https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Germany in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed As spring moves toward summer, parks and open spaces around Germany become the site of loud and wild 'open-airs'. Here's your guide to the outdoor day parties to catch this year, and a few tips for making the most of them. https://www.thelocal.de/20260424/the-ultimate-guide-to-germanys-open-air-parties-in-2026 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:17:33 +0200 the-ultimate-guide-to-germanys-open-air-parties-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. https://www.thelocal.de/20251117/what-are-the-best-german-cities-to-move-to-in-2026 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:38:22 +0100 what-are-the-best-german-cities-to-move-to-in-2026 Germany’s music festival season gets underway in late April and May with an eclectic mix of springtime events. Many of these are smaller, more personal gatherings that reward curiosity and a sense of adventure. https://www.thelocal.de/20260410/six-uniquely-german-music-festivals-you-wont-want-to-miss-in-spring-2026 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:30:37 +0200 six-uniquely-german-music-festivals-you-wont-want-to-miss-in-spring-2026 Looking for a new role in Germany this year? Here are the professions growing in demand, and the regions where you'll find them. https://www.thelocal.de/20260213/listed-the-most-in-demand-jobs-in-germany-in-2026 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:00:29 +0100 listed-the-most-in-demand-jobs-in-germany-in-2026 With fewer 'bridge days' and more holidays on weekends, employees in Germany will see more working days in 2026 than they had this year. Here's how to maximise your days off by planning around the public holiday calendar. https://www.thelocal.de/20251104/how-employees-can-make-the-most-of-germanys-public-holidays-in-2026 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:59:33 +0100 how-employees-can-make-the-most-of-germanys-public-holidays-in-2026 Several German destinations have been recommended by travel writers as being among the top places to visit in 2026. Here's our pick of the best, both for local residents and those coming from abroad. https://www.thelocal.de/20260116/four-places-in-germany-experts-say-you-should-visit-in-2026 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:14:11 +0100 four-places-in-germany-experts-say-you-should-visit-in-2026 The tax submission deadlines in Germany vary from year to year and depending on how you file. Here are the file-by dates to mark in your calendar this year. https://www.thelocal.de/20260107/the-german-tax-deadlines-to-know-in-2026 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:54:51 +0100 the-german-tax-deadlines-to-know-in-2026 If you’re eyeing a career move to Germany or already living here as a foreign resident, 2026 is shaping up to be an intriguing and largely positive year for salaries. https://www.thelocal.de/20251126/whats-a-good-salary-in-germany-in-2026 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:14:07 +0100 whats-a-good-salary-in-germany-in-2026 Public transport users across Germany should brace themselves for higher ticket prices next year. From Berlin to Bavaria, the cost of travelling by bus and train is set to rise, with nearly all federal states affected. https://www.thelocal.de/20251103/the-parts-of-germany-where-bus-and-train-fare-prices-are-set-to-rise Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:33:18 +0100 the-parts-of-germany-where-bus-and-train-fare-prices-are-set-to-rise The 'Deutschlandticket' price rises, EES system launches at all entry points, German airports get new flights and Deutsche Bahn introduces more international routes - here's a breakdown of all the changes to travel and transport in Germany in 2026. https://www.thelocal.de/20251208/listed-the-big-changes-for-travel-in-germany-in-2026 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:12:38 +0100 listed-the-big-changes-for-travel-in-germany-in-2026 A third of companies in Germany are planning to cut jobs next year according to a new study, but some parts of the country, and certain sectors, are bucking the trend and offering brighter prospects for jobseekers. https://www.thelocal.de/20251106/which-the-most-jobs-are-expected-to-be-cut-in-germany-in-2026 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:15:31 +0100 which-the-most-jobs-are-expected-to-be-cut-in-germany-in-2026 Whether you’re tackling the bureaucracy, braving the railways or simply trying to pay for your morning coffee, navigating the year to come will require a tool-kit that’s equal parts practical and philosophical, writes columnist Tom Pugh. https://www.thelocal.de/20260114/five-essential-items-for-life-in-germany-in-2026 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:38:41 +0100 five-essential-items-for-life-in-germany-in-2026 Whether you’re working, retired, raising a family or simply budgeting for everyday life, here’s the main changes that will affect your wallet in the coming year. https://www.thelocal.de/20251211/the-big-money-and-tax-changes-in-germany-you-need-to-know-in-2026 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:07:57 +0100 the-big-money-and-tax-changes-in-germany-you-need-to-know-in-2026 A system change in the states of North Rhine-Westphalia and Schleswig-Holstein means there won't be a high school graduating class at many schools this year. Accordingly, getting into some university programmes could be easier. https://www.thelocal.de/20260112/why-it-will-be-easier-to-get-into-some-german-universities-this-year Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:16:29 +0100 why-it-will-be-easier-to-get-into-some-german-universities-this-year Two major international studies have released their latest rankings of the world’s top universities, and Germany has reason to celebrate. Several of its institutions have secured places among the best in the world in these prestigious lists. https://www.thelocal.de/20251120/ranked-germanys-top-rated-universities-in-2026 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:35:16 +0100 ranked-germanys-top-rated-universities-in-2026 From changes to asylum rules and new Blue Card requirements to the introduction of a new 'Work and Stay Agency' aimed at helping skilled workers to come live in Germany, here are the immigration changes you can expect in 2026. https://www.thelocal.de/20251217/the-planned-changes-to-immigration-and-citizenship-in-germany-in-2026 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:42:40 +0100 the-planned-changes-to-immigration-and-citizenship-in-germany-in-2026 Thanks to the benefits and flexibility, EU Blue Cards are one of the most sought-after residence permits for non-EU nationals coming to Germany. So how much do you need to earn to receive it in 2026, and what are the other requirements? https://www.thelocal.de/20251217/the-salary-you-need-in-germany-in-2026-to-get-an-eu-blue-card Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:24:23 +0100 the-salary-you-need-in-germany-in-2026-to-get-an-eu-blue-card From an increase in child benefit payments and tax-free allowances to new rights around childcare and even the reintroduction of military service registration, 2026 is set to be a year with big changes affecting families living in Germany. https://www.thelocal.de/20251203/what-changes-for-families-in-germany-in-2026 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:07:02 +0100 what-changes-for-families-in-germany-in-2026 When it comes to bricks and mortar, 2026 is set to being a fresh wave of rules, costs and opportunities for residents in Germany. Here are the changes that renters and landlords alike will want to know. https://www.thelocal.de/20251222/what-changes-for-renters-and-homeowners-in-germany-in-2026 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:53:18 +0100 what-changes-for-renters-and-homeowners-in-germany-in-2026 Germany has left behind the era of double‑digit inflation, but that doesn’t mean everyday life feels any cheaper. Economists in the country have identified two main culprits. https://www.thelocal.de/20260106/why-prices-in-germany-are-expected-to-keep-rising-in-2026 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:27:32 +0100 why-prices-in-germany-are-expected-to-keep-rising-in-2026