Weeks of the German Language

Banner "Weeks of the German Language" 2020 Weeks of the German Language / Logo: German Embassy Nicosia

The Weeks of the German Language are organised by the embassies of Austria, Germany, Switzerland and the Goethe-Institut Cyprus. During this time a variety of events will take place, which will focus on the German language and the cultures of the three German-speaking countries. In addition to concerts and various film screenings, there will be exhibitions and an interactive art project.

On the occasion of the German presidency of the EU Council, the Goethe-Institut Cyprus is presenting an interactive installation entitled Disappearing Wall. The Disappearing Wall will be presented during the Weeks of the German Language at three locations in Cyprus: in Nicosia, Limassol and Nicosia North. In addition, the exhibition Falling Walls: Looking through Conflict Narratives by Visual Voices will take place in the Event Hall of the Goethe-Institut.

The Berlinale Film Festival Selection will again be held as part of the Weeks of the German Language in the Event Hall of the Goethe-Institut. A selection of the best new German language films will be presented.

This year the Weeks of the German Language start on Saturday, 24 October 2020 with the Disappearing Wall at Faneromeni Square and end on Sunday, 29 November  2020 with the Disappearing Wall at the Dikilitaş/Sarayönü Meydanı.

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