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A panoramic view of Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany, surrounded by lush green forest and a sweeping valley under a colorful sky at sunset.
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Dream destinations for you to practise your German speaking skills this winter

There are many winter activities on offer across the spectacular resorts in Germany, Switzerland and Austria and so many chances to practise your German speaking skills. From snowboarding to bobsledding, “fat bikes“ to swimming (yes, outdoors, in winter!), there is something for everyone in the winter playground around the Alps.  If you hit the slopes

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6 Useful phrases to navigate with a map in German

Planning a trip to a German-speaking country? Well, then you must understand that knowing how to use a map in German can make your travels much smoother. Especially if you are in a smaller town with limited connection!  From understanding directions to locating landmarks, mastering these key phrases will help you find your way out

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Navigating an airport in German: essential vocabulary and phrases

Knowing the basic airport terms in the language will make the journey smoother if you are travelling to a German-speaking country or even just on a layover flight. In this blog post, we will review some essential vocabulary for navigating an airport in German, giving you more confidence as you travel. Remember to listen to

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Coffee Break German goes to Innsbruck

Introduction Lessons 31-40 of Coffee Break German have been recorded in Innsbruck, Austria. In this short video introduction to these lessons, Mark joins Thomas in the Marienplatz to talk about what is coming up in this next batch of lessons.