Lake Constance: The Islands

Lake Constance: The Three Main Islands Part 3 | Besides the islands, this section also has information about two other sights of interest near Lake Constance, specifically the Rhine Falls at Schaffhausen and the open-air Stilt Houses Museum. Out of the 13 islands...

Groundhog Day: The German Connection

Candlemas and the Grundsau Candlemas on 2 February, the 40th day following Christmas, is a Roman Catholic and Protestant observance that celebrates an early episode in the life of Jesus. Also known as the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple (Darstellung des Herrn in...

German Christmas Markets in the USA

Plus German/Bavaria-Themed Towns in the USA Introduction Although this is one of the most extensive guides to Old World, German-style Christmas markets and towns in the USA, we don’t claim that it’s complete. We welcome your suggestions for any we may have...