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Experience the diversity of Germany: Immerse yourself in the everyday life of students, read fascinating testimonials from young professionals, and discover tips for must-see places. Here you’ll get a taste of life in Germany.

  • Frankly ... integrated

    Studying with an Immigration Background

    What influence does an immigrant background have on education and educational opportunities in Germany? Sineb El Masrar writes about the decisive factors in getting students from immigrant families through school – and into university.

    Pupils sit at separate tables Photo (detail): Bernd Wüstneck © picture alliance / dpa Photo (detail): Bernd Wüstneck © picture alliance / dpa

  • Detours | Zipfelbund

    Germany from all sides

    The name alone is puzzling: what on earth is meant by the word “Zipfelbund”? And what might a Zipfel Passport, Zipfel Prize and Zipfel Pact refer to? But be warned: you will need quite a bit of time if you want to see everything.
     

    Where in Germany will you get to if you want to visit the Zipfelbund? Photo (detail): © Adobe Photo (detail): © Adobe

  • #MyJob

    “Germany is worth it”

    Alejandro – Alex – Madrigal works as a data analyst in Berlin. The Costa Rican came to Germany in May 2022 on a “jobseeker visa”. One thing is for certain: he wants to stay.

    young man Photo (detail): © Ula Brunner Photo (detail): © Ula Brunner

  • For-free Shops

    It’s a Gift!

    “For free” and “shop” – is that a contradiction in terms? Not in Germany’s 25 or so for-free shops: they offer second-hand shopping at zero cost. The reality is colourful, democratic and highly sustainable.
     

    Step inside: “Umsonstladen Greifswald” – the Greifswald for-free shop. Photo (detail): © Umsonstladen Greifswald Photo (detail): © Umsonstladen Greifswald

  • Detours | Augsburg

    Outstanding Water Culture

    It’s hard to believe, but Augsburg has more bridges than Venice, not to mention wonderful fountains and countless small streams running through the city! The Romans built the first aqueduct and the Augsburgers later perfected the water system – a prime example of Swabian engineering skill in Bavaria’s oldest city.
     

    Venice? No, Augsburg! Incidentally, there are more bridges here than in the Italian city of gondolas. Photo (detail): © Adobe Photo (detail): © Adobe

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What should I cook when the fridge is empty at the end of the month? How can I save the world along the way? And how do I survive my studies? Discover more tips, quirky facts, and funny stories about life in Germany in the online magazine “#DeutschlandNoFilter.”

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