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 for generations – complete with half-timbered architecture, German bakeries, Oktoberfest celebrations, and communities that still speak German at home. Here are some of the best German-American heritage towns worth visiting Read more…
Gummy bears, aspirin, the coffee filter, the MP3 — did you know all of these were invented in Germany? Here are 10 everyday things with surprising German origins.
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 never discover. From maypole dances to wine festivals, here’s your guide to Germany’s best regional spring festivals in 2026. 1. Maifest — Maypole Celebrations Across Germany On May 1st (Tag Read more…
Looking for authentic German bread and pastries in Seattle? We found the best German bakeries in the area — from traditional Brezeln to Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte.
Because many German families immigrated to the United States, there are still several cities across the country that reflect the influence of German Culture, their home country. These are areas where there were a substantial number of German settlers/immigrants. Although there are other smaller cities and many other towns with German-style buildings, the following eight Read more…
