Sports and Leisure

German basketball legend Dirk Nowitzki has announced his retirement after playing a record 21 seasons for the Dallas Mavericks.

From the legendary Pong machine to an esports bar: hot spots for gamers and budding gaming enthusiasts.

Relaxing on the sofa and watching others play on YouTube. Germany’s best-known gamers explain the fascination of esports.

Is it really sport? While football associations argue about whether to admit esports, the industry is pinning its hopes on gigantic growth figures.

Industry trends, women in the gaming scene, and e-sports: this week, everything in Berlin will be revolving around gaming.

Ride the rollercoasters, explore fantastical worlds, and see wild animals up close – there’s so much to discover at Germany’s top attractions

A glossary for the carnival season in Germany

Third division teams rarely make the headlines but VfL Osnabrück and their coach, Daniel Thioune are different.

Great cinema, provocative art, thrilling sport: three talents who will surprise us.

The “Oide Wiesn”, the traditional fairground at the Munich Oktoberfest, captivates visitors with the nostalgic charm of olden times.

The Bundesliga begins its 56th season at the weekend. What you need to know for starters.