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Designed to be a short-term fix, Germany’s ‘Fiktionsbescheinigung’ has increasingly become a standard part of the immigration process. We spoke to experts to un

Around six million people visit Germany’s Kölner Dom or Cologne Cathedral every year. Admission had always been free, but starting July 1st this has changed.

Cologne Cathedral has laid out plans to charge tourist visitors, starting in July. They will be asked to pay €12 each, to help cover maintenance costs. It still

For any young people looking for a route into life in Germany, the ‘FSJ’ program is an often overlooked opportunity. Here’s how it works and who can apply.

With the rising cost of petrol and flight tickets, many people in Germany are opting to travel by train for a summer ‘staycation’. Here are five destinations yo

In the first six months of operation of the new EU digital border system, the Entry-Exit System (EES), more than 8,700 travellers were denied entry into Europe'

The summer holidays are just around the corner, with children in the states of Hessen, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland already looking forward to completing t

Ever wondered what it’s like to wake up behind the thick stone walls where royalty and aristocrats once rested their heads? A surprising number of Germany’s cas

Dogs are part of everyday life in Germany – but the rules around leashes, noise and shared spaces can be surprisingly strict. Whether you own a dog or not, here

Germany has a strong wellness culture that dates back more than 2,000 years. If you’re looking to take a dip in mineral waters or sweat it out in the sauna, spa

From alpine lakes to fairy‑tale castles and Black Forest panoramas, these eight destinations capture Baden‑Württemberg at its most beautiful, surprising and qui

German wine is under pressure – but it’s never been more interesting. From everyday bottles to special‑occasion standouts, here are eight German wines worth see