Travel during the Christmas season – This is what rail travel should look like...
More trains are to run in Germany around the holidays than before. Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer announces a significant expansion of rail traffic.
Around...
Full time vs Part-time working Hours in Germany
On average, employees in Germany have some of the shortest working hours in Europe. Yes, you are right! It seems that Germany is an...
School holiday system in Germany
Maybe you are planning your next holiday to your desired place. But, oops, you have school kids, so you have to plan your holiday...
Wrong parking and speeding – Federal Council decides on new fines
Wrong parking and speeding will probably become significantly more expensive this year - if the Bundesrat agrees on Friday. An overview of the planned...
Some significant changes in lifestyle on this month in Germany (October series )
From today we will try to start a series post on regards to our german lifestyle. Yes, you will see those separately in many...
Types of employment contracts in Germany
There are several different types of employment contracts in Germany. However, permanent employment contracts are by far the most common.
Permanent labour contract (unbefristeter Arbeitsvertrag)
A permanent...
Understanding Germany’s New Electronic Sick Note System
In Germany, a new electronic sick note system has been implemented since January 1st, 2023. Employees no longer need to pass a physical paper...
Germany’s newly elected parliament has held its first meeting at the Bundestag
Four weeks after the federal election on September 26, Germany's newly elected parliament has held its first meeting at the Bundestag.
The lower house of...
Schloss Drachenburg or Drachenburg Castle
Schloss Drachenburg or Drachenburg Castle is a private villa styled as a palace constructed in the late 19th century. It was completed in only...
Approval request is planned – Biontech: Vaccination suitable for younger children
Biontech and Pfizer want to apply for approval of their vaccine for children up to the age of eleven as soon as possible. Health...