The EU’s new biometric passport system known as EES is due to go live in the autumn, but there is a long list of people who will be exempt from the system’s requirements – here’s an in-depth look.

Whether you’re dining out at a high-end restaurant or tucking into a delicious home-cooked meal, this hilarious-sounding German is a great way to express your appreciation.

Centre-left politicians have responded in fury at the news that Vonovia is set to hike rents for tens of thousands of residents in the German capital.

After months of debate, Germany has taken a step toward securing the price of the €49 ticket – but only until the end of the year.

Germany’s emergency rooms are often overcrowded, especially on nights and weekends. How does the government plan to reform the system – and what should you do in an emergency?

A climate activist was sentenced to prison, an Ex-prosecutor says billions in taxes has been lost to fraud, former Chancellor Angela Merkel celebrated her 70th birthday and more news from Germany on Thursday.

The EU’s new EES system of biometric passport checks at borders has already been repeatedly delayed, but now there are reports that it could be pushed back again amid concerns that transport terminals – especially in the UK – are not ready.

Here are the most popular German beach destinations to check out during your summer vacation, as well as some other options, should you prefer to dodge the crowds.

For a limited time only, young people in Germany will able to travel all the way to Paris using their €49 monthly ticket. Here’s who the offer applies to.

Commuters in Berlin will need to navigate around the city’s most popular S-Bahn lines for weeks. Visitors stopping by the capital on their summer vacation will also be affected.