How much money can you get towards buying an EV in Germany this year?
Electric car buyers in Germany can benefit from a state-backed subsidy worth thousands of euros in 2026, and the portal to apply has just opened. Here's how much you can get depending on your income bracket.
The words German estate agents use when they want to rip you off
'Lichtdurchflutet' (bathed in light) and 'Gemütlich' (cosy) might sound appealing, but in Germany’s property market, these poetic descriptions can often mean something else entirely.
Six ways to keep your German home cool without air conditioning
Air conditioning is not common in Germany, especially in private homes, but there other ways to keep yourself and your home cool during a heatwave.
More than Ikea: Where else to buy furniture in Germany
From budget chains to second-hand treasures, here’s where to shop for furniture in Germany if you’re setting up a new home.
Expert tips for your next appointment at a German immigration office
Battling bureaucracy at the 'Ausländerbehörde' is an experience that virtually every foreigner living in Germany shares. We asked an immigration lawyer for her best advice to help make your next visit as smooth as possible.
In which German cities can you swim in the river?
There's little better than cooling off in a river on a warm summer day, but in German cities it can be tricky to know which ones are safe to swim. We've found the cities where you're ok to take the plunge – and a few you're better off avoiding.
What's open and closed for Pentecost in Germany?
Pentecost, or Whitsun, comes with a long weekend and a public holiday this year on Monday, May 25th. Here's what will be open, and what will stay closed, during Germany's 'Pfingstmontag'.
Pfingstmontag: Why is Monday May 25th a public holiday in Germany?
Pfingstmontag (Whit Monday) is a public holiday in Germany, which falls this year on May 25th, but why is it a day off in the first place?