The ecovillage Sieben Linden, founded in 1980, is setting new standards in sustainable living. Central to its approach are community life and a decision-making culture that grants all residents equal participation and shared responsibility.

Have you heard of the Strasbourg Christmas market, one of Europe's most famous and oldest Christmas markets? No? Then come along and let Ivana guide you through the festive and beautifully decorated old town.

It's time to play the Christmas ABCs! Paula and Alina take turns guessing Christmas-related words and share what they particularly like about this time of year.

Alina has a special treat for us today: a German Christmas poem by Gustav Falke. Why not see if you can memorize it?

Paula shows us Heidelberg at its most beautiful, including the wonderful old town with inviting cafes, the famous university, and much more.

In this video, Paula shows us one of Germany's most picturesque cities and tells us about its most important sights.

Watch this video to learn about the origins of Christopher Street Day, how it is celebrated in Karlsruhe, and why it is so popular.

Arne Elsholtz, the German voice of Tom Hanks and other Hollywood stars, is a guest at the Carpe Diem studios in Appenweier.

What do you say or write to someone who is mourning the loss of a loved one? In this video, you can find out what expressions of sympathy are customary.

Paula interviews people at Karlsruhe's Christmas market. She wants to know what presents they have bought and how they like the market.

Alina and Paula tell us about their visit to the Latin American Christmas market in Stuttgart. Watch to find out why they enjoyed it so much.

In this video, Federico shows us a traditional dish from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania made from potatoes, a popular food all over Germany. But how many takes will he need to get it right?

The final part of our series on the federal states focuses on Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, which is one of the most popular domestic vacation destinations in Germany. Why is that? You can find out in this video with Alina and Ms. Klimper.

Alina shows us how to prepare a potato casserole like they would in the city of Bremen, which is also a federal state.

In this video, Paula introduces us to Germany's smallest federal state, which is located in the north of the country and has a few distinguishing features.