by Herr Knaffge | Aug 19, 2023 | Sights
Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most famous and visited castles in the world and has a rich history and many interesting facts. Here are some facts and figures about the 150m long castle: Location: Neuschwanstein Castle is located in the state of Bavaria, near the...
by Herr Knaffge | Aug 19, 2023 | Law
Compared to many other countries, Germany has a number of public holidays that can be traced back either to its Christian tradition or to important dates in German history. It is also worth noting that public holidays in Germany can vary from state to state. Here are...
by Herr Knaffge | Apr 7, 2023 | culture
Easter is an important holiday in Germany, celebrated every year in spring. It is a festival that has both religious and cultural significance. In this article we will look at the different customs and traditions associated with Easter in Germany. We will also take a...
by Herr Knaffge | Mar 21, 2023 | Language
Die rot gekennzeichneten Schimpfwörter sind besonders stark beleidigend! Aas Carrion – Not to be confused with ass, it is usually used in the 3rd person “Peter is such a carrion” http://germanylists.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Aas.mp3 Aasgeier Vulture – this word...
by Herr Knaffge | Mar 8, 2023 | culture, Language
“SIE” is not always the more polite form of address! In Germany or in the German language, using the form of address “Sie” is not always the more polite form! I just watched a video for native English speakers who are learning German and I have...
