Visit Germany - The DON'Ts of Visiting Germany

[@ju.h_man]

Rule #1 on the Autobahn: no matter how fast you're driving, there'll be always someone faster than you.

[@nukehunterlp1371]

Rule number one is "DONT DIE!!!" because there is always somebody that is more stupid than his shadow...

[@thejumpion]

Rule #2 on the Autobahn: don‘t drive like 200 in the 100/80 zone, it‘s expensive

[@dean200020]

@@nukehunterlp1371 casually there is a shitbox behind you wanting to pass

[@hanswurst8986]

Sooo true

[@hanswurst8986]

@@MrSchnotte wenn die Autokorrektur kickt! 😂 (Also ich mein habe)

[@Kurokodairua]

As a German, I have to watch this video and see if it's accurate.

[@brainlesfreak4025]

Kurokodairua just like me xD

[@Simufreund309]

Definitiv

[@GTaronic]

Same here :D

[@montiro8999]

same xd

[@lucabazooka1979]

Same :D

[@vegantoclafane]

You are in Germany when you walk with your Laterne and your Laterne walks with you.

[@markusdietze5493]

Rabimmel, Rabammel, Rabumm...

[@alexandervonparseval6683]

😂😂true

[@Jana-ql5qg]

hahahahaha

[@timonsteup2877]

Up there the stars shine Down here we do.

[@paulthe2mikolajdupontsrens586]

What that’s supposed too mean?

[@andreascoolvids]

"Germans dont wait" Deutsche Bahn: Im gonna pretend i didn't see that

[@aischacelik8161]

Germans don't like to wait. But when you use the german railway "Deutsche Bahn", you have to learn to wait.

[@edwinderkater8297]

Haha

[@Luuuke._.43]

@@aischacelik8161 that's just sad but true

[@sarahbentague1466]

you can get a refund if they are delayed for more than 5 minutes.

[@thie-time]

I have to use a train before the train I could use to arrive ten minutes before time, because I need to have an option, if my train will not come... Thats travelling as a German in Germany ;)

[@EmpressTiffanyOfBrittany]

"Don't be disrespectful at the Concentration Camps" That's a sentence I never thought I would have to see or hear.

[@eafesaf6934]

Schon be knackt sowas zu hören..

[@liaml.e.5964]

Surely they're mostly americans that do that.

[@tooittim1575]

@@liaml.e.5964 for sure i think more dumb german poses in front of these than tourists

[@Tabi5512]

Classmates found a coupld having sex in the Jewish Memorial then we were in Berlin additionally to all the selfie taking people, so I think this is a fair don't.

[@TylerDurden-td2yg]

@@Tabi5512 The couple having sex should be fined tremendously

[@luemmel1202]

Don't lean on strangers' cars. For most Germans, their cars are sacred. ;-)

[@elbasso7504]

unfortunately that is true.

[@ninatheinkling5748]

So stupid, Ill never get that

[@Buphido]

Oh yeah, that’s a big no-no. Aside from the fact that you might put a scratch in it, it‘s kinda like leaning on/next to the front door to a strangers house. It‘s weird to us and you might greatly annoy the owner.

[@dragonfire3289]

And dont try to steal them. They are probably stick shift...

[@somegermanonline4254]

One day, i walked straight down a road, and there was a parking car. I walked next to it, to reach the end of the street. The "Alarm" sounded and i nearly pooped my pants. I guess i AM scary then...

[@NeXt3895]

"public transport will get you anywhere" Ha ha *Cries in German*

[@reinerw.1158]

Seyda Bilgili naja in Touristenstädten zumindest

[@stevenbartel5008]

Die bahn sollte eher letzte wahl sein...

[@NaxoritosG]

Public transport will get you anywhere, just don't expect it to be on time

[@abdultoyibsodikin2398]

Kömisch

[@toyapaudtke9517]

Deutsche Bahn regelt

[@tazman572]

I lived in Germany from 1987-92 when I was in the RCAF, and I'm sure that this rule still stands today. When entering a Gasthäus take a quick look around at the tables. There is always one that is different from the others. It may have flowers on it, a tablecloth, (or not if the others all do), it may be a different shape than the others, a lamp may hang over it, or there is a sign on it. That is the "Stammtisch." It is the "regulars" table and it is improper to sit there, (if you become a regular, it is an honor to be asked to sit and please show your appreciation for the invite).

[@rap4live39]

I am german and did not know that 😅

[@sbinotto3780]

@@rap4live39 thats only for small pubs/restaurants, mostly in villages

[@dolliesdieyes5590]

You can gladly sit there - worst to happen is they ask to pick another table.

[@sarahbentague1466]

Depends on the Restaurant usually. The places that have these are usually conected with sport teams

[@dolliesdieyes5590]

I know them from restaurants in small towns, not for sportspeople only, but some regulars.

[@OldClassTreky]

For Jaywalking we (or at least most younger germans18-30) have some sort of an unwritten rule: You can cross on a red light if no kids are watching. I live in a city with a university and it's always fun to see everyone crossing on red but as soon as a kid stands wants to cross a street, everyone stands still, even though there are no cars in sight

[@blattcat7374]

Mjummy And then there’s my town: traffic lights? What are those!?

[@Dija1981]

We ignore then Like U told. Ulm is Always in a hurry XD

[@zsoltpapp3363]

I do jaywalk all the time, if no one is coming - not in Germany though...:) No jaywalking seems to be a stupid and annoying habit to me

[@akanmuoyetunde6574]

Wonderful!

[@elonmush4793]

When you're an adult it is easier to make a judgement whether it's safe to cross the road. But children are just being taught the traffic rules and you don't want to be a bad influence on them. So don't jaywalk when kids are around!

[@flossyhd9450]

"...public transport will get you anywhere on time" **Deutsche Bahn left the chat**

[@user-xw9sp2jy8k]

Feels

[@michismoba249]

Yeah (im from the deutsche Bahn and) its true 🤣😂

[@AnoBananoSRO]

Abbelio is even worse

[@emil4709]

Aber ich muss sagen die ÖPV (ÖPNV) von den Städten selbst sind recht pünktlich (die s Bahnen in NRW meine ich jetzt z.b. nicht

[@Gloomshimmer]

@Di Escombreria noch. In Japan the Train is on Times. Our deutsche Bahn is.....Not very punctual, even for mediterrenean Standards.

[@xXxLegolas007xXx]

I bet 90% of the people who are watching this video are Germans 😂

[@chriskave4412]

I would rather say 70%.

[@SirSoloQ]

I would rather say 33 to 45%

[@nakuzar2083]

i wutz retter sey 66,6% to 71,51%

[@avatarjiyuna3159]

Guter, alter, von der Heute Show abgenutzter 33-45 Witz

[@yanislo9698]

I'm German

[@ahmoehrendorf]

4:35 is not completely correct. Please don´t think you have to hurry in german restaurants. Usually the waitress/waiter brings you the menu and leaves it with you. You´ll have plenty of time to study the menu. Life hack: as long as one person at your table is reading the menu the waitress/waiter will wait to come to your table, because one of you obviously has not decided yet. As soon as all persons at the table close the menu the waitress/waiter will come to receive your order. The reason behind: in german restaurants everyone at the table should get their meal at the same time so the group can enjoy their meals together. To place the order at the same time as well helps the kitchen to deliver it on time.

[@ChaosGeschreiAbspann]

I was hoping to read this comment! Thanks!

[@hannofranz7973]

Serving the food at the same time is often wishful thinking.

[@saschakling2906]

And there is one more Thing to know about Restaurants: You can stay there as long as you like. You are Not expected to eat, pay, leave. You can as long as you wish. Ok, when the staff wants to close the Restaurant, they will announce the last round, but then you stayed really long ;)

[@ahmoehrendorf]

@@saschakling2906 that's correct, because it's not Fast Food.

[@EsmeeSenju]

Thank you for clarifying this!

[@menaceiisociety5084]

Dont cross the streets when the lights are red. Because a child can stay next to you. At this moment you have a role model for the child. This is the way how we germans think.

[@Mishima505]

menace to society pity that rule doesn’t seem to apply to smoking near children too...

[@carloswhisker]

Makes sense

[@likehotwasabi]

@@Mishima505 True, that is really bad. Also smoking at a restaurant (outside) when other people are eating is SO rude.

[@Mishima505]

Perrie's Girl and yet tobacco advertising on billboards & hoardings is still permitted in Germany, the only EU country not to have banned it.

[@likehotwasabi]

@@Mishima505 Right, that is such a mess

[@gerttho]

Dont go illegal on the public Traffic, had the tram in Munich and I had to pay €60 for 100 meter

[@spbustarhymes]

Gert Thomas Can do it in Berlin or other cities, but don't do it in the worse areas. Or the super-touri areas.

[@stein3738]

Warum fährst du 100 Meter mit der s-bahn oder Bus oder was auch immer😂

[@gerttho]

Der aller echte wanted to go further

[@tanikaze7697]

Don't complain. It's simply illegal. Doesn't matter how far you've got. Same with thiefs. Does it matter how much the product was worth you've just stolen? Nope. You even said it yourself, it's illegal. Your own fault.

[@checkcommentsfirst3335]

You’re travelling for 60€ 😂

[@athinawalther2562]

I'm German and whenever I see people posting selfies or pictures with them posing at the holocaust memorial in Berlin i get so pissed of so thank you for putting that in!

[@charlieclark2609]

Yeah it's very ignorant for people to make a situation like the holocaust light hearted and say hey let's take a smile selfie. NO! This is about a horrible atrocity that happened to our world , not something you can edit in snap chat to fix your hair and look cute in.

[@norgeee]

@@maxs6460 Verstehe ich nicht, ich könnte es verstehen wenn unsere Generation daran schuld wäre. Zeugt nicht gerade von hoher Intelligenz.

[@stephaniedorst5233]

Schlumpertaucher 008 Das tut mir sehr leid für Dich. Du kannst nichts dafür und kein Deutscher ist dafür verantwortlich was dieser Blödmann verzapft hat. Zumal Hitler Österreicher war, dass vergessen die Leute immer!

[@messerschmittbolkow5606]

All those "memorials" in Berlin are made as tourist attractions you genius.

[@georgesteele2157]

Actually, "pissed" conveys the thought. Athina Walther is correct. People who post disrespectful selfies are reprobates.

[@Englandfan91]

Thank you. As a German I think your advice is spot on. Don't confuse Germany and Bavaria. Your last point about modern Germany and half-timbered houses was great. It just winds me up when Americans think we run around in Lederhosen and drink beer all day. Just as America is a diverse country with different accents, customs, traditions and local food specialities, so is Germany.

[@MsRotorwings]

We don’t think that about Germans.

[@jangrafe7829]

I always drink beer. I don't know where my Lederhose is but i love beer.❤

[@Englandfan91]

@@jangrafe7829 I love beer as well. I grew up in a beer brewing town. It's just these stereotypes that wind me up and the idea that Germany equals Bavaria.

[@Englandfan91]

@MsRotorwings I'm glad to hear it. Bavaria is nice no doubt, but there are so many nice regions in Germany.

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

You clearly have not spent much time walking around in the smaller villages or in Nürnberg.

[@chrisanson243]

You know you are in Germany when there is allways time to open a window for "frische Luft".

[@Missy-the-Maligator]

Das ist war 😁😁 wir brauchen unser fresh Air 😎

[@andrewjames1366]

Regardless of how cold it may be outside... muss man trotzdem täglich lüften.

[@volkervogelsang9889]

Schimmelverhuetung...lueften Ist wichtig.

[@gandalfdergraue7442]

Ein frischer Geist braucht frische Luft.

[@leonardodavinci4176]

STOẞLÜFTEN!

[@harrywijnfoord]

And don‘t think all Germans are Bavarian.

[@angharad256]

I can promise you most Americans don't have any idea that Bavaria exists. Most of them will ask you if there's some kind of cake or pie from there.

[@jacobm2625]

angharad256 what's the difference between a bavarian and another type of German?

[@dan-a-vee1484]

Bavaria is a state in southeast Germany.

[@angharad256]

+Jacob M'Boi I have absolutely no idea. I know that Bavaria exists. That's about the extent of my knowledge on the subject.

[@metheone4]

+ Jacob M'Boi Bavarians consider themselves among other Germans as superior - like Texans in the US ;) ...They have a saying "Mia san mia" - "we are we". That means that they are at first Bavarians, then nothing will come for long and only then will they feel like Germans.Check mia-san-bayern.de/index.php using google translate.

[@juless.9544]

You forgot: Germans dont like people who are very loud in public. Doesnt matter if you are in the phone or talking to each other. I hate it when i am sitting in a train for example and there are groups of tourists that are talking so loud that everybody could join the conversation. nobody wants to hear what you want to say! ;)

[@kinalanela6965]

Jules S. I was about to comment that as well! This past weekend a lot of Americans were in Düsseldorf visiting the Christmasmarkets etc. In a Restaurant there was a table with 6 Americans Who talked that loud to each other that everybody else in that area of the Restaurant could listen to them.....I really like the positivity and excitement american tourists always seem to have :) but them beeing aware of how loud they are would definetely have helped.

[@omarsharif2995]

In my experience, what I've seen, Germans don't like nuisance. Generally they like to act and talk sensibly.

[@XMysticHerox]

+Omar in public yes

[@ellychan5579]

but they talking in public area are very loud, at least I was heard them talking very loud in bahn every time I was in bahn.

[@gre8]

Well, germans are pretty loud themselves. They just have the unfortunate double standard of hating when other people do it. I was frequently amused at how loudly they talked to one another in the streets or cafés. But hey, I was just visiting, so I kept it to myself; still found it amusing though. BTW, these experiences were in NRW.

[@johannesjandke12]

Deutsche können sehr wohl warten. Es gibt da ja noch was , dass "Deutsche Bahn" heißt und uns quasi dazu zwingt

[@r.schomberg8839]

😂😂😂

[@babayaga5128]

🤣

[@Aganar]

Soll uns wohl umerziehen. xD

[@gerowelker6167]

😂 😂

[@olafmuller7093]

so wahr

[@nofreenameforme123]

Most Germans don't expect guests to bring gifts. It's considered to be nice but you don't have to bring something. Oh and wearing shoes inside depends on the person.

[@EANNE1000]

Danke

[@nofreenameforme123]

@@EANNE1000 bitte. :)

[@nitink.a567]

Danke danke 😃

[@tommypwood672]

Genau....of course I m certain I will not be able to wear my Donald T t-shirt..

[@becsuletferfi8217]

was about to write the same nobody expect guests bringing gifts. also with taking of your shoes just ask the host. sometimes you have to take them off, sometimes it is okay to keep them on.

[@nakuzar2083]

Ich wünschte ich könnte mich für dieses Land so begeistern wie Touristen :D

[@dietmar0087]

Isso

[@albert463]

@Haumdaucher"Scheiß Nazi Kommentare" in 3..2..1..

[@bach469-p5c]

@@albert463 Melde mich zum Dienst, Herr Oberfeldwebel

[@albert463]

@@bach469-p5c Ist das dein Ernst?

[@dietmar0087]

@@bach469-p5c jawoll Das ist es was wir hören wollen🤣🤣

[@Ultimartinum]

I wanna thank the KZbin algorithm to teach me how to behave in my own country!

[@armasxd]

Rule of Germany: 10pm is SILENCE. Don't make any loud noises. At 10:01pm your neighbors can call the police on you if they doesn't like you.

[@erikgag]

Ich glaub wenn die kiddies von meinem Nachbar um Mitternacht draußen rumschreiein Lass ich die Polizei kommen oder wenn der Köter bellt

[@viktorliebl8942]

Leben und leben lassen. And don't take a shower after 10 p.m.

[@310richard]

@@viktorliebl8942 why not take a shower after 10pm? And why not make noise after 10pm?

[@viktorliebl8942]

@@310richard Who mentioned the noise? 😯

[@310richard]

@@viktorliebl8942 the top comment said no loud noises after 10pm? Is it a law?....I'm visiting next weekend and dont wanna get in trouble lol

[@derfzgrld]

Dont expect american "beer" btw. also dont steal the mugs at christmas markets. Putting a deposit on them is not equal to a payment. You are not allowed to keep them.

[@richardlawson4317]

Who would want it????

[@SAHogan-ih3bo]

RL: Absolutely! American beer in Germany would be a SACRILEGE.

[@beepbeep360]

It's scarce here since we like ours more. Anyway who wants it here. American "beer" tastes like crap, compared to ours.

[@SAHogan-ih3bo]

@@beepbeep360 Only if we're talking the Buds/Millers/Coors of the world. Looks like we need to get you out more--to the American microbrew scene. From Sam Adams (the only microbrew that has become mainstream, and even Europeans respect it) to Seattle's Red Hook to a great little St. Louis microbrew called Schlafly's Pale Ale, American microbrews can compete with any beer in the world these days.

[@GrrMeister]

German 'Lager' is to die for !

[@elonmush4793]

I am German and I think your list is valid. If you let people know that you're a tourist (and believe me, your English German pronunciation will give it away) they will be patient and helpful. I think the German stereotype of being cold comes from the fact that Americans basically use "friend" and "I love you" very inflationary and Germans don't.

[@Pseudynom]

Mein Amerikanischer Schwager wollte "I love you", was man in der Familie zueinander sagt, auf Deutsch sagen. Aber wenn die Familie sagt, "Ich liebe dich." ist das sehr seltsam.

[@1keykneedeep]

No doubt the "old school" German people are colder and bolder in there mannerisms and seemingly lack of emotion and compassion. That changes if u get to know them. The new age German are pretty much like all other people in different Countries.

[@cutie511]

German People Are So kind.

[@profi_knoedel860]

Es gibt/gab aber schon ein paar Leudis, z.B. Harzer (früher vor 30 Jahren), die ein bisschen... kühl waren. Es gibt da nen Beispiel: In einem Restaurant wollte jemand mal nen Extrawunsch... Er wurde rausgeschmissen. (Ist real; meinen Eltern passiert) XD also man versteht woher die Klischees kommen.

[@korbiniano]

vani2611 that’s a 100% true

[@grampsinsl5232]

About the "don't jaywalk" thing - over 40 years ago I worked for a company in a medium-size town in the Appalachian mountains, and we had a small unit of Germans helping to coordinate the product that we were making for their country. It was one of those places where downtown was empty after about 7:00 in the evening, and our German coworkers used to get together and stroll through the area in the evenings. Despite the fact that there would be zero traffic in any direction, they would wait on the corners and not cross the streets until the Walk/Don't Walk signs said they could. So I have no trouble believing that it's still like that in their homeland!

[@chr0mg0d]

I think it changed a little bit. Nowadays jaywalking is mostly deemed to be ok, if there are NO kids around (and no police☺️).

[@MsLinda165]

Jay walking is not allowed in Calgary either. Big fines if caught. It wrecks traffic, and is dangerous.

[@martinl5045]

1st: Dont believe in stereotypes 2nd: STEREOTYPES!!! Edit: Thanks for 1,1K likes!!!

[@sympix7436]

Fr 😂

[@joey4189]

Nope, its actually true😂

[@jackierose1911]

I guess he meant to say don't believe in bad stereotypes ;)

[@georgvonrechenberg2217]

@@jackierose1911 Well, blindly obeying to rules *is* a bad stereotype.

[@naddlrei502]

@@georgvonrechenberg2217 Well, it's not blindly following the rules if you don't jaywalk. If you do, you may get hit by a car, really. 😅

[@the_avidpc_gamer1946]

How many Germans does it take to screw in a light bulb? One, Germans are very efficient people.

[@Bluesguy2009]

That actually made me laugh :D

[@TheSwedishRider]

That's just half the joke: The full answer is: One, Germans are efficient and have no humor!

[@nemo7782]

One. BTW- we do have a sense of humor.

[@bigverybadtom]

@Jenny lee I don't think even generations ago, many Jews served as domestic help or service people.

[@bigverybadtom]

@David Benner As an Illinoisan, I cannot help but wonder how long winter days and summer days are throughout the various seasons of the year further south as well as further north. On a related note: Despite the old story, there was no vote on the official language of the USA centuries ago. The USA has no official language, period.

[@friendlykraut635]

As a german I can say that we usually don't cross the street when the light is red when children are nearby. When there's an empty street with no living soul in the next 100km, we don't wait for the light to get green :D

[@friendlykraut635]

Niko Katsikaris Ja, daran ist etwas schlimmes. Wenn du das vor kleinen Kindern machst, bist du schlicht und ergreifend ein schlechtes Vorbild. Natürlich gemäß dem Fall, du bist selbst kein kleines Kind mehr.

[@aseloss]

+Ferdi Gump Kinder haben nicht den Überblick den du hast und werden vllt einfach mit laufen

[@commissionerofgrantingdank17]

PolishKraut tru 😂😂😂

[@BrickPsychosis]

Bringt dich das um kurz bei Rot zu warten oder was? Wart doch einfach die 30 Sekunden und rechtfertige dich hier bitte nicht zu Tode wegen einer scheiß Ampel. Tut es dir weh mit gutem Beispiel voran zu gehen oder fällt dir ein Zacken aus der Krone? Man man man man....Menschen

[@andreschweitzer2000]

BrickPsychosis Dude , relax

[@thirdcoffee]

Also important if you stay in an Airbnb / hotel / apartment here in Germany: Generally there's so called "Ruhezeiten" (quiet times). You're not allowed to make loud noises after 10 pm in the evening or your neighbors can call the police on you.

[@OMIT9870]

Please NEVER walk around with leather Shorts. I've seen so many americans in it. It is just Hilarious. Only on Oktoberfest and some other events in Bavaria

[@florianwenger1420]

Volksfeste 😍

[@wuschl8i810]

@@florianwenger1420 Jedes Fest aufm Land! :D

[@alk67]

Sonntag in der Kirche.....Sunday in the Church.

[@Luis-vy9bm]

Hier in NRW und auch anderswo werden die auch zu Volks-bzw Gemeindefesten getragen, also liegst du falsch.

[@lkl7l359]

Bei uns in Niederbayern auch an einfachen Wochenenden mit Shirt, aber stimmt bei Touristen wirkt es immer etwas merkwürdig.

[@saffira35]

What you can do: holding a bottle of beer in your hand in public, and drinking it, nobody cares! You DONT need a bag! :-)

[@ZarjkPC]

Learned this well spending a 3 days in Berlin and Munich, I learned it was a fashion accessory.

[@revantheno-lifedemon885]

Das ändert sich eh auch bald, weiß nicht wie es bei euch oben ist, aber bei uns in österreich verbietens dir schon an einigen plätzen das trinken (z.B öffis, praterstern).....aber viele halten sich nicht dran

[@holgerknechtet5307]

Revan The No-Life Demon ich hoffe das wird in Deutschland nie passieren.

[@revantheno-lifedemon885]

@@holgerknechtet5307 hoff ich für euch auch

[@oww161]

@@revantheno-lifedemon885 Ich halte mich da nicht dran, wenn ich Wien besuche und habe selten Probleme. In Deutschland genauso, obgleich vielleicht noch weniger streng.

[@stavrospapadimitriou7631]

Top tip for Americans in Germany: STOP TALKING SO LOUDLY IN PUBLIC!! We can hear you from far, far away!

[@alecideas]

Stavros Papadimitriou were asserting our dominance. :) lol

[@seeadler3233]

@@alecideas , No---asserting your dumbness--lol

[@stavrospapadimitriou7631]

@Rita Roork No, because I WASN'T FUCKING BORN YET! Do you see? What a stupid comment!

[@pestschein]

So True

[@gutfriedvonguttenberg5614]

same goes for every one else and not only at germany, for austria goes the same, swiss and others too I guess And don't call people while you are at a transport or crowded place, or at least don't scream so the other one can hear you should be common knowledge everywhere, you are not at a bazaar

[@gregkrueger331]

I used to work in Germany for years, I always rented the more “higher performance” cars. On the weekends i would hop on the autobahn and just drive. The countryside in Germany is so beautiful.

[@linajurgensen4698]

Rule Number 1 when visiting Germany: Don’t compare us to anything that has to do with Bavaria or Bavarian culture, we’re gonna be pissed off for that here up in the north.

[@seeadler3233]

I understand . Americans feel the same way about Texas . Lieber Bayern als Texas.

[@emilius1238]

@@seeadler3233 *Lieber Bayern als Texas.

[@habdeinkoks3267]

Ich fühl mich als Bayer ziehmlich angegriffen :(

[@iamasquidinspace]

@@habdeinkoks3267 ach, Ich nehme mal an wenn man euch als Fischkopp bezeichnen würde wärt ihr doch bestimmt auch etwas unglücklich, oder? Gibt halt viele verschiedene schöne Gegenden in Deutschland und es ist echt ätzend wenn die immerzu auf Bayer reduziert werden.

[@habdeinkoks3267]

@@iamasquidinspace ja klar, aber ich denke Bayern hat halt so die größte Kultur

[@softwaretechniker]

Some speeds on German Autobahn: 50 mph ~ 80 km/h = truck's same as trailer speed limit + limit on most construction zones 62 mph ~ 100 km/h = speed limit for cars with a bit more expensive trailers 80 mph ~ 130 km/h = recommended speed limit by law, when there is none 100 mph ~ 160 km/h = a travelling speed lots of native travelers feel convenient at 125 mph ~ 200 km/h = a convenient travel speed for faster cars on good weather, sight and trafic conditions 150 mph ~ 250 km/h = most fast cars are limited to that speed, still by far not rare with good conditions Know the rules. Never ever overtake right, always overtake left and left only. That's why you also keep right, when there's no car you want to overtake. When trying to overtake (e.g. a truck or a trailer), but there's a car driving faster then you behind, use the break instead of changing the lane. The one changing the lane has to pay attention, as defined in traffic regulations. Not respecting that can easily be fatal.

[@kerstenwilli2967]

Did you forgot the rechtdfahrgebot

[@timdobel3457]

@@kerstenwilli2967 He didn´t

[@rolux4853]

@@kerstenwilli2967 did you even read his comment? He’s explicitly mentioning it.

[@kaiser_wilhelm_5364]

@@rolux4853 he just wanted to use the word ,,Rechtsfahrgebot“

[@letoubib21]

@@kaiser_wilhelm_5364 A nice word indeed. But *_"Baden-Württembergische Garagenverordnung"_* does be much better *. . .*

[@jacksutherland846]

Yes. In other words: Don't be an asshole. And yes, Brutally honest people indeed.

[@metamodernsounds2163]

Isn't it disappointing that you have to tell people not to act like an ass and not to disrespect others cultures?

[@calamityfox6438]

I'm American it's my God given right to disrespect other cultures. Especially one that tires to destroy Europe every 50 years.

[@fil4648]

Yeah brutally honest is the default excuse of any rude people on earth. No no we're not rude, just honest! Give me a break!

[@JimWalsh-rl5dj]

@@calamityfox6438 Good call! The bastards have never shown any remorse

[@cable_tv7537]

@@calamityfox6438 I really really hope you're joking.

[@pigoff123]

Karstadt, Herte and Weltkugel were my favorite stores. I learned to drive in Germany. My first car was a BMW.

[@KarusselDriveby]

If there‘s a bike lane next to the sidewalk, don‘t use it without a bike! Otherwise you will hear words you don‘t want to hear... ;)

[@idako2613]

KarusselDriveby he will not understand thou

[@user-ot4fv5uy8r]

Omg die Leute regen mich so auf .....

[@rutena6961]

DaS iSt EiN rAdWeG !1!!!!1

[@thechxice9061]

Einfach das Fahrrad um tretten wenn man angemeckert wird vom Fahrradfahrer

[@TheRealOneJtR]

@@thechxice9061 Hahahaha wenn du's bei mir machen würdest könntest du nicht mehr weiterlaufen so wie ich dann eventuell nicht weiter aufn Fahrrad waren könnte haha

[@herr_tunichtgut]

2 Main things you have to know about Germany when you are an tourist. 1. We are no Nazis 2. Not every German likes the bavarian culture.

[@sniffi_de]

Die bayrische kultur exsestiert fast gar nich nur in solchen dörfern

[@YungBoyDead]

Alles unterhalb der Elbe gehört zu Nord-Italien

[@andreivalentinpavan5361]

@@YungBoyDead Österreich*

[@andreivalentinpavan5361]

@Teto Aphrodi was ist an denen so schlimm?

[@YungBoyDead]

@@andreivalentinpavan5361 wegen der Sprache ;D

[@beautifulfouse]

The only reason I watched this Video is because I miss Germany. I was stationed at Fliegerhorst Kaserne outside of Hanau, or Erlense from 1974 through 1977. When I got back to the USA I felt like I had gone from a civilized world to a reckless environment , seriously. Germany is the most civilized nation I have ever been to. I mean the people are very wise and courteous doing things right and honorably. I bought a 1972 Porsche 911s and shipped it to New Jersey, then drove it across the USA to Oregon. That car was so solid and precise it made the Corvette seem like a broken down old poorly built wanna be. It is in everything they do, pride and quality. What an amazing culture you can never forget or deny their excellence in everything.

[@TylerDurden-td2yg]

Lovely memory! Interesting to read

[@amalekita5009]

yeah im part of the youth and even i say the youth and the following generations are fucked this civilized thing you were talking about does still exist but is not nearly as strong as the text makes you think it is.

[@amalekita5009]

@Mortis i know i just didnt want to say that my entire countrey are assholes cause i know a lot of nice people

[@YourBoiJeezuz]

Mortis Tempolimit von 130 auf der Autobahn wäre halt Schmutz.

[@lmasch2539]

It's nice to hear that you think so good if our country and I'm proud to be a part of this country. I really think Germany is one of the best places in the world to be. I made an exchange year in the US and can say that we are all really lucky to live in Germany despite many people complaining about recent politics, I would say it's nothing compared how other countrys problems.

[@bradabbott4892]

I was also stationed in Germany back in 1971 to 1975 loved every minute of it we are planning going back in the next few years

[@Umbra_Nocturnus]

One thing to add, if Germans "stare" you in the eyes, that's just them being polite. I heard it makes people uncomfortable. (edit: You're not supposed to stare at someone like a total creep here either, hence the quotation marks.You just look at someone while you're talking to them, to signal "You have my attention, do I have your's?")

[@danielworle6567]

Im German from Stuttgart and you are right :)

[@MXedits_1]

Nonsense, they look at you with disgust if you don't fit into what is typically accepted by German society. I am just a guy with wildly kept long hair and you wouldn't believe the looks I get from conservative "Spießbürger". Apparently judging by most looks, it really really offends them and it baffles me why. I do acknowledge that there are nice people that will look at you in the eyes without evil intent. But saying that Germans stare just to be "polite" is a bad generalization. Germans will stare at you for thousands of reasons.

[@VeigarEUW]

I'm german, if someone stares me in the eyes I feel more uncomfortable than in any other situation

[@Umbra_Nocturnus]

@@MXedits_1 I meant "stare" as in basic Blickkontakt while talking. Some people apparently get intimidated by that, I'm not a fan of it either. Never really had a problem because of my long hair, just got it pulled back in a ponytail.

[@Umbra_Nocturnus]

@@VeigarEUW Yeah, it feels like you're being interrogated. "Wollen Sie einen Plunder oder eine Butterbreze? Alles was Sie sagen kann und wird vor Gericht gegen Sie verwendet werden." Probably tickles some part of our monkey brain, like when animals stare at each other as a challenge.

[@umavidalongedecasa]

Gifts when coming over, not really a rule on every place in Germany.

[@TheIllio]

It is a nice thing to do, but not a must. Nobody will be angry at you for not bringing a gift.

[@Bean-Ice]

My appearing is the gift.

[@HappyBeezerStudios]

But expect to be punctual. If it's said the party starts at 7pm, then it starts at 7pm. Even better: Arrive a few minutes earlier, so you can help.

[@Bean-Ice]

If the party starts at 7pm, I’m there at 8pm. With friends drunk at 9pm. That’s the german way to paaarddeeey!!! ...apparently not everywhere.

[@aumann0452]

Actually, it is when visiting elderly people. They're gonna be pissed, but they won't say anything.

[@helenndow1101]

Don’t drop litter in the street and don’t pick flowers in the park.

[@blueberryrave4897]

And don't walk over grass, when there is a sidewalk nearby 😂

[@robertthomas6127]

Das war mal vor 100 Jahren.

[@helenndow1101]

Robert Thomas I don’t think so. I’m not that old.may. Maybe 50?

[@robertthomas6127]

@@helenndow1101 ..... Oh PLEASE! I did not mean anything personnel. I should have answered more clearly. What I ment was that people these days do not abide bye rules that used to be applied to the public in general to show respect towards our society. Hence a lot of people do as they please … meaning littering all over. No respect from me for that. Almost in front of the building Where I live are large containers for recycling of bottles, Paper and clothing. At an average of at least once a week someone will drop off their stuff and leave other stuff (Speermüll) behind as well. This ticks me off because there is a center to turn this stuff in just a few blocks away from here. But Pigs will be pigs!

[@icefrost5355]

@Di Escombreria You had gone crazy!!

[@urmomsuksnuts2865]

Germans aren‘t always on time.... Deutsche Bahn

[@fabianletsch1354]

Are you kidding me? Yes they sometimes suck, but mostly and compared to other countries our train system is REALLY good. I mean try travelling in the USA with the train and you will see what i mean.

[@messerschmittbolkow5606]

Yea, its really the far worst of west Europe.

[@lorenzocarls7222]

I'm from Germany and yes that's true😂

[@nukehunterlp1371]

If you want the Germans to like you, always complain about the DB...

[@arunahmb_2435]

😂😂😂 die ist nie pünktlich

[@matthias2675]

Great video. Loved to watch this as a German :) Mentioning one more thing which differs a lot from US to Germany - we don't speak about our earnings. Even friends or close relatives often don't know if you're making 50k€ or 500k€ a year. Last but not least - the price you see on a price tag when shopping is the price you will have to pay. No additional local taxes or any other fees will be added when paying.

[@sergeantsinker8727]

Wenn dir auf der Autobahn die Seitenspiegel abbrechen, weil du mit deinem Volkswagen Polo 300 Km/h schnell bist und du trotzdem im Rückspiegel von der Lichthupe des nachfolgenden Autos geblendet wirst... DANN Bist du in Deutschland.

[@lilpro6046]

Wtf did u say

[@NegativNugget]

Lil Pro Google Translate will help u

[@SELFCHANGER]

Sehr gut 😂

[@claudiamensch181]

wo und wann kann man denn noch 300 km/h schnell fahren??? Evtl. Sonntag morgens um 5 Uhr - falls dort keine der vielen Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzungen gelten.

[@earomc]

Polo R oder was

[@aaronlo5799]

Mir hat noch niemand Blumen, Wein oder Süßigkeiten als besuch mitgebracht uff

[@lyvianne0063]

Wein hab ich schon oft bekommen und meiner Nachbarin hab ich gestern merci geschenkt weil sie auf meine Wohnung aufgepasst und die Handwerker reingelassen hatte als ich nicht da war.

[@Hitsugix]

Blumen hab ich schon bekommen. Ansonsten bringen die Leute gern Bier mit, weil es bei mir keins gibt. xD

[@pommes0078]

Hä bei mir voll oft aber halt am meisten Süßes oder bier

[@andreaspuest3186]

Mir auch noch nicht😥

[@kimfinity705]

Hab mir genau das gleiche gedacht 😂

[@alvaro2898]

I'm from Spain but I was living in germany for a 3 years. I realised: - Germans dont like people who are very loud in public. Me neither - Germans aren't cold people, In my experience, they are so friendly and charming. - Rules and good manners are good. In Spain We need to learn more about it. - The food is amazing...Beer too, but Everybody knows it! - The history of germany is more than WWII, Don't talk about Nazis and things like that, to get ahead!. - German public transport is so good, is cheap, is fast and you conected with different areas of the country I love german culture.

[@spbustarhymes]

LA RH No one actually minds to speak about war...

[@Solaar_Punk]

Spanish people are great too, but can be a little scary because they like to stare at the foriegners! Proud people happy to show you their town, friends, pets, family and fiestas. Very fun and friendly on the whole.

[@LustigerName]

#Deutsche Bahn left the chat

[@lenbykrabi8107]

Friendly and charming? They can make you feel like this very easy. But the fact is, they don't like you, themselves or anybody. You can have a nice dinner with a german and later he /she will meet another "friend" and start gossiping and blaspheme.

[@seeadler3233]

@@spbustarhymes , I have found the Germans more honest and forthcoming about WW-2 than we Americans are about our Civil War. Many Americans ( usually from the South ) justify the behavour of their ancestors during the American Civil War.

[@ventaga7478]

"Dont assume Germans are like this Stereotype" *literally one second later* "Germans like their rules" ......?!?!?!??!

[@janbaumhoff3938]

Ja! I like our German rules.

[@Eltes-jx2oy]

True 😂

[@jamoin8062]

thats not a stereotype, its a fact.

[@ventaga7478]

@@jamoin8062 okay dude shut up pls.

[@ATAchanell]

Im German and i try to break as many rules as possible, I don’t care about those conservative Omas and Opas.

[@4everBeaconman]

Dont mistake all of Germany to be like Bavaria where the beer drinking and lederhosenstereotype come from, it's like seeing texas representative for all of America

[@Luis-vy9bm]

There is nothing wrong with Bavaria or Alabama. You could say Berlin and New York suck much more but thats not popular opinion. And popular opinions aren't worth shit mostly.

[@klarabo7459]

Anakin Skywalker there is a lot wrong in Bavaria, a lot....!

[@flachkacksenlacksen8870]

Or saying American but actually u wanna say U.S.A.

[@RSProduxx]

@@flachkacksenlacksen8870 educated european people say USA... US citizens say America ;)

[@Luis-vy9bm]

@@RSProduxx You're wrong. And your dumbass ";)" doesn't improve your argument.

[@nigelt4257]

Good tips for tourists in this video. I've been visiting Germany for 40+ years for work and leisure and would add - don't expect to drink the same beer in different parts of the country; each region (and even town/city) has its own local brew; the same goes goes food - each region has its local specialities - try them all! - as in all countries, don't expect the same dialect/accent in different parts of the country. Each region has its own intonation and even vocabulary. - don't underestimate the hospitality of German people, especially in their own homes. I have friends in a couple of cities there and I can say without doubt that they are the friendliest and most hospitable people I know

[@jayna_4snowboard831]

I wish someone would mention these points in a video, it is important to know for all visitors.. Especially the dialects/accents. Some of them are soooo "different", and its unbelievable, but sometimes we are in trouble to understand them... So how it would be for the tourists, learning some german words?? Anyway, I like all dialects and they are interesting and lovely on their own way :)

[@katmotrosuku3459]

@@jayna_4snowboard831 It is crazy. I live in western Germany and have a dear friend from the center of Germany (Hessia). We sometimes ask one another if they know a specific term. Sometimes we talk and then the other one just looks puzzled and then we know, that the term we just used is not a common German term but dialect :D

[@Anonymebanane]

Bayern hat des beste Bier

[@jangrafe7829]

Thanks Nigel. Very nice. Everything is true. The dialects are really an interesting thing. The nearer you come to the north we have more british words like store and so on in the dialects. A German can hear in wich town someone lives or lived because of the dialect. I wonder that you use "German dialect words" like "kaputt" and so on.

[@MaximKretsch]

You can also put your empty bottles and tincans on top of the next litter bin or besides it, because there are enough poor people who will collect them to get the deposit.

[@denisenova7494]

"Pfand gehört daneben!" ♡

[@chrisbradford2808]

I was stationed in Schweinfurt. I miss Germany so much!

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Hell I was in Wiesbaden best years of my life then Sembach in farm country but Germany still rocked

[@BeMyXaj]

Hey im from Germany, thank you for mention to show respect to the memorials

[@MatauReviews]

@Jenny lee more akin to atonement but okay

[@spbustarhymes]

Jenny lee Fucking idiot! Please don't visit us!

[@zsoltpapp3363]

If i go to Germany the last thing i wanna see is a jewish memorial, unfortunately they have a lot of them on public places.

[@spbustarhymes]

Zsolt Papp Why the hell would you even mind?

[@mariaroxx]

@Sean M "sell their victimhood to the gullible"? Do you even history?

[@rapha.j.k]

He's right. Don't be disrespectful at the concentration camps. People died their in a long and painful way and you are just like let me take a selfie. No. Just dont do that.

[@spbustarhymes]

Raphael Kuhn Piano . Some people just don’t have the empathy that you and me have.. that’s why stuff like this happened in first case. You can’t change those people, no way. Would be helpful thou if they’d set up a donation penalty of 100€ for every disrespectful selfie at the KZs.. make them learn, don’t point them out

[@Steve-hu7rk]

there

[@Todes21]

I love how these ppl give us shit for the past we had with the concentration camps but they are the ppl who disrespect the ppl who died there

[@barbaravance6774]

@@Todes21 Who is this " they" you speak of?

[@MrCmon113]

You people are such unbearable hypocrits. I bet you take vacation photos at tge Tower of London and at Aztec Pyramids.

[@ididneverexist7264]

Germans when German is in the Title: Hippety Hoppety This comment section is now our property.

[@jonaslaumen9529]

😂

[@user-kj7gf3wp9d]

Es heißt STAATSEIGENTUM!!!

[@davidhenke9441]

Hippety Hoppety..

[@dankmemesmeltexistentialdr2769]

A N S C H L U S S

[@henryschroder3450]

So isses

[@tanyanike]

We have two great friends from Germany. We went with one of them to visit Germany and stayed at her house in a small city in the North. It was so lush and beautiful! We loved the bakeries everywhere to get fresh bread. Also, the transportation system was great!

[@Outdoor_guy_CGN]

The thing about waiting is wrong. If you're not ready you just say, we need another moment. Only bad service let you wait.

[@xeyer6917]

Yep if you go to good places the service will be different.

[@falko.r]

Jab

[@ralfrackelhahn8822]

Basically just close the menu. And they’ll come to you. Isn’t that how it is in most countries?

[@GER_Jan]

@@ralfrackelhahn8822 or just ask for them.

[@ralfrackelhahn8822]

@@GER_Jan exactly.

[@jurgen3865]

Bei Rot musst du stehen, bei Grün *darfst* du gehen. :)

[@DarthCookieKS]

S Wier sind hooman beans 🍛

[@BreakingBrick]

Außer in München. Bei Rot darfst du stehen und bei Grün darfst du gehen. Außer es geht gerade und es sind keine Kinder und Polizisten in der Nähe, dann aber ab zu Fuß über Rot.

[@LanieinIowa]

Wish it was that way everywhere.

[@uweb1147]

Bei Rot bist du tot, bei Grün wirst du blühn...

[@GrrMeister]

Keep it in English - With red you have to stand, in green you can go !

[@momoanders6036]

Another important point: Don't Mistake Germany For Bavaria. Leather trousers and Dirndl are the traditional clothing in Baavaria and rarely worn. Oktoberfest is a bavarian festivity celebrated in other cities as well but it's not a German tradition.

[@GBlockbreaker]

Bavaria is kinda the Texas of Germany, sure it's quirky and stuff but most people wouldn't mind it not being part of the country

[@Transgender-ProphetMohammed]

Blocked i would, you turd.

[@davidhenke9441]

@@GBlockbreaker You are right, oh sorry Du hast Recht

[@DaveMidnight]

Bullshit

[@juliusvonplaten861]

Natürlich ist das ne deutsche Tradition

[@brianwinters2131]

My wife's family is from Hamburg and I have visited many times and I enjoy my stays greatly.

[@simonjmeier3124]

I am a German, and the most important thing to say is: do Not compare the Germans with the Bavarians, they are like the one cousin everybody has who is... Special... xD

[@NightLightDevil]

Und wir haben unseren kleinen, leicht beschränkten Cousin doch irgendwie gerne! Zumindest so lange wie er die Klappe hält und nicht redet! 😂

[@simonjmeier3124]

@@NightLightDevil oder mit seinen Autos wieder anfängt... xD Aber Familie kann man sich nicht aussuchen

[@blattcat7374]

Ich fühl mich dezent angegriffen 😂

[@simonjmeier3124]

@@blattcat7374 sorry, ist aus der ruhrpottsicht betrachtet ^^

[@thanosprassas8429]

Bavarians german tribe?

[@bogomir67]

No.6 is not realy true, though. It's completely OK to take your time to go through the menu, and the waiters will come back if you just tell them you need another moment. Another thing is if you are standing in queue for fast food. You are expected to know what you want by the time it is your turn. The menu is short and you can see it from the door, so...

[@varana]

That is mainly in contrast to American expectations, I think: Sure, the waiter will give you time to decide when you tell them to, but they won't check every two minutes whether you're ready to order or want something else. Also, if the waiter asks during/after the meal if you want something else, it's better if you tell them right there - they might not come back for some while. Sure, it's not strictly necessary, and they will come to your table if you signal them, but there is a noticeable difference to what an American (or other; I've experienced a similar attitude in Mexico, for instance) might expect.

[@bogomir67]

varana312 They don't have the time to check every two minutes. The trick is to have the menus open while you choose, and closed (in a pile maybe) when you are done. That tells the waiter to come back. It's also OK to summon the waiter, as long as it is done in a polite and maybe not too loud manner. Eye contact and a raised hand is fine.

[@stefanf4110]

I think he was basing this on his experience of busy touristy restaurants. Certainly the waiters / waitresses that have been working the same Munich Bierkeller for decades will give you a bit of an evil look

[@danielreick9904]

but you can save that time, because 99 % of all restaurants have their menu in front of the entry door... :D You can just cheat if you want. :D

[@GolemShadowsun]

it is more a newer style to take time in restaurants. years ago it was true, but nowadays the you get more and more time like in the us.

[@WickedKingLycoan]

I Love Your Comment On Memorials. Don’t Disrespect The War Memorials.

[@alienware4124]

Yeah like we are in america right now... sad people are this ignorant.

[@p.s.7430]

That's not a war memorial!

[@lukaskleimann-borger5578]

Das passt sogar was er sagt🤣

[@youreyestell4977]

Which should be a given. It's so sad to see how disrespectful and careless many people are

[@krazyspartanodst]

@@youreyestell4977 we are all gonna die b

[@susanandmontew7713]

I lived in Germany for 5 years and your advice is spot on! I go back as much as I can and love the German people!! Thanks for posting this! All the best from California

[@justink5000]

It's SUPER rude to walk with your shoes on into someone's house. But it's not so obligatory to bring a present. It's okay common, but not obligatory. We won't mind at all.

[@ivanboskovic1260]

But if my socks are dirty, as after traveling or hiking?

[@mojojim6458]

Nathan Mirr That's disgusting.

[@leonardoellis5033]

Why? Can't we expect that our guests shower regularly and take care of their hygiene?

[@ivanboskovic1260]

Leo and Nathan Hm, I'd feel unpleasantly to ask the host where to wash my feet and then for slippers.

[@Homeplaying]

Mojo Jim Beeing barefoot is not disgusting

[@bofadeez4363]

Don’t Heil in public

[@illusemytrustyfryingpanasa9249]

actually, don't Heil at all😂

[@VentilatorenBumser]

Yes, no ohne is going to find it funny

[@oliverkersting2852]

"Don't Heil in public!" isn't just a nice advice. You may be charged a few thousands of Euros for Heiling...

[@Quazarthegreat]

@@YungEagle3k #fuckAFD

[@zlkstore4805]

😂😂😂

[@ThomasGeist]

Don’t be surprised to hear a lot of “ja, aber” (yes, but). Somehow (we) Germans have a hard time letting something stand as is. 😂🧐

[@gsftb]

i just avoid those kinds of people and i am german..

[@felixgrote939]

@@gsftb wie wars/ists dann in deiner schule? da gibts kein entkommen

[@justaponyyy]

when someone states their opinion. "ich mag das nicht." "DOCH, ....'

[@gsftb]

@@felixgrote939" da gibt's kein entkommen " ist ein Glaubenssatz, den ich früher einmal hatte, bis ich mich aktiv auf die Suche gemacht habe nach Leuten, die nicht immer gleich widersprechen müssen und gegenläufige Meinungen auch respektieren und mehr zuhören, als selbst sprechen zu wollen. Ja ich stimme dir zu, dass diese Art Mensch weit verbreitet ist (auch in anderen Ländern der Welt)

[@roobbbyy185]

That's more of a thing french people do

[@pigoff123]

I lived in Hanau from 72 to 96. Best years of my life. I went back every year until 2019 when my mom moved to Esslingen.

[@tracypoffenbarger2913]

I was stationed in Hanau from 74 to the end of 76. Pioneer Kaserne.

[@Pixelfrog]

As a Swiss with a German mother, this is fun to watch. You forgot to mention that you can’t pass cars on the right on the highway.

[@thomasa.anderson8175]

Ähm, doch - ist erlaubt, macht nur keiner.

[@shaxd6s126]

Schwachsinn. 100Euro und 1 Punkt gibts dafür...

[@janalasz]

Du darfst rechts eigentlich auch nicht schneller fahren als Links

[@pixoontube2912]

Don't block the middle or left lane, when theres free space on the right lane, because that is triggering people to pass on the right as one would block the "legitimate passing space"

[@teilzeitteemo6190]

@@thomasa.anderson8175 Rechtsfahrgebot, außer innerorts wenns mehrere Spuren gibt. Entweder keinen Führerschein oder du solltest den abgeben.

[@AnnaDaisybird]

Great point about the German people being very friendly and helpful. We had auto trouble outside of Munich this past summer. We stopped at a gas/service station/grocery store on the outskirts of a small town and asked for help. The shop owner not only helped us fix our problem, but he pulled out the car's manual so that he could reset the car's computer so the "get your car serviced" message would disappear from the dash board. Our oldest son speaks fluent German, he was translating for us- so he didn't 'read the manual' for us because we didn't know the language- he did it just because he was so very nice. We made sure to spend a little more than we planned in his grocery store. We live in the Midwest where Americans are known for being friendly- Well, this German fellow showed us how to really be friendly. It was a wonderfully surprising experience that we will never forget!

[@zeroo8124]

I'm from Germany and it's very accurate. 🤔👍 Also a don't in Germany, which I experienced very often because I work in a hotel: Don't touch us, if we don't know you and don't come too close. That's awkward and we don't like it. Like private space, you know? If you ask us something like 'Hey, you have something in your hair, may I put it out?' or 'Can I hug you?' (just as an example) than it's ok. But don't touch or come close without permission. 😉

[@shaunaisaJellyBean]

Zero O we are the same in Ireland! Some Europeans just wanna kiss as soon as you meet but we won’t even hug our best friends some times 😂

[@zsoltpapp3363]

Yeah some Americans like to touch and hug everyone, annoying. And i am not even German.

[@MrCmon113]

I can't confirm that at all.

[@seeadler3233]

Zero O Ausnahmsweise -George Bush . Der Clown glaubte er hatte freie Bahn Merkel zu streicheln ? Plumpvertraulich --Please don`t compare Bavaria with Texas. ( Another previous post ) Bavaria is paradise compared with Texas . I`m sorry , our ( US ) war flooded Europe with war refugees .

[@michaelalguire419]

@@shaunaisaJellyBean Yes, it can be uncomfortable. Every now and then I meet people like this. They are very huggy feely. Lol 😂. I actually had a professor like that. If he saw me in the hall he would come over and give me a hug. Lol 😂

[@brendalafone9192]

We lived in Heildeberg for 4 years. My Dad was stationed there I love Germany so much

[@reapzzz2607]

so i live in Germany and one of the biggest donts to do is not saying thank you, i swear if u dont say it everyones gonna be mad at u espacially at shopping

[@TheStefanskoglund1]

Bitte is a good word too.

[@CJ-lb6yt]

Stefan Skoglund !!! You have to say it !😂

[@Aganar]

Und trotzdem bedanken sich die Leute sehr selten. xD Ich hätte ein Problem damit es zu erzwingen, aber etwas Dankbarkeit hier und da würde vielen gut tun. :) Dein Gegenüber freut sich bestimmt auch über ein kleines Danke.

[@arthurmorgan6358]

Second biggest is don't ask which side of Berlin a German lives in.

[@revantheno-lifedemon885]

Is there any place on the world where that doesn't apply? Not saying thank you is just proof that you were never thaught some manners and also instantly shows that you're a self-entitled douche. (It's ofc a different story if you're on the phone or busy talking to someone and forgot it)

[@R4Y2k]

"Rule No. 1 - Follow the rules!" "Rule No. 2 - Always complain about the rules" Welcome to germany!

[@AllisterCaine]

Rule no. 3 - Break the rules if you think it is necessary.

[@emilthoresen981]

Rule # 4 Break the rules even if you think it is unnecessary

[@maythesciencebewithyou]

+AllisterCaine Break the rules if you think no one is looking or when you see others breaking the rules, follow their example like a sheep.

[@jamiewilmot4851]

Greetings from England 😗

[@henrylembeck7559]

as a german myself it is realy funny to see what people seem to be thinking about us :D

[@jopita457]

Henry Lembeck ja haha

[@faxmachine8132]

Have you heard what the Americans think of Canadians Bub?

[@latergator4154]

@@faxmachine8132 who hasn't? They're like our autistic cousin.

[@Propfaqs]

Germans are handsome and the food is yum.

[@jamiewilmot4851]

Greetings from England!!!!

[@craffte]

The cross walk thing is actually very convenient. It means you don't have to think or guess or risk your safety, you can take a moment and gather your thoughts or find something in. your purse or whatever. It's a welcome little pause.

[@kroxdrox3373]

Would be funny if he said:" by red you stay by green you gay"

[@JanW51]

Ich hatte so nen Lachflash😂😂

[@fischgeist7612]

I thought the same lol

[@christiank.708]

@@JanW51 naund

[@lokohalli7923]

Dachte ich auch

[@smookey5266]

ne wärs nicht

[@Calciumchlorid]

Corrected: "Bei Rot musst du stehen, bei Grün kannst/darfst du gehen"

[@dropj3]

Haha it's the teaching rhyme for little kids. In the Netherlands we have the same; bij rood blijf je staat en bij groen mag je gaan

[@kuntakinte4333]

Da gibt's noch laut Regierung eine Altersfreigabe.. ab 65 darf; ab 75 MUSS man bei Rot queren 😁

[@becci8099]

There is even an audio book on traffic rules for kids. Where an alien visits the earth and the kids explain the traffic rules. There is an entire song on that 🤣

[@BfRGuyver]

Bei Rot bleibe stehen, bei grün kannst du gehen. Bei Rot musst du warten, bei grün kannst du starten, das merke dir gut und sei auf der hut. :-) So habe ich das als Kind bei gebracht bekommen.

[@becci8099]

@@BfRGuyver Das kenne ich nicht, bei mir war es Ferdi Futuristisch 🤣

[@mathiasdreke180]

"extremely honest" - Haha, we're just so perfect liars.

[@lenbykrabi8107]

Yep

[@mfbs8706]

Mathias Dreßke so true🤧

[@Schwachsinnn]

Well, I gotta say that compared to Americans, Germans are quite honest 😆 yet the Americans are actually often times really kind to people they don’t know, whilst Germans tend just to ignore these people 😂 (my own subjective view/ comparing my experiences from living in Maine and in Germany)

[@robin-cw4sd]

lmao, einfach so wahr haha

[@7own878]

He means that a lot of Germans are very direct in saying what they have on their mind. It's a warning to not feel insulted.

[@sokkasboomerang1589]

I'm german and it's totally okay to say that you'll need a minute to look at the menu in restaurants, it's completely normal

[@spankspill4679]

Yeah but you would probably have to let someone know

[@sokkasboomerang1589]

@@spankspill4679 i don't really know what your point is? You sit at a restaurant, the waiter comes to your desk and says hello, asks if you already know what you want to eat and you either tell them yes and what you want or you say no you'd need another minute. And they'll be like okay, no problem. and come back to your desk some minutes later again. Or often you first order drinks and have the time while they get your drinks to think about what you want to eat. So no, you don't have to let anyone specifically know that you need more time, it isn't a big deal at all

[@christopherjobstraibitzer8407]

I guess he`s refering to the crowded tourist-hot-spot-restaurants.

[@niklaskristoffer]

I'm german and I jaywalk whenever it's possible. BUT IT IS A DON'T!!! For real, even if there's no car coming, there's always a person that looks weird at you if you jaywalk. No joke.

[@z0bi_]

well.... its fucking stupid to do it

[@zsoltpapp3363]

I feel you bro, but most countries have stupid things. No jaywalking as a strict rule is the stupidest thing i ever heard. However, i respect even stupid rules when abroad, and its best to do what the locals do: even when home, at some intersections everyone is jaywalking at some others not so much

[@kuchenstyler]

"Germans really like their rules" as a german: yup, spot on.

[@kevinstutzman515]

+GainedSalmon 3 dude don't please just dont

[@inakie7756]

GainedSalmon 3 nooooo!!!!!

[@John-Adams]

So why do you import Muslims who couldn't give a fuck about your shared culture and traditions? Is the occassional Christmas market massacre acceptable?

[@j3wishvulcan]

they have a rule that "muslims don't fall under the German rules". Now its oK!

[@beerrunner8153]

We Germans like our rules and also like being on time. This is breed into us.

[@singulartrout]

dont mention THAT guy or THOSE years.

[@santanubasak4242]

hahahaha

[@ThomasShelby6213]

You mean the good times?

[@sharjeelalisharcraft99]

@@ThomasShelby6213 yeah why wont you mention those

[@medici__]

😂😂

[@augustintravelguide4484]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXzPnZZje5iEaq8 Best travel options.

[@cygnus53]

I spent 4 years in Frankfurt from 1983-88 while in the Air Force and I loved it. I would go back in a minute. Many businesses and municipal offices, especially in the smaller towns, close for an extended lunch usually one or two hours in the middle of the day. It is called "Mittagsruhe" which basically means "mid day rest".

[@oswaldspengler8002]

As a German, I really had to smile. Thank you very much for this American perspective - great!

[@buttoningbenjamin5687]

Can you get around just using English (speaking as an American who knows no German)?

[@pf32900]

@@buttoningbenjamin5687 You probably could, but it's only polite to at least try to speak some German while you're there (find some German lessons in KZbin). Your accent will stand out a mile and someone will start chatting with you in English.

[@TheJohnnyh13]

@@buttoningbenjamin5687 Yes, its possible. But a mess. A good rule for every traveler all around the world: Be able to communicate with the police /local authorities ;)

[@gregkrueger331]

@@buttoningbenjamin5687 at the very least, try to learn common German words. You’d be surprised how many German words are in the English language too. It’s a lot easier than you think, the one exception i can think of that is hard to translate are technical terms, being a Controls Engineer, trying to translate wiring schematics or the like was always a challenge for me.

[@GeneralZap]

Americans are like 40% German if a Euro, average.

[@mercurio7287]

Don't talk about the World Cup 2018...

[@sololafolle1808]

MERCURIO true

[@tijad8944]

😂👍

[@dhaosx]

There was a world cup 2018? Nice to know, totally missed that

[@viktorliebl8942]

Why not. It' a nice and joyfull theme.

[@nitink.a567]

Can I talk about Vettel , spinning in race's?😝

[@texasson7950]

I am a Texan who lived in Germany for many years. (Ja, ich kann Deutsch sprechen.) Americans, let me give you a couple of driving tips: if you should drive on the Autobahn (highway), DO NOT "Hug" the left lane. That lane is expressly for passing; otherwise, you will soon have someone riding on your Azz. (No joke!) After passing a vehicle, immediately move back over to the right lane. Also, ALWAYS use your turn signals. Germans are very good about using their turn signals, unlike some Americans. Alles klar? Ich wünsche Ihnen einen guten Besuch in Deutschland. = Is it clear/do you understand? I wish you a good visit to Germany. Tschüss = Bye P.S. Please be mindful NOT to be a LOUD-MOUTH AMERICAN. (We have that reputation.) You will notice that most of the time when traveling on German trains and buses, eating in their restaurants, walking in German towns, etc., the people do NOT talk so loudly that everyone around them can hear the conversation. (It's considered low class.) Now, there are a few exceptions, such as at a beer (bier) fest. Please have good manners and attempt to speak a word or two of German at least. You will go further with most German people. After all, you are (or will be) in Deutschland, not the USA. You can at least say: DANKE = Thanks, BITTE = Please. When counting, the Germans use their thumbs to start with number 1. In America, we usually use our index finger to represent 1. Some other tidbits: Germans/Europeans don't usually fill their drinks with lots of ice. In fact, it's common to drink sodas, etc. with no ice. Beer is not always cold and it has foam. If you request ice for your drink, you may only get one or two ice cubes. It's also not common to make food substitutions on the menu. (Example: May I substitute the fries for a salad? Hmm...Nein/No.) You may, however, find more flexibility with food substituions around German towns that are near American bases. Some of my German friends have told me that many Americans speak like they are chewing bubble gum. I tend to agree and I've explained that we have regional dialects. Since I am from Texas, I tend to speak a little more slowly. New Yorkers (and the rest of you Yankees), on the other hand, tend to speak very quickly. My advice: Speak distinctly and enunciate your words. Germans are generally more FORMAL in addressing others, especially if a person is not a friend or you are in a work or professional setting. Always use FRAU (Ms.) and HERR (Mr.) and the last name. Germans like punctuality!!! Another thing....don't jay walk. Also, obey crosswalk lights. Walk across ONLY when the pedestrian light is GREEN. In short, Germans like NEAT, CLEAN and ORDER. Remember and practice those 3 words in Germany. You will RARELY see a dirty car in Germany, and don't be surprised when you see 1/2 of a car parked up on the sidewalk. It's how the German's park along the street. Well, there is a lot more I could share, but I have run out of time for now. >>> Mach's gut und Alles Gute! = Take care and all the best!!

[@susan123465]

Texas Son Great advice for drivers in the U S as well. Just show some courtesy and use some common sense.

[@Delzra]

as a german born and raised i can confirm this.

[@dennismuller3573]

Texas Son Jay walking is actually pretty common in Germany. Occasions are for example: Bigger Festivities in town, no kids around, no car what so ever around (especially in the evening ) You are in a hurry and crossing the street won't actually kill you.

[@dennismuller3573]

Texas Son Another thing worth mentioning is that should one be 15 minutes or more too late... A little notification would be highly appreciated. It's not polite to just leave people waiting in uncertainty.

[@tdlf156]

Texas Son Don't forget that Germans have a special love for Texas. German Texas relations are special.

[@KidFlowDlx]

As a German, this stubborn waiting at red lights gets me every time. I really hate it but its a very common thing specially in southern Parts of G.

[@takashikamiyama4607]

The part about ordering food is pretty accurate. I'm german and I work in the service industry. Everytime I hand out the menu I ask if the guest would like a drink before hand because I know that once I come back with the beverage that they're ready to order their food.

[@sailing-etanche]

I like eating all together at the same time.

[@linushennig8201]

You see the true Beauty of Germany when visting the Little villages

[@Luis-vy9bm]

Yes, big towns are disgusting.

[@RoFLduhasLoLgesagt]

Coming exactly from such a little village, i can absolutely agree with that! :) But you actually rly have to be ok with alcohol, cause there is always a reason to celebrate and drink, if we rly want xD Like a Backesfest (the house where they made the bread for the village), where we just put a bitburger beer pavilion infront of it and let play some music xD Also some Bratwurst and Pommes. :D #DORFKIND!

[@linushennig8201]

Lorenor Zorro ich komm auch vom Dorf

[@linushennig8201]

Lorenor Zorro wir haben in nem 5000 Einwohner Dorf irgendwie auch über 20 Hächewirtschaften

[@seeadler3233]

Absolutely true . I have made a number of long distance bicycle trips through German speaking Europe . I honestly say----Vienna is charming , but my best times and best memories come from all the Dörfer before and after Wien , München usw.

[@michealtesfaye5391]

If you are on the autobahn or expressway, drive on the RIGHT site please!!!

[@joycegriesing9807]

I have been to Germany twice as I have cousins living there. I was in Germany in 2013 visiting family up in Kiel on my mom's side of the family; and in 2018 in Schifferstadt on my dad's side of the family. I love Germany and the people and the environment. Hope to go back some day soon.

[@purplekillerpenguin]

Germans are my favorite people. They are super nice, direct, honest, professional, respectful, environmentally conscious, very efficient and have an awesome language.

[@Grosaja]

purplekillerpenguin thank you very much :D

[@dr0elf]

Thanks. But right now, we're runining our country for ever. :/

[@purplekillerpenguin]

not just germany the world is being ruined

[@dr0elf]

purplekillerpenguin But especially Europe and Germany.

[@crazed357]

Tim Wiedemann I know how it is being hounded by trolls. There's always that one idiot that will argue for no reason or say something stupid because he/she has autism or aspergers.

[@reeju12345]

Don't mention the Germany VS South Korea Soccer World Cup Match😂

[@kunal_265]

Always talk about Germany vs Brasil😂😂😂😂

[@JimmyS.25]

Oh yeah , baaad mistake. Talking about the war is allright , but DONT MENTION THE WORLD CUP xD

[@pittsburough6575]

Nahh its fine you just need a quick answer "Atleast WE won 4 world cups and you dont"

[@tobytv1274]

The germans are not proud of this there goes much wrong but now we get better and we will forget this worldcup

[@lunagacha6089]

@@kunal_265 Not from us, the brazilians But feel free to mention every single time that Brazil beated Argentina 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@UChris1995]

Usually, you call the waiters to come to your table in restaurants. For us, it is pretty impolite if waiters "annoy" you at your table every 5 minutes... So don't hesitate to wave at them for signalling that you're ready to pay/order/...

[@ThierryC2373]

And proper wave is a discrete sign to the waiter when he/she looks at you, do not over do it, it is pretty rude.

[@KiraJenLove]

"Rechtung, bitte!"

[@nanneste]

@DaughterofEve "Rechnung" not "Rechtung"

[@KiraJenLove]

LOL - you're right!

[@kyokoneko8336]

And tips: 10% of the total amount is usual. No problem, if you have cash ^^

[@benjaminisham1319]

I envy your kids so much! They are seeing so much of the world at a young age. Well done and great parenting!