2019 July 25
Schultüte - a German tradition for first graders
A German traditionSchultüte – literally school cone/bag is a very common & important tradition in Germany for first graders.
Category: German Tradition
2019 July 13
FLOWERS fresh from the field
Do you like flowers? In the area of Stuttgart there are lots of place, where you can cut them yourself - fresh from a field.
2019 May 28
Waldheime & beer gardens with playgrounds and more
A Waldheim is similar to a beer garden usually situated in or close to a forest and a place to enjoy with or without your children.
2019 May 26
Strawberries - why don't you pick them yourself?
Strawberries - pick them yourself - such fun for everybody.
2019 April 24
National holidays Germany - be prepared
ANOTHER German national holiday - and you forgot to shop? Lets start with IMPORTANT TIPS first: On a national holiday shops, pharmacies, doctors and government offices are closed - just like on...
2019 April 12
Maultaschen & Easter
One more Swabian Tradition – as this involves the beloved food – the Maultasche – we want to honor it separately although this is about Easter :-) If you cannot find...
2018 December 20
Sylvester - New Year's Eve in Germany
How Germans celebrate the New Year - have you ever seen 'dinner for one'? Read more about German Traditions.
2018 December 20
Christmas in Germany - the actual days & traditions
Get an overview about what happens on the actual days around Christmas in Germany - traditions, food, church & more.
2018 December 07
Where to buy a Christmas tree in Stuttgart
Where to buy or cut a Christmas Tree in Stuttgart and also how to dispose it after Christmas.
2018 December 02
Advent - time to bake Plätzchen
It is a German Tradition to make Plätzchen or Gutsle (as you say in Swabian) before Christmas ❘ it is lovely for you & your kids ❘ Links to recipes ❘ Read more.