True or False
You should always stand in the bike lane
False. But standing in the bike lane is a good way to get yelled at.
How well do they enforce traffic laws?
Very well some people will even tell you what to do if you are doing something wrong and the driving test is very hard to pass in Germany.
Will they wait half an hour or longer for you?
NO in Germany they will not wait very long for you to show up.
When they yell Hello at you they are being nice.
Do they recycle?
Yes. You should try to recycle as much as you can in Germany and if you don't want to recycle the bottle leave it near a bin so someone else can recycle it and get money for it.
Is it ok to be loud in a restaurant or public areas?
No. Unless you are blowing your nose no it is not.
You can find card readers everywhere
False. Card readers will not be found in small shops or businesses.
Is it a good idea to turn off your car engine when you are stopped at a railroad crossing?
Yes it is a good idea to turn off your car engine if you don't there is a very small chance someone will hit your car.
Are public toilets free?
No
They blow their noses loudly in public places and restaurants.
True. But normally they are very quiet.
Do they have time for any random activities you want to do?
What is the main way Germans get around?
Bicycles
Everyone works on sundays and it is always very loud
False. sundays are considered a holy day so no one works and there should be almost no noise.
Should you say "happy birthday" to someone before their birthday?
No. Germans are very superstitious.
Are cars expensive?
Cars can be expensive which is why most people use bikes to get around.