisnacht: Germany’s Night of Witches, Bonfires, and Spring Magic
Every year on the night of April 30th, something strange happens in Germany. Bonfires blaze on hilltops. People dress as witches. Villages erupt in dancing...
Spargelzeit: Why Germans Treat White Asparagus Like a National Holiday
If you’ve ever spent time in Germany between late April and late June, you know the feeling: suddenly, every restaurant menu has a special section....
German-American Heritage Towns You Need to Visit — Hidden Gems Across the USA
You don’t have to fly to Germany to experience authentic German culture. Scattered across the United States are towns that have preserved their German heritage...
10 Everyday Things You Didn’t Know Were Invented in Germany
Gummy bears, aspirin, the coffee filter, the MP3 — did you know all of these were invented in Germany? Here are 10 everyday things with...
The Easter Bunny is German — And So Are Most of Your Easter Traditions
The Easter Bunny, egg hunts, and Easter baskets — did you know they all came from Germany? Here's the story of how German immigrants shaped...
Beyond Oktoberfest: Discover Germany’s Regional Spring Festivals
When most people think of German festivals, Oktoberfest immediately comes to mind. But Germany’s festival calendar is rich with vibrant spring celebrations that most tourists...
Best German Bakeries in Seattle — Where to Find Authentic Bread and Pastries
Looking for authentic German bread and pastries in Seattle? We found the best German bakeries in the area — from traditional Brezeln to Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte.