Germany's 'temporary' permits are becoming an ongoing issue for foreign residents

Germany's 'temporary' permits are becoming an ongoing issue for foreign residents

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

June 8, 2026 · 1 min
Cologne Cathedral to charge tourists €12 for entry

Cologne Cathedral to charge tourists €12 for entry

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.

June 3, 2026 · 1 min
Germany: Cologne Cathedral to charge tourists €12 for entry

Germany: Cologne Cathedral to charge tourists €12 for entry

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

June 2, 2026 · 1 min
How a 'voluntary social year' in Germany can open doors and pay the bills

How a 'voluntary social year' in Germany can open doors and pay the bills

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.

May 29, 2026 · 1 min
Five summer holiday destinations in Germany you can reach by train

Five summer holiday destinations in Germany you can reach by train

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

May 27, 2026 · 1 min
EES: 8,700 overstayers snared since launch of EU's new Schengen border checks

EES: 8,700 overstayers snared since launch of EU's new Schengen border checks

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'

May 20, 2026 · 1 min
When do schools across Germany start summer holidays in 2026?

When do schools across Germany start summer holidays in 2026?

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

May 7, 2026 · 1 min
Eight German castles where you can spend the night

Eight German castles where you can spend the night

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

April 23, 2026 · 1 min
When and where do dogs have to be on a leash in Germany?

When and where do dogs have to be on a leash in Germany?

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

April 10, 2026 · 1 min
Germany's best 'Kur' towns for wellness and why you should visit

Germany's best 'Kur' towns for wellness and why you should visit

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

April 9, 2026 · 1 min
Eight places everyone should visit in Baden-Württemberg

Eight places everyone should visit in Baden-Württemberg

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

March 12, 2026 · 1 min
Eight German wines you have to try

Eight German wines you have to try

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

February 20, 2026 · 1 min