Food
This German dish made from shredded cabbage is fermented and has a sour taste.
This city, the capital of Germany, was once divided into East and West after World War ll.
What is Berlin?
This river, the second-longest in Germany, flows through cities like Cologne and Düsseldorf before continuing on to the Netherlands.
What is the Rhine?
This December 6th tradition celebrates a saint who leaves small gifts or sweets in children’s shoes.
What is St. Nicholas Day (Nikolaustag)?
Germany is known for this warm, soft bread snack that often has a salty crust.
What is a Bretzel?
In 1517, this German monk nailed his 95 Theses to a church door, sparking the Protestant Reformation.
Who is Martin Luther
Germany’s largest state by area, this southern region is known for its Alps, pretzels, and lederhosen.
What is Bavaria?
Held each fall in Munich, this world-famous festival is known for beer tents, dirndls, and brass bands.
What is Oktoberfest?
This classic German dessert is a chocolate cake layered with cherries and whipped cream.
What is Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte?
This event, also known as "Night of Broken Glass," happened in 1938 and marked an increase in violence against against Jewish communities in Germany.
What is Kristallnacht?
Rising to 2,962 meters, this peak on the Austrian border is Germany’s highest mountain.
What is the Zugspitze?
On the night before May 1st, Germans celebrate this springtime event, often with bonfires and dancing.
What is Walpurgis Night (Walpurgisnacht)?
This German potato dish is commonly sliced, fried, and served as a side.
What are Kartoffelpuffer?
This important German document, created in 1949, became the foundation for West Germany's government and was later used in reunification.
What is the Basic Law (Grundgesetz)?
This northern German port city, a major center of the Hanseatic League, is home to the Elbphilharmonie concert hall and one of Europe’s busiest harbors.
What is Hamburg?
This Christmas tradition involves a decorated wreath with four candles, one lit each Sunday leading up to December 25.
What is the Advent wreath (Adventskranz)?