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What are the best German cities to move to in 2026?
If you're planning a move to Germany you've probably thought about Munich versus Berlin or maybe Hamburg, but have you considered Erlangen, Aachen or Düsseldorf? With lower living costs and shorter commutes, you may want to consider these ten cities.
'No Kings': Where in Germany are anti-Trump protests planned on Saturday?
The third round of 'No Kings' protests against Donald Trump and his leadership of the US government is set to take place on Saturday, March 28th. Here's where demonstrations are planned in Germany.
In pictures: Germany's Carnival floats take swipes at Putin, Trump and Epstein
From Donald Trump to Vladimir Putin, no-one is safe when Germans celebrate carnival with floats that satirise politicians.
The calls you'll hear at Carnival in Germany - and what they mean
"Helau!" "Alaaf!" "Narri-Narro!" These are some of the different 'fools' calls' from across Germany. Wherever people celebrate Carnival (or Fasching, or Fastnet), you hear the shouts. But where do they come from, and what do they mean?
Düsseldorf and Leipzig: The surprising German cities where rents are rising fastest
Rents in Germany’s biggest cities are soaring, except in Berlin, where prices have unexpectedly dipped. Which cities are seeing the fastest increases, and what does it mean for renters and buyers.
When will German airports scrap the 100ml liquid limit for hand baggage?
New screening equipment at place in several German airports should allow passengers to bring more liquids with them on flights. So when will the 100 ml limit be dropped?
City of Düsseldorf to ban swimming in the Rhine
The river-side municipality is planning an official bathing ban following a series of fatalities this summer. The rule will allow city authorities to slap swimmers with a fine.
IN PICTURES: The wildest 'Rosenmontag' floats at this year's Carnival in Germany
The end of Germany's famous carnival season was marked by public celebrations on Monday. The Rhineland cities of Düsseldorf and Cologne are especially well known for vibrant parades featuring floats with biting satirical themes.
Strikes: Passengers see flights cancelled at Düsseldorf and Cologne-Bonn airports
Warning strikes in the public sector are affecting two airports in North Rhine-Westphalia. Here's how passengers are affected.
Disruption in Düsseldorf as Rheinbahn workers go on strike again
On both Tuesday and the early hours of Wednesday, the Rheinbahn in Düsseldorf and surrounding communities will be out of service due to strikes, leading to massive disruption on both buses and trains.
The controversial German street names in need of a new identity
Despite Germany's reputation for being self-critical with its past, some German street names still pay homage to historical figures who left cruel and racist legacies.
Düsseldorf Helau! How I embraced the Rhineland's carnival celebrations
To celebrate carnival season, The Local visited Düsseldorf and found the spirits of revellers could not be dampened by stormy weather.
Düsseldorf to open first Instagram museum
Seeking several stellar selfie backdrops? Two Düsseldorfers say they've got you covered.
Patient dies and more than 70 injured in Düsseldorf hospital fire
A 77-year-old patient has died and 72 people were injured at a fire in a Düsseldorf hospital.
German brewery removes 'sexist' ad following nationwide complaint
A Düsseldorf brewery has removed a controversial advertisement after the German Advertising Council deemed it to be “sexist".
Brazen thief steals €2 million Ferrari during test drive near Düsseldorf
A brazen thief sped off with Ferrari worth €2 million during a test drive near Düsseldorf.
#MyGermany: 'I moved to Düsseldorf for love'
Every month, a new reader takes over The Local's Instagram for a week to show us their Germany. Jenna Davis, from Ontario, Canada, recently showed us her Düsseldorf.
Plane accidentally flies to Edinburgh instead of Düsseldorf
A British Airways plane flew by mistake from London to Edinburgh instead of Düsseldorf in Germany on Monday.
IN PICTURES: Rosenmontag Carnival celebrations go ahead despite storm
There are bound to be a few hangovers today after revellers partied hard for Rosenmontag, the highlight of the carnival season, despite gusts and rain. Here are some of the best pictures.
Update: Düsseldorf airport staff strikes Thursday, causing 56 cancelled flights
On Thursday morning, ground staff at Düsseldorf Airport have taken to the picket lines, leading to 56 cancelled flights.
'Sledgehammer blow': Shock as Germany scales back Love Parade disaster trial
A German court Wednesday scaled back a marathon trial over the deaths of 21 young people in a stampede at a techno music festival, sparking anger from bereaved relatives.
Man tries to fly from Düsseldorf airport with €870,000 in cash
A man tried to take a flight from Düsseldorf Airport in western Germany carrying almost €870,000 in bank notes that were stashed between books.
SPD politician saves life of AfD employee in Düsseldorf
An SPD member of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) state parliament helped bring an AfD employee 'back to life' after he collapsed during a meeting in Düsseldorf