Germany and the U.S.
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Berlin
Not without America
Wolfgang Ischinger, chairman of the Munich Security Conference explains why Europe must become more independent, yet cannot forgo its alliance with the US.
History part 2: War and peace
The USA played a crucial role during the First and Second World Wars and made a significant contribution to the Allies’ victories.
Quiz
Trip to Germany
Germany's top destinations
Berlin, Munich, Hamburg – the cities topping the list of Germany's most popular destinations come as no surprise. But who would have had Ramsau or Oberwesel on their radar?
‘Must-see’ cities
Ten German cities with something special to offer far from the main tourist destinations
We show you our favourite places
Away from the tourist routes: the editors of deutschland.de reveal insider tips for your next trip to Germany.
Invitation to a little trip around the world
Why travel around the globe? We show you where Germany is as beautiful as Venice, southern France or Florida.
America is different. Germany is, too
Cornelia Funke talks about the high regard many Americans have for Germans, but also about German anti-Americanism and how the world can overcome nationalism.
History part 1: America’s German roots
Germans are the largest immigrant group in the USA – and yet are the least visible.
Wunderbar together
The Year of German-American Friendship aims to encourage exchange and encounter – especially at a time of political differences.
“Closest partner outside Europe”
Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has opened the German Year in the USA in Washington.
“Open and cordial”
Bettina Fleck is doing research at the universities in Stanford and Berkeley
“Our connections will remain strong”
Terry McCarthy is President of the American Academy in Berlin.
Weekly fact
50
is the number of federal
states in the USA
16
is the number of federal
states in Germany
Faces and Moments
The faces, the stories, the shared history – the German-American friendship in pictures.