Cultural topics for German learners

A woman using a yellow recycling bin in Germany

Sep 13, 2023

A guide to recycling in Germany

Germany is renowned for its focus on environmentalism, so it should come as no surprise that recycling is an integral...

Female German film director on set

Sep 13, 2023

The 7 most famous German film directors of all time 

German cinema has had a turbulent history. A market collapse and industry turmoil in the 1960s even led several German...

Three different German Girocards

Sep 08, 2023

A beginner’s guide to the EC card (Girocard) in Germany

The EC card was initially conceived as a “Eurocheque” card that allowed customers to withdraw cash from ATMs in Germany...

Young happy people saying hello to each other in Swiss German

Sep 08, 2023

10 ways to say hello in Swiss German

Getting ready for your next stay in Switzerland? In order to make the most of your experience, it will definitely...

Models on a catwalk wearing fashion from German designers

Sep 08, 2023

8 German fashion designers you need to know

When we think of haute couture and iconic fashion figures, German fashion designers are often overshadowed by their French counterparts....

Happy male doctor with a mother and child explaining Swiss health insurance

Sep 06, 2023

Everything you need to know about Swiss health insurance

Switzerland might be renowned for its efficient public services, but Swiss health insurance can be complex. If you’re living in...

Swiss flag waving in front of a mountain range as a symbol of the most famous Swiss people

Sep 06, 2023

9 famous Swiss people you need to know

Many famous Swiss people have had a profound impact on the world outside their mountainous Central European country. From athletes...

A guide to living in France vs. Germany

Aug 31, 2023

A guide to living in France vs. Germany

As the two powerhouses of the European Union, France and Germany play a central role in the politics of continental...

5 must-see German rivers

Aug 30, 2023

5 must-see German rivers

With well over 4,000 miles of interconnected rivers, canals, streams and lakes, Germany boasts one of the most developed inland...

2 cheerful women in traditional Swiss clothing

Aug 30, 2023

6 facts about traditional Swiss clothing

While you are likely familiar with traditional German clothing (thanks in no small part to Oktoberfest), you may be less...

Pregnant woman holding an ultrasoun picture and planning her maternity leave in Switzerland

Aug 30, 2023

How to plan your maternity leave in Switzerland

Switzerland is renowned for its incredible quality of life, making it an attractive place to have and raise children. If...

A Swiss residence permit in a passport

Aug 25, 2023

Swiss residence permits: A guide

If you’re dreaming of pursuing a career in the financial hub of Zurich or would simply like to wake up...