Get to know Germany
How do Germans live? What do they eat? What trends do they like? Insights into everyday life in Germany.
How women live and work in Germany
The gender pay gap and a quota for the proportion of women: the gender equality debate in Germany. A reality check in figures.
What is important for children in Germany
A study reveals children’s wishes, values and concerns – and their attitude to refugees. Here are the most important facts
This is how the German school system works
Do schools charge fees? Why is school compulsory? We explain the peculiarities of the German school system.
Surfing in Germany – six facts
Discover here whether men or women spend more time on the Internet, and how many people in Germany actually use WhatsApp.
#Quickfacts: Children in Germany
Around 13 million children live in Germany, that’s 16 percent of the population. How do they grow up? We have some #Quickfacts for you! For more information visit
Germany’s most popular beers
Pilsner or wheat? Germany is seen as the country of good beer. Here are the regional specialities.
Where young Germans would most like to live
Young people want to live in cities – don’t they? We asked young Germans and received some surprising replies.
Just don’t!
Typically German? These nine things really don’t go down very well in Germany. A tongue-in-cheek warning.
Weddings in Germany
Celebrating weddings is still very popular in Germany. We present an overview of traditional customs and some surprising facts.
How much do Germans earn?
A look at the differences in pay between different regions and occupations – and why moving to Ingolstadt could be worthwhile.
Ten facts about the job market in Germany
How many people are in gainful employment and where do they work? Here are some key facts, and a surprising number relating to the “industrious Germans”.
Germany’s most popular travel destinations
Every year, Germany attracts around 37 million tourists from all over the world. What do they like best? The most popular destination of international guests was a surprise.
How young Germans want to work
A successful career isn’t everything. Young employees want flexible working hours, flat hierarchies and a positive work-life balance – but also security.
Eager handshakes and chaotic queues: On German manners
After decades of living in the country, DW's Louisa Schaefer, from the US, is still baffled at times when in comes to national etiquette norms.
How Germany works
Working at the office from 9 to 5? That’s a thing of the past. Here you can discover different work models that exist in Germany alongside traditional full-time employment.
Mobile with free local transport?
Bus, car or bike? How Germans prefer to travel, and why it is causing political debate.
A Guide to German Etiquette
Nothing’s as easy as sticking your foot in it when you’re abroad. But don’t worry. Here the do's and don’ts.
The games Germany plays
Hazarding a guess, rolling the dice and making deductions are what Germans enjoy in a good game. Here are the most popular games and a gaming trend for 2018.
Magical Christmas markets
Germany’s cities are filled with the glitter and aromas of Christmas. Six popular Christmas markets and their specialities.
Selflessly serving society
We present society’s indispensable helpers: volunteers. Germans give a great deal of their time to different causes.
What Germany believes
About two thirds of Germans believe in God, one third have no religious belief. Germany guarantees religious freedom – everyone can make their own decision for or against a faith.
How families live in Germany
Why many Germans do not become parents until late in life, and how families are supported by the state.
“Germans don’t like standing out”
From designer dresses to tennis socks: It’s hard to capture German fashion taste. But a new book tries to do just that anyway.
What Germany is reading
Goethe, Schiller, Brecht and Hesse are known all over the world. But what do Germans themselves most like to read? We have some reading tips.
How Germany holidays
Summer at last! The entire country is in holiday mood. Where Germans are going on holiday and what is most important for them.
What people share in Germany
Car, bike, apartment – sharing instead of owning is in. Here are the most popular sharing models.
What do Germans laugh about?
Can Germans be humorous? Seriously? A quick look at the evidence.
What people are drinking in Germany
Aromatic, fruity or dry: the summer in Germany has some very tempting cool drinks that are great in autumn, too. Four trends.
Housing in Germany
What is German Gemütlichkeit? Find out what a typical living room looks like and which piece of furniture is a must.
What Germany likes to watch
Many German TV series have become export hits – thanks to international streaming services. Here are four tips.
Where the average German lives
A small town in the Palatinate is considered the most average municipality in Germany and therefore functions as a test area for market researchers.
How do people eat in Germany?
More vegetables, but less fruit and too much meat overall: the German Nutrition Society examines the Germans’ eating habits in its latest Nutrition Report.