Quiz - how much do you know about Germany?

Put your knowledge of Germany to the test: from politics and culture to history and bizarre facts - our collection of quizzes has some fascinating questions for beginners and experts alike. Join in!

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Water, water, everywhere! How much do you know about Germany’s lakes, rivers and seas?

Lake Constance is Germany’s largest lake. Which of the following statements about it is true?

This is the source of which river?

The Röthbachfall is Germany’s highest waterfall. How many metres does the water plunge down?

Hamburg has more bridges than Amsterdam and Venice put together. But how many are there exactly?

In 1362, the island of Rungholt disappeared into the North Sea. What happened, according to legend?

Fascinating water worlds

Natural beauty from the south to the north: There are more than 12,000 lakes in Germany.

There are more than 12,000 lakes in Germany. We introduce you to the unique diversity of lakes - from Lake Constance to the Mecklenburg Lake District.

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Quantum, bio and micro: put your knowledge of the technologies of the future to the test!

The High-Tech Agenda Germany places the emphasis on six key technologies. Which of the following is not among them?

Quantum technology is considered a future technology - but what is it actually?

In 2025, the company Neura unveiled Germany’s first humanoid robot, “4NE1”. What does its name mean?

Microchips are made out of silicon. From which natural material is silicon extracted?

Europe’s fastest supercomputer is to be found in Germany. What is its name?

Heading towards the future

The High-Tech Agenda is intended to accelerate the path from research into practice.

The German government’s new High-Tech Agenda pools expertise in six key technologies - from AI to fusion research.

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How much do you know about Germany's involvement in the United Nations?

In which year did the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic become full members of the United Nations?

When was Germany last a non-permanent member of the Security Council?

Germany pays the ... contribution to the UN's regular budget.

Which German city hosts the most UN organizations?

What is the thematic focus of the UN organizations in Bonn?

The Security Council adopted ... resolutions during Germany's membership.

Germany’s commitment to the UN

Germany has been a dedicated member of the United Nations for over 50 years.

Germany does its duty through the UN in many different ways, from providing humanitarian aid to participating in peacekeeping missions.

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A brief ramble through the Federal States

Which German federal state has the most inhabitants?

The largest stretch of Lake Constance lies in which federal state?

Which is the smallest federal state?

Which federal state has the largest area?

Which of these cities is also a federal state?

The city of Dresden lies in which federal state?

Federal States of Germany

Whether you’re interested in economic regions, research centers, natural landscapes or cultural scenes – here you’re given an overview.

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What rights do children have in Germany and around the world?

What rights do children have in Germany?

What does the right to education mean for children?

Which organisation monitors compliance with children’s rights worldwide?

What was the goal of the 2021 draft law with respect to children’s rights in the Basic Law?

Protecting childhood – children’s rights in Germany and around the world

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child has the status of a federal law in Germany.

Children need special protection. Read here to find out the most important facts about the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and its implementation in Germany.

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What do you know about skilled crafts and trades in Germany?

How many skilled craft businesses are there in Germany?

What is the most popular recognized trade in skilled crafts?

How many professions are there in skilled crafts?

How long does the apprenticeship examination take?

What is a craftsman with full qualifications called?

Ten facts about skilled crafts

Modern skilled craftsmanship plays an important role in Germany.

The skilled crafts are the number one trainee instructor in Germany - and always looking for talent. Ten facts you should know.

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How much do you know about the DAAD?

When was the DAAD established?

How many international students had received funding from the DAAD as of 2024?

Pick the country from which the greatest number of international students are currently coming to Germany!

Which group of disciplines is the most popular among international students?

How many people are working for the DAAD?

Types of DAAD scholarships you should know

The DAAD supports international students and researchers.

Higher education, internships and research stays: these DAAD scholarships can make your dream of a sponsored stay in Germany come true.

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Put your knowledge of music from Germany to the test.

Which is the biggest music festival in Germany?

How does this song continue? “99 Luftballons…”

Which of these bands is not from Germany?

Which German single has been most successful on the streaming platform Spotify to date?

The hip-hop culture of which German city has been listed by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage?

German rap: from hardcore to party pop

Upbeat songs by “Fanta 4” are no less a part of German hip-hop than the gritty rhymes of artists like Kool Savas.

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What do you know about dual vocational training in Germany?

Which of the following is not a state-recognised occupation requiring vocational training?

In 2022, what percentage of apprentices and trainees were taken on by their firm once they qualified?

Lehrbrief der Schlosserinnung zu Nürnberg

How many recognised occupations requiring vocational training are there in Germany in 2025?

Which vocational training pays best, with a monthly salary of approx. 3,000 euros?

How many international trainees and apprentices were there in Germany in 2023?

Your path to vocational training in Germany

Are you interested in doing vocational training in Germany? We provide answers to your most important questions.

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Climbing high! What do you know about the Alps?

What is the symbolic plant of the Alps?

When was Germany’’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, climbed for the first time?

Which inhabitant of the Alps can be seen in the picture?

Why is a whip needed for the custom of <i>Aperschnalzen</i>?

How much of its life does a marmot spend in its burrow?

Six fascinating facts about the German Alps

Discover the highest mountains, picturesque lakes, spectacular cable cars – and find out the most important facts about Germany’s high mountain range

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8 May 1945 – What happened after the end of the Second World War?

What is the name of the conference in summer 1945 that regulated the restructuring of Europe and Germany’s future?

What was introduced on 8 May 1949, exactly four years after the war ended?

What is the name of the USA aid programme that contributed to the economic reconstruction of Europe?

In 1985, which politician was the first to designate 8 May 1945 as “Liberation Day” in the Federal Republic of Germany?

Which city was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany before Berlin?

“We must not observe with equanimity”

Political scientist Herfried Münkler in an interview regarding the Germans’ relationship with their Nazi past – and the resulting lessons that are still relevant today.

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Berlin! What do you know about the German capital?

Which famous sight is NOT to be found in Berlin?

Which drink is popular in Berlin?

What can be found in the sphere of the television tower?

What does the name “KaDeWe” stand for?

Who said the famous words “Ich bin ein Berliner”?

Berlin off the beaten track

Paddling through the idyllic waterways of New Venice in Berlin

Did you know that Venice is to be found in Berlin? Or what a typical East German flat looked like? Let us take you on a journey of discovery through the German capital!

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How much do you know about freedom of expression and the press in Germany?

In which article of the Basic Law is freedom of expression enshrined?

Where is freedom of expression restricted in Germany?

Who controls public service broadcasting in Germany?

Why is the media sometimes referred to as the “fourth estate”?

Which type of journalistic text expresses an opinion?

Where do the limits on freedom of expression begin?

Freedom of expression is highly valued in Germany.

Freedom of expression is a fundamental right in Germany – but it still has its limits. Putting this much-debated issue into context.

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Science in Germany – what do you know about Einstein, Planck and Co.?

Max Planck is regarded as the founder of quantum physics. Why did he almost not study physics?

Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen received the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Why didn’t he give a speech at the award ceremony?

Nuclear physicist Lise Meitner never received the Nobel Prize. How many times was she nominated?

Why reason did Albert Einstein give for not wanting to wear socks?

Philipp Reis is considered one of the inventors of the telephone. What was the first sentence ever spoken in a phone call?

Science and fun in ten minutes

Science Slams are all about making research fun and engaging.

A research topic, a lecture and an audience in search of inspiration. Curtain up for the Science Slam!

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How well do you know the German language?

How many dialect groups are there in Germany?

Which countries use German as an official language?

What are umlauts in German?

How many words (basic forms) did the German dictionary Duden contain in 2024?

How many words does a German native speaker use on average?

The word “Schnapsidee” exists only in German. What does it mean?

How German works

Everything you need to know about the German language.

Are you interested in language? You can find interesting answers to your questions about the German language here.

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Cheers! Put your knowledge of drinks in Germany to the test.

When was Germany’s beer purity law introduced?

What will you be served if you order a “Spezi” in a restaurant?

What is often mixed with sparkling water in Germany to make a Schorle?

Which of the following is traditionally served with an East Frisian tea?

Glühwein was first sold in bottles in Germany in 1956. Why was that previously not allowed?

Which mixed drinks are “typically German”?

Sparkling water with fruit juice, beer with everything. Mixed drinks have traditionally been popular in Germany - and are still very much on trend.

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How much do you know about Berlin’s Museum Island?

Why did the Prussian king Friedrich Wilhelm III have a museum built?

The James Simon Gallery is the island’s visitor centre. Who was James Simon?

What is the “Museum Island Master Plan”?

The Pergamon Altar is one of the highlights of Museum Island. Where was it originally located?

How much time passed between the opening of the oldest and the newest museum?

An island full of treasures

A major birthday in Berlin: Museum Island has delighted visitors with its architecture and art for 200 years. We show you what there is to discover.

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On your marks, get set, go: how much do you know about the Rhine-Ruhr World University Games?

How many sports are featured at the Rhine-Ruhr World University Games?

What kind of animal is the mascot “Wanda”?

© Florian Schwarzbach - Blackburn Photographie

What is the official title of the competition?

Why is the torch of the Rhine-Ruhr World University Games black?

Why are no national anthems played during medal ceremonies?

Rhine-Ruhr World University Games 2025: All you need to know about this major sporting event.

The World University Games torch comes to Bochum.

The most important student sports competition in the world: 10,000 athletes will take part in the World University Games.

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Join us underground and test your knowledge!

This government bunker was intended to provide protection for 30 days. What should not be missing there?

The rock passageways beneath Nuremberg are 700 years old. What is the background to their creation?

How does the greater horseshoe bat communicate?

What is the traditional miners’ greeting in Germany?

From what material is the 40,000-year-old figurine made that was found in a cave in Germany?

Germany's most beautiful caves

Ein echter Hingucker: Die Atta-Höhle im Sauerland

Stalagmites, stalactites and fossils: you can discover impressive natural treasures underground.

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Learning from nature: test your knowledge about bionics.

What does the term lotus effect refer to?

Which pattern from nature inspired this shape-shifting façade?

Who studied natural phenomena early on and is therefore considered the first bionic researcher?

Which invention was inspired by body parts of crayfish?

What was patented in 1920 and is therefore considered the first German bionic invention?

Learning from pine cones

Researchers in Germany are using creative ideas from nature to develop innovative technology.

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Join us on a journey through Germany and put your knowledge to the test!

You’re bound to recognise some of these landmarks. Which of them was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2025?

“Germany is at the peak of beauty in summer.” Which writer is this quote from?

Which of these attractions is the most frequently visited in Germany, with six million visitors a year?

The hotel “Zum Roten Bären” in Freiburg is considered the oldest inn in Germany. How old are its foundations?

The Oktoberfest in Munich attracts millions of tourists every year. Which traditional Bavarian phrase is used to open the festivities?

Travel across Germany all year round

Worth a visit all year round: the German Alps

When and where is Germany at its best? Here’s some inspiration for planning your next holiday.

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Campus traditions and curiosities: put your knowledge of German universities to the test!

Which subject can you not study in Germany?

The university in Heidelberg was founded in 1386. When was a university last established in Germany?

A doctoral thesis written at the University of Münster in 2006 went down in history. Why?

These walls have stories to tell. For more than 100 years, what was this site in Heidelberg used for?

The “Gänseliesel” in Göttingen is inextricably linked to the university’s history. Which statement about the statue is true?

Eight tips on taking a degree course in Germany

Workshops prepare students specifically for the employment market.

How good does my German need to be, how do I find the right university, and are there any scholarships? Find the answers here.

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Do you have green fingers? Put your knowledge of gardening to the test!

Allotments are also known as “Schrebergärten” in Germany. Where does this name come from?

Which German model is this variety of rose named after?

What does it mean when someone says “Unkraut vergeht nicht” (weeds never die)?

It is estimated that 25 million of these are to be found in German gardens. What are we talking about?

The English Garden in Munich is one of the world’s largest city parks. What is it NOT possible to do there?

Tropical greenhouses in Germany

The Discover DE series takes you on a journey through Germany: this time to tropical greenhouses.

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What do you know about the gaming scene in Germany?

What percentage of Germans play on PCs, consoles, smartphones or tablets?

In which city is the world’s largest video games fair Gamescom held?

What is the average age of gamers in Germany?

What is the percentage of women in the German gaming scene?

In which game did the German e-sports player Umut Gültekin become world champion in 2022?

A land of gamers

Germany is the largest video game market in Europe and home to Gamescom, the world’s biggest gaming trade fair.

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What do you know about the German language?

How many people in the world speak German as their mother tongue or second language?

In which country is German not one of the official languages?

Which letters occur most frequently in German?

Which of the following languages is not a Germanic language, like German itself?

In which country is a Creole language spoken that is based on German?

Fun facts about the German language

By the way, do you know why it’s possible to form such amazingly long words in German?

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What do you know about the reunification?

On which date did Germany celebrate its reunification?

How many roads were divided by the Wall?

Who accidentally opened the Wall during a press conference?

Which US President said the famous words: “Mister Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”

When did the construction of the Wall begin?

For how many years was Germany divided?

Which fruit became a symbol for the fall of the Wall?

Germany – divided then, unified now

Here are some images of places in Germany before and after the Fall of the Berlin Wall.

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How well do you know the German forest?

How much area do forests cover in Germany?

How many trees grow in Germany?

Which fairy tale is set in the forest?

What species of trees is most common in Germany?

How many species of trees grow in German forests?

Which of these birds does not live in the forest?

How old is the oldest tree in Germany thought to be?

What is the name of the largest low mountain range in Germany?

Germans have a unique connection with forests – at least, that’s what people say.

Enchanted – an emotional view of the Black Forest

Here’s a countdown of fascinating forest facts.

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What do you know about Christmas in Germany?

A popular pre-Christmas tradition is the...

When do most Christmas markets open?

What do Germans like to drink at Christmas markets?

Which of the following is not a Christmas biscuit?

What percentage of Germans celebrate Christmas?

How many Christmas trees are bought in Germany each year?

When do most Germans give each other their Christmas presents?

Which of the following is a popular Christmas meal served on 24 December?

German cake is loved all over the world

According to patisseries, this is not how to cut a Baumkuchen.

What actually is a Baumkuchen (pyramid cake)? Why is it so popular worldwide? Where does it get its name? Find out everything you need to know about this cult delicacy here.

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What do you know about human rights?

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights resulted above all from the experiences of World War II and the crimes committed by the German National Socialists. In which year did the United Nations adopt the declaration?

How many articles are there in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

“All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” Which article of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states this?

Who is mainly responsible for the implementation of human rights?

Which German city is now dubbed the City of Peace and Human Rights, because of its involvement for human rights and for coming to terms with its Nazi past?

For a long time now, Germany and France have been involved worldwide for human rights. In which year did they begin awarding the joint Franco-German Prize for Human Rights and the Rule of Law?

Why human rights are worth fighting for

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed 70 years ago. What has improved in the meantime, and which challenges still remain.