Miscellaneous German Facts
Language in Germany
German National Icons
What are they known for, Germany?
German Cuisine
100
With more than 7 million professional players, this is the most popular sport in Germany.
Football (Soccer)
100
This is the second most commonly spoken language in Germany.
English
100
This form of architecture, as seen in the Cathedral of Cologne, was popular in Germany during the Middle Ages.
Gothic Architecture
100
Karl Benz, inventor of the gas powered automobile, also founded this company.
Mercedes-Benz
100
This pastry is typically woven into a knot before baking.
Pretzel
200
Germany is the second most populous country in Europe, behind only this large country.
Russia
200
"Hello" in German
Guten Tag!
200
The Bradenburg Gate is located in this capital city of Germany.
Berlin
200
After developing the V-2 Rocket during World War II, Werner von Braun became better known for his contributions to this American government scientific agency.
NASA
200
This type of sausage is one of the most popular foods of Germany.
Bratwurst
300
Since 1990, October 3rd has been celebrated as German Unity Day. Celebrating the fall of this wall dividing East and West Germany.
The Berlin Wall
300
"Goodbye" in German
Auf Wiedersehen
300
This German sportswear brand, known for its signature three stripes, is the second largest in the world after Nike.
Adidas
300
This physicist became so well known for his intellect that his last name is synonymous with having intelligence.
Albert Einstein
300
This cake, made with chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream, is a national dessert of Germany.
Black Forest Cake
400
The modern German flag is known as a tricolor with Black, Red, and this other color.
Gold or Yellow
400
"Thanks" in German
Danke
400
This type of market pops up for four weeks out of the year and dates back to the Late Middle Ages.
Christmas Market
400
Johannes Guttenberg is famed for inventing this device which greatly improved book production during the Renaissance.
The Printing Press
400
This world famous brand of gummy bears (Gummibärchen) comes from Germany.
Haribo
500
Angela Merkel currently holds this political office in Germany.
Chancellor
500
"Germany" in German
Deutschland
500
These brothers travelled Germany, collecting many classic European folk tales, popularizing such stories as "Hansel and Gretel", "Cinderella", "Snow White", "Rapunzel", "Little Red Riding Hood", "The Frog Prince", "Rumplestiltskin", and "Sleeping Beauty".
The Brothers Grimm
500
This partially deaf composer revolutionized classical music.
Ludwig van Beethoven
500
This crumbly topping made up of sugar, butter, and flour goes on top of many baked goods or pastries.
Streusel