Berlin

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Public Holidays Reunification Day 3 October Reformation Day 31 Octtober All Saints' Day 1 November Christmas Day 25 December Boxing Day 26 December New Year's Day 1 Januari Good Friday 10 April Easter Monday 13 April Labour Day 1 May Ascension Day 21 May ... [Read more]

Emergency number and Police The emergency number 112 also applies in Germany. Use this number if you need the fire brigade or an ambulance. To contact the police, telephone 110. Whatever you do, don't panic. Explain calmly what the emergency is and where you are. ... [Read more]

Dos and don'ts Men usually greet each other with a firm handshake. Women and children will also shake your hand. When you meet a group of people, you must shake each person's hand. If all the tables in a restaurant are taken, guests may well join you at your table. You're not obliged to strike up a conversation if... [Read more]