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Ansicht der Reeperbahn in der Nacht. Port stories
400 years of the Reeperbahn
Welcome to the world’s most sinful mile
The Reeperbahn turns 400: here are the ten most interesting facts about this iconic strip – plus what links the Beatles to Hamburg’s party zone.
Die Statsraad Lehmkuhl zählt zu den Höhepunkten des Hamburger Hafengeburtstags Port stories
The sailing ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl
Just ropes and rigging, no TikTok
The Statsraad Lehmkuhl, an impressive three-mast sailing ship, will visit Hamburg for the port anniversary. Its young sailors are very excited.
Die 2017 eröffnete Elbphilharmonie ist das bekannteste Wahrzeichen der Hamburger HafenCity. Port stories
HafenCity Hamburg
Well-prepared for storm surges
Hamburgs HafenCity was built on Elbe silt and elevated high to protect it from flooding. Its risk management is sophisticated, with four surprising facts.
Beate Meißner und Cornelia Stauß Housing
Flatsharing
Living together, learning from each other
Many senior citizens in German cities are living in large flats on their own, while young people struggle to find housing. A project in Berlin brings those two groups together.
Rückansicht Von Mädchen Auf Schaukel Housing
Facts and photos
Under German roofs
From tiny houses to large-panel buildings: a photographic journey through different types of housing and social realities in Germany.
Die meisten Menschen in Deutschland leben zur Miete. Relocating to Germany
Housing
How to find a flat in Germany
Rent, ancillary costs, internet access: find out, what you need to look out for on your search for a place to live.
In Deutschland leben 30 Prozent der Studierenden in einer Wohngemeinschaft. Housing
Fun facts
Everything you need to know about the German way of life
From shared flats and rubbish separation to nighttime quiet hours: read some fascinating facts about the German way of life.
Bunte Eier gehören in Deutschland zum Osterfest. Easter 2026
Europe
Easter bunnies and colourful eggs: where the Easter traditions originate
Easter is the most important Christian festival. Find out more about how it is celebrated these days in Germany.
Süddeutschland: Schwarzwälder Tracht mit rotem Bollenhut, traditionell von unverheirateten Frauen getragen Clichés
Identity
More than clothing: the meaning of traditional dress
Cultural studies expert Simone Egger explains why traditional dress is far more than just a cliché in Germany and why it is again giving young people a sense of identity.
Thousands of people gathered in Berlin to protest against sexualized violence DW German News Service
Society
Germany debates rape law to tackle AI and online abuse
Calls are growing for Germany to update its rape law after a celebrity case involving "deepfakes" caused an uproar. Campaigners are also pushing for a move to the "only yes means yes" principle of active consent.
Menschen bilden einen Stuhlkreis. Clichés
Intercultural coaching
There’s no such thing as the “typical German” - or is there?
Intercultural coach Mala Ullal hears on a daily basis about how international skilled professionals experience misunderstandings in their work. What comes as a surprise to many, and what really matters.
Dos and don’ts in Germany: being late? Don’t even think about it.
Just don’t!
Typically German? These nine things really don’t go down very well in Germany. A tongue-in-cheek warning.

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