In a series of art “interventions” Berlin-based artist Jakob Wirth invokes questions about the use of public space in modern cities, and hints at potential solutions to Germany's dire housing shortage.
Leftist and anarchist punk rockers from across Germany are congregating on the summer vacation destination of Sylt for the third year in a row. Here's what they are protesting.
A 34-year-old US citizen was detained on suspicion of stalking Taylor Swift ahead of the first German concert of her record-breaking Eras Tour, police said on Thursday.
Taylor Swift brings her ‘Eras’ tour to Germany for a series of seven shows split between Gelsenkirchen, Hamburg and Munich. From transport to what else to do, here's all you need to know.
A new techno club opened inside the Tesla factory just outside Berlin's city limits. A number of employees have celebrated the opening online, but local clubgoers are more sceptical.
July kicks off the summer festival season in Germany - and there are plenty of excuses to enjoy the sunny weather. From elegant wine festivals to wild street parties, here are 11 events you definitely shouldn't miss out on.
A tongue-twisting German rap about rhubarb has become the latest unlikely musical hit to storm the internet, racking up millions of views and inspiring a viral dance routine.
As summer kicks off in Germany, so do a number of festivals across the country. Here are a few of the events in June to keep in mind as you make warm-weather plans.
It’s easy to assume that the only official language of Germany is, well, German. But there are four other recognised minority languages you might hear spoken (or even spot on street signs) around the country.
The annual Europe-wide festival of music and kitsch that is Eurovision has a huge German fanbase – even if the country has had a decade-long streak of mostly underwhelming, disappointing finishes.
Some 366 clocks cover the walls in the living room of 76-year-old Werner Stechbarth's apartment in Munich, the haul from a life spent criss-crossing the globe.
Forsythia flowers are in full bloom and April is loaded with events to celebrate the warmer weather and sunshine to come. Here are some of our top picks.
UNESCO's Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage includes more than 100 traditions that are practiced in Germany. From forest huts to an Easter-wheel-run, we look at some of the quirky cultural practices that you just might want to experience for yourself.
Long a token aspect of culture in the capital city, Berlin's techno scene is one of six new entries on an ‘UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage in Germany.
The German city of Frankfurt
switched on festive lights Sunday to celebrate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, in what local media said was a nationwide first.
Friday, March 8th marks International Women’s Day, a global event calling for equality and celebrating achievements of women. 'Frauentag' is also a public holiday in Berlin and for the second time in the eastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pommerania.
Spring is (almost) in the air. From giant carnivals to music festivals and book fairs, there are ample opportunities in Germany to get out and enjoy it in March.
An Iranian love story by a dissident director couple and a chilling Austrian historical horror movie led contenders at the Berlin film festival ahead of awards night Saturday.
This week's Berlin international film festival is wrestling on and off screen with the weight of the Nazi past and the menace of a resurgent far right.
Thursday will see the opening of the 74th rendition of Berlin's legendary film festival, the Berlinale. From hard-hitting cinema to the off-beat picks, here are some of the films to watch out for.
The revelation that AfD politicians had been invited to Berlinale’s opening sparked international criticism. Now the film festival leadership has disinvited the party representatives.
