The Lindau Lighthouse
The Lighthouse at the harbour entrance at Lindau, on Lake Constance near Germany’s (and Bavaria’s) border with Austria.
Five questions about tunnels – Quick Quiz
There’s more to tunnels than meets the eye – and not just because they’re under cover! Here’s five questions about these engineering marvels.
Five questions about walls – Quick Quiz
Walls are such a feature of everyday life that it’s easy to forget they’re there sometimes. How much do you know about them?
10th Berlin International Literature Festival 2010
Visit the 10th International Literature Festival in Berlin – the focus this year is on eastern Europe.
Gathering nuts in May
“Germany is a land rich in tradition. However, every land, excepting perhaps Antarctica, is rich in tradition. And even there, I expect researchers have passed their time concocting traditions for all seasons. They probably perform their own spring rites like the rest of us, only in November and wearing thicker clothes.” Trevor’s thoughts turn to Germany’s traditional Springtide celebrations, which also include football, beer and – oh no – German folk music…
Rings, flags and bells
“I’m going to add an extra touch this year, assuming I can find one of those amusing e-greetings cards. If I put enough effort into it, I’m confident I’ll come up with a heartfelt template at Yahoo.com. Imagine my wife’s delight at discovering an ‘I Love You’ e-mail on the computer!” Trevor muses on his forthcoming wedding anniversary, the death of the Pope, and 1.FC Nürnberg’s impending relegation…