Everyday life
Going on a hike
I love going hiking in nature. I usually go hiking in the Harz mountains. I like to hike right up to the top of the mountain and then look down from the top
Shared by Boookprincess
Traditions and everyday life in Germany
Festivals, 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 11 of 14Personal keepsakes from members in Germany
Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
Tradition
Ice skating in winter
In december my friends and i always have the tradition to go ice skating and only in december cuz thats the only time where the ice rink opens where i live.
Shared by Sammy0o0
Everyday life
My Chickens
I love my chickens because they’re funny, curious, and full of personality. They make every day more interesting and always bring a smile to my face!
Shared by LukAs1
Activity
Taking pictures to collect memories
I love love loveee taking pictures of everything and everyone I find beautiful, just to look back and remember the great moments I’ve experienced!!!
Shared by marja3013
Place
Home on the island
the island in the northern sea that me and my family have been spending months on every year since i turned five. feels like coming home every time.
Shared by julietthague
Tradition
Carnival celebrations
From November until ~mid of February we celebrate carnival, where kids and adults train a year for dances and shows that are presented on stages.
Shared by Bridemassacre
Event
Anne Frank Day in my school
The Anne Frank day happens every year on Anne Franks birthday. Its an day to remember her and her family and other victims of the Holocaust.
Shared by onemorningiwokeupasabug
Event
dominic fike concert!
this was so much fun and we almost got barricade! I brought bracelets to gift to people before the show and everybody was really sweet :)
Shared by nellie_aurelie
Place
Nature Sunrise
A recent sunrise from where I was in vacation. Beautiful view at mountains and the forest, which really captures the nature of Germany!!
Shared by earthowl
Event
Christmas Market
I love going to many Christmas markets and ren fairs throughout the hole year. My family and me have a few staples we visit every year.
Shared by The_Odd_Corvus
Place
Stroll through the castle park
Just walk mindlessly through the park while music plays through your EarPods and watch the people or admire the beautiful surroundings.
Shared by vaeyth
Place
Old tree
One of the most beautiful old trees here. They are typical for this region but If they could speak they had to Tell a lot of stories
Shared by Charlotte Husky Lady
Place
enjoying nature on my doorstep
Enjoy nature, autumn and the sounds of the woods. Find your middle and be aware of the little things in life that count the most.
Shared by BavarianWood
Activity
Cocktail/Mocktail night with friends
Me and my friends will choose a theme and then all create a drink that matches the theme and then we vote for the best drink :)
Shared by mi-ka
Tradition
Carnival is fun
Dress up in fun costumes and have fin with friends.You also go watch the parade ,where they throw candy from their vehicles.
Shared by ren0212
Place
About Heidelberg
I live nearby Heidelberg, the city, which has the oldest university of Germany and the most famous castle ruin of the world.
Shared by Walter
Place
Stadtpark Singen
It was once for an event called the Landesgartenschau but is now a very nice to look at green space with hidden art pieces.
Shared by I.rain_a.lot
Everyday life
Star watching
Watching the stars at night and finding some airplanes that are flying around at night relaxes me. Also watching the moon.
Shared by Juliet :)
Place
Purce Nature!
We do have a nature park in our district. I love this area very much for its beauty, tranquillity and peaceful atmosphere!
Shared by cheerfulness
Activity
Go for a walk in the nature
In my town we have a little park where it´s perfect to enjoy the nature and go for a walk or to do some sports outside.
Shared by mivayn
Tradition
Chinese New Year
All Chinese people try their best to return home on this day just to have dinner at the same table with their families.
Shared by Mandy Liu
Tradition
Doodles on the bar bathroom walls
The bar that I work at has a rule, where who ever goes into the bathroom gotta draw smth on the walls, I really love it
Shared by LexaLaMandarine
Place
A forresty road in a town near me
I like to go on walks here with friends or on my own just to get ideas. It really helps get my creative juices flowing.
Shared by R1800s
Activity
Collecting shells
I love being in the north of germany! I live the beaches there. These shells i collected at the elb beach in hamburg!
Shared by Guada0509
Activity
Schoolwork i have
presentation on CRISPR for biology advanced!! Almost done with this one... still two more to go (yayyy (I wanna die))
Shared by lalelulifa
Activity
A morning breeze on the rooftop:)
A part of my current job consists of fixing metal parts on rooftops. You can get a nice view from up there sometimes.
Shared by Vazebra
Family life
Christmas time
Christmas tree and gifts pictured with my friends. We changed the Christmas tree ornaments to black ones this year!
Shared by Jxlxy
Place
The very South of the Black Forest
View from a village in the very South of the Black Forest in South Germany over the Rhine river towards Switzerland
Shared by Gwynevra
Place
My fav place
every summer, me and my friends drive to the nearby lake in the evenings to swim, chat and listen to some music
Shared by helenamarinaa
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