The moment many people around Germany have been waiting for is almost here: as of Thursday, temperatures are expected to crack the 20C mark and stay warm through the start of spring.
Snow and slippery conditions led to numerous train cancellations and disruption on the railways on Wednesday. Here are the main routes impacted the weather - and what to do if you face delays.
Members of the public across large parts of Germany will need to prepare for heavy snow and icy conditions this week, with forecasters warning of "a full-blown storm".
The German Weather Service (DWD) is warning residents in several German states to avoid unnecessary travel as black ice causes hazardous conditions on roads and pavements.
With dryer forecasts ahead, it's good news for Germany's bloated rivers, but the flood situation remains tense in some parts of Lower Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt, in particular.
An icy blast from the north is set to hit Germany at the weekend, bringing with it a fresh blanket of snow and temperatures in the minus double-digits.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz travelled Sunday to parts of northern Germany hit by floods after days of heavy rains, urging the nation "to close ranks" in the face of the challenges posed by nature.
Severe weather has caused major flooding and destruction around Germany - including major rail disruption and Christmas market closures - in the run-up to the Christmas holidays.
German rail operator Deutsche Bahn has announced numerous cancellations and disruptions in the wake of Storm Zoltan. Here's how severe weather could affect your Christmas travel plans.
Cycling in winter in Germany is doable - but you may need to take extra care to make sure you stay safe on wet or icy roads. If you're determined not to be a fair-weather cyclist, here are five essential rules to follow.
Temperatures have dropped dramatically, which means it's time to buckle up for the dark, cold German winter. Here are some tips for getting through the season with a smile on your face.
