A report this week showed that Germany is one of the safest countries in the world, but there's more to do than just snacking on strudel and hemming your Lederhosen. The Local looks at five ways to get your heart racing in Deutschland.
This year has not been short on animal stories, be they serious science, tragic accidents or simply heart warming. Here are some of The Local's favourites.
The Local's features in 2012 have been as varied and colourful as the year itself. Whether stepping into an age suit or diving into a dumpster, or following the plight of asylum seekers arriving in Germany, there has been something for everyone.