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A large country in Western Europe that attracts visitors for its Oktoberfest, Gothic architecture, unlimited Autobahn speeds, romantic day cruises on the Danube and Rhine Rivers, and many more destinational offerings. Germany is also a member of the Schengen regime and uses a unique liability pledge for applicants that use a cosponsor. A substantial number of Germans speak English with near fluency, especially in the medium-to-large cities.

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What is the meaning of this black/white (likely non-traffic) sign seen on German highways?

Often I saw this sign at highways in Germany: Apparently it's not a regular traffic sign, but nevertheless I'm curious about its meaning. I tried to ask a local, but they also didn't know. …
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Is it acceptable if I put an Umweltplakette to the top-right instead of the bottom-right cor...

I obtained an "Umweltplakette" sticker abroad, and the instructions asked to place the sticker to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the car's windshield (viewed from the driver's perspective). I …
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Is tap water in Munich safe to drink? If so, why do locals buy bottled water?

Water in Munich is very hard. Therefore some reasons for buying bottled water are: Some people don't like the taste. In particular electric water boilers get covered with sediments very quickly. Tea …
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Tipping in hotels in Germany

When staying in a hotel in Germany (Bavaria), what are the customs concerning tipping hotel staff, in particular chambermaids? Is tipping expected, and if yes, how much? …
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