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7 Things I Miss About Germany

It's a country nestled in the center of Europe with a lot to offer...

Craig Kanalley

Apr 05, 2023

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1. The Autobahn

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Driving on the Autobahn, the German highway which famously has no speed limit, was exhilarating. It's like a thrill ride at an amusement park, except you're at the wheel and in control. As I topped 100 MPH and beyond, I was in awe to watch other cars still zipping by me.

2. The Outdoor Cafés

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So common in Europe, why don't we do this in the United States? It's a sublime setup for enjoying a good cup of coffee or an excellent meal.

3. The Friendly People

1. Beer!

While I'm not one to drink, just not my thing, I experienced plenty of hospitality from the Germans. They were so friendly everywhere I went, from the small towns to the cities.

4. The Castles

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Visiting Burg Eltz in particular was fantastic. I hiked to the castle in the local forests, climbed hills to get the full experience, and got a tour on the inside.

5. The History

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Visiting Dom St. Peter in Trier, the oldest church in Germany, was amazing. Coming from the U.S., which was only founded in 1776, seeing sights that went back centuries was inspiring.

6. The Food

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Just when you thought sausage and potatoes could only be prepared one or two ways, I came across a half dozen versions or more, and they were tasty every time.

7. The Proximity To France

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Given my trip centered around southwest Germany, I was extremely close to the French border, so I got to experience France as well. French culture has its own unique attributes that made the excursion really enjoyable.

Would I go again if I had the opportunity? You bet. And I'd highly recommend Germany (and France) to anyone looking for that next big trip.

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7 Things I Miss About Germany

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In This Article:

1. The Autobahn

2. The Outdoor Cafés

3. The Friendly People

4. The Castles

5. The History

6. The Food

7. The Proximity To France

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There are plenty of obstacles that come when taking care of kids, but it's a very rewarding experience.

1. You get excited when the parents purchase season passes to the pool.

2. You've become friends with the stay-at-home moms in town.

3. You get a chance to eat "kid foods" again.

4. You've traded in your cute purse for a large tote bag.

5. You have at least one car seat in your backseat.

6. Their nap time is your happy time.

7. Lunch time can be a disaster.

8. You have to play the same board games repeatedly.

9. You catch yourself using the same lines your parents once told you.

10. Your "mom-mode" kicks in at times.

11. Your heart melts a little when they do something cute.

You'll never find any souvenirs with your name on it

1. You know you are up next when the teacher pauses while taking attendance

2. When “I’m going to do my very best to make sure I know all your names” is said, it may or may be an empty promise

3. “Wow! That sounds so cool! Where is your family from?”

4. You dread when people ask you to repeat your name over and over because it “sounds so cool when you say it”

5. There’s a 50/50 chance that your name will come back either correct or incorrect at Starbucks

6. People try to find shorter, easier nicknames for you instead of calling you by your actual name

7. When someone famous or fictional character shares your name, you get so happy

8. “What’s your name?” “It’s [name]” “I’m sorry, what was it again?”

9. You’ve pretty much seen every misspelling and heard every mispronunciation of your name throughout your life

10. When you find another person with an “ethnic” sounding name, you both get excited

11. Despite the struggles, your name is pretty unique… just like you

Can I be excused for the rest of my life?

Don't Be That Person

1. “Oh, so you/your family are immigrants!”

2. “Is Puerto Rico near Mexico?”

3. “Do you speak Puerto Rican?”

4. “You look too light/dark to be Puerto Rican.”

5. “Do I need my passport to go to Puerto Rico?”

6. “Geez, you are obsessed with your flag. We get it, you’re Puerto Rican.”

7. “Why are you so loud?”

8. “So does your family know English?”

9. “Oh my god, Puerto Ricans are so spicy.”

10. “So did you eat a lot of tacos?”

11. “Are you Mexican?”

Love hard, every day, and never be ashamed.

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