Traditions and everyday life in GermanyFestivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in Germany. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.
403 keepsakes from Germany (206 traditions and culture, 197 personal) · page 10 of 14Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
This was a beautiful day trip in June. I was visiting the Rheingau area near where I live. The area is known for wine and good food. I highly recommend to explore the Rheingau whenever you visit Germany! :)
Shared by Endless_Star
Although I live in the city, there are many birds around. Doves, crows and magpies are daily visitors, but I can also spot robins, tits, seagulls, finches and even birds of prey like sparrow hawks and buzzards.
Shared by rubecula
Charlemagne made Aachen his main residence. In Aachen Cathedral, you can also see his famous throne, which was later used by many German kings. Aachen is close to where I live, so I visit the city quite often.
Shared by MiaTie
Where the Dom city turns into the Shark Tank. It's more than just a game. Experiencing Cologne hockey means thrilling action and sharing the ultimate emotional rollercoaster with your family and friends.
Shared by SaGa 11
My friend group regularly meets to do creative activities together like pottery, making friendship bracelets, or painting! Some of us have access to different materials, so we get to test out new stuff.
Shared by favenius
I like to take walks around our village. Sometimes it feels boring, like it's always the same, but I'll see interesting things or animals nearly every time. And there are a lot of routes to select from.
Shared by Lucina1982
Lake Constance "Bodensee" is a 63 km long lake in the Alpine foothills between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. In summer there are good conditions for sailing, windsurfing and swimming.
Shared by Peanut007
Germans are very direct people. We usually say exactly what we really think. We are not very good with smalltalk, but when we are friendly we really mean it. So do not worry when you talk to a German.
Shared by Mares_H
I love dogs and especially the big ones. My favorite breed are Rottweilers. Every now and then i visit a friend of my mom who breeds Rottweilers. I enjoy every second with these wonderful beings! :)
Shared by Wild Farmer 08
If you are a german dad you go "kegeln" and you have "Kegelbrüder". Kegeln is kinda like bowling. Once a month the typical german dad meets up with their friends and go kegeln. It is kinda cute :)
Shared by wishfullunicorn
Usually you meet up with a friend or friends at a Café, order something to drink and talk about absolutely everything. Gossip is always welcome! I love me some good quality time with my friends.
Shared by zizig0m
Have you heard of red envelopes containing money for kids and elderly that are given as gifts? We also wear traditional clothes and prepare many traditional meals to eat together and celebrate.
Shared by softie
My city is located on the seashore, and this is probably the most valuable thing we have here. After all, the sea is a place where you can see seagulls, ships, swans and even a rainbow.
Shared by Kate Makaron
Less than an hour by train from Dresden and still one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to. Really great for hiking, biking and climbing and just seeing beautiful nature!
Shared by LosVossos
Sometimes, I like to go out and explore new places nearby my town! I found this cool bridge and took a picture of the lake :) I remember a cute old lady feeding the ducks there
Shared by giolawa
This is my favorite little cafe in Munich where I like to go with friends or by myself at least once a week! I love the coffee but the hot chocolate is the best in my opinion!
Shared by emiliaadorni
A friend of mine, has a band and sometimes they make some concerts. This was one of them and I was there as the grill master to help them make some money for the band.
Shared by Ashi13
I love archery - i am doing this sport already 5 years. Viola da Gamba - the instrument i am plaing. Places near my home - i live in the suburbs, close to the nature.
Shared by snowdropfairy
All people in the east frisian region drink black tea with cream and a big chunk of sugar (called Kluntje) everyday and in the afternoon mostly with friends of family.
Shared by seyenteiin
i have lived in my hometown for twenty years now and i feel very comfortable here. i especially love to walk through the forest and look at the view of the whole city.
Shared by MalChaos
This is a place to relax near where I live. Complete peace and quiet reign there, far removed from the noise of the big city; only the chirping of birds can be heard.
Shared by Dabu09
Vacation in Cuxhaven. We spend the days going different activities like golfing, swimming and shopping. The water was still cold :(. Although, we had an amazing time.
Shared by Maigo
In Nrw, a federal state in the west of germany, there is a parc, where you can look at mammut trees. It is very cool and extremely impressive to see these big boys.
Shared by Chickenlover13
On graduation of highschool, they'll close the school for a period of time and play games with the students and have a match against teachers (volleyball/soccer)
Shared by STAYaroundtheworld
The river is probably the most beautiful place in my hometown and it is the best spot to chill in the summer and have a good time with friends or a little swim
Shared by lui.x
This is one of my favorite freetime activities. I started there with 10 years and hope to be there for a long time :-) In the pictures you can see my firehouse.
Shared by Redwitch07
Many people see the city Frankfurt am Main as NYC because of the high buildings and overall the vibe the city has. It even has its own song 069 by Haftbefehl.
Shared by g1zm
I paint postcards and sell them in order to support children suffering from cancer. The headline of the postcard says: If you leave me, I will go with you!
Shared by cheerfulness
On the first day of first grade, each student gets a large paper cone filled with sweets and presents of all kinds. It's called "Schultüte", a school cone.
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