Berlin is one of the most popular cities in all of Europe, luring tourists in with its museums and other cultural sites first and foremost. One of the more recognisable symbols is also the Fernsehturm, more commonly known as the TV Tower. What is it? Can you visit it and how much does it cost? Let’s take a look.
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Guide to Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, Berlin
Berlin and the nearby Potsdam are full of magnificent attractions, both historic and modern. Today, we’ll take a look at the former and focus on the Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam. What is it? How much does it cost to enter? Let’s take a look.
Guide to the Tropical Islands in Berlin
If you’re craving a tropical getaway yet you’re going to Berlin, fret not! The Tropical Islands Resort will welcome you most warmly. Today, we’ll go over what the resort is, where you’ll find it and how much it’ll cost you. Let’s take a look!
When’s the Carnival in Germany?
The Carnival period is mainly associated with Rio and Venice, though Germany has its own Carnival celebrations which are just as notable. When does the Carnival take place in Germany this year? What does it include? Let’s take a look.
Do Germans celebrate Corpus Christi?
For many Christians around the world, Corpus Christi is a very important Catholic holiday, upholding the presence of God in the Eucharist. Does Germany celebrate Corpus Christi? Is it a public holiday in Germany? Let’s take a look!
What’s the deal with Germany’s nuclear power plants?
Germany has used nuclear power since the 1970s, with about a quarter of the total electricity being produced this way since the 1990s. And yet, in 2023, the use has been halted completely. What happened? Why has Germany stopped using nuclear power when they had so many power plants? Let’s take a look.
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Public holidays in Germany
If you’re travelling to Germany and you want to make use of any services, you may want to make sure that you’re not visiting during a public holiday. Today, we’ll go over all the relevant public holidays in 2024 so you don’t have to worry about sites being closed when you arrive.
May Day in Germany
If you’re over in Germany in May, you may find yourself amidst a clash: on one end, the day of labourers and worker rights, and on another bonfires, maypoles and dances. What does May Day look like in Germany? Let’s take a look!
What’s Christmas Eve like in Germany?
Christmas Eve is a special day in most countries all over the world, no matter if they share the faith or not – Germany is no different. Today, we’ll go over how Germany celebrates Christmas Eve. Let’s take a look!
Is it safe in Berlin?
Berlin is one of the most commonly visited cities in Europe and the largest and most populous city in Germany. It’s famous for its architecture, museums, sport venues and cultural events. If you’d like to see them too, you may be wondering just how safe Berlin is. Today, we’ll take a look at exactly that.