Discover the quirks, customs, and cultural truths of Germany

Germans are formal—especially with strangers. Using “du” too soon can be a major faux pas!

Don’t blast music or vacuum on Sundays. Quiet hours are sacred 🕊️

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German uses the same alphabet as English, plus a few special characters: ä, ö, ü, and ß

Even 5 minutes late can be seen as disrespectful. Be early. Always.

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Card? Not Always Accepted

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Most stores close on Sundays. Plan ahead or go without!

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Beer is tradition. Regional pride runs deep in every pint

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There are bins for everything. Don’t mix them unless you want glares

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