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The beginning of Summer and the longest day of the year will be on 20 June. This is a special day that marks the peak of sunlight and is celebrated by many cultures around the world. In Berlin, the sun will rise at 04:43 and set at 21:33, giving us nearly 17 hours of daylight to enjoy. The long days are perfect to take a stroll in one of the many parks, enjoy a refreshing swim in a nearby lake, or just sit back and relax in a beer garden with your friends.

Germans love to grill and take advantage of the warm weather. You might find yourself invited to German Grillfest, a popular tradition where friends and family gather together to enjoy grilled sausages, vegetables, and even cheese. Just know that a grillfest is nothing like a South African braai 🙂 

Grilling in public

When you do not have braai facilities at home or want to have more space while meeting your friends for a braai, you can use the grills/fireplaces at a

Braai Season

Summer is finally here and it is time to invite friends to kuier around the braai.  But before you light your charcoal, check out the rules and regulations that

It is also time to get your cozzies out as some public swimming facilities (Freibad) will be open.
Other options are to swim at a beach, a baggersee or a lake.
Hiking and riding your bicycle or mountain bike are also very popular activities. Great websites for trails are Outdooractive or Komoot.  Both are available as apps.

Unique weather conditions: 
die Schafskälte – Between June 4th and June 20th (usually on the 11th of June), there is often a cold snap in Central Europe. The cool and humid air flowing in from the northwest causes the temperature to drop. When this happens, the weather changes significantly, which can lead to the first – severe – thunderstorms of the year and put a considerable damper on a good summer lookout.

Folk saying (Bauernregel) Die Siebenschläferregel – “Ist Siebenschläfertag ein Regentag, regnet’s noch sieben Wochen danach” – According to this rule, the weather conditions that occur during the period around 27 June can significantly influence the weather for the rest of summer.

SeasonSummer
TimeCentral European Time (CET), Summertime – the same time as South Africa until the last Sunday of October, when Wintertime starts (30 October 2022).
Weather

The average day temperature is 22 degrees Celsius. The days become longer and there are more hours of sunshine

Plan your month

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Festivals

The warmer weather and long nights means that the summer Festivals are in full swing.
Cities come alive with street parades, music, markets, food and enough to drink.
Summer solstice will be on the 21st of June. It is still custom in many areas to light bonfires or use fireworks to celebrate.

Events listed on our website

Jeremy Loops Europe Tour 2025

11/02/2025 – 22/02/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – With his dynamic and electrifying live performances and a modern blend of folk and pop,  South African artist Jeremy Loops has made a name for himself globally in recent years. Boasting over 300 million streams and having toured with major acts like Twenty-One Pilots and Milky Chance, his success speaks for itself. He’s also collaborated […]

Prime Circle – The World We Know Tour 2025

11/02/2025 – 20/02/2025 @ 12:00 am – Prime Circle – The world as we know Tour Tickets available on Eventim, and other Ticket platforms Disclaimer: The events listed on this website are for informational purposes only. We do not organize, host, or sell tickets for any of these events. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the event details at […]

Kevin Fraser in Frankfurt 15 Feb 2025

15/02/2025 @ 8:00 pm – Join South African comedian Kevin Fraser for his #Imagination2025 comedy tour, a galactic journey blending classic humour with futuristic satire and local flavour. In a star-lit world of wild imagination, Kevin hilariously tackles life’s everyday quirks, from African roots to global absurdities. With impersonations, sharp wit, and a sanctuary of laughter, this tour promises a […]

Afrikaans is lekker – Amsterdam May 2025

24/05/2025 @ 12:00 am – AFRIKAANSE POPSTER-VIERTAL BINNEKORT IN AMSTERDAM Kersfees kom vanjaar vroeg vir Nederlandse aanhangers van die Afrikaanse supersterre Ricus Nel, Brendan Peyper, Elandré en Liza Nel! Dié bekende viertal se Afrikaans is Lekker-konsert sal vir SLEGS EEN AAND op Saterdag 24 Mei 2025 by die Theater Amsterdam in Nederland te sien wees. Die GROOTSTE Afrikaanse Sokkie After […]

Theuns Jordaan Tribute – Amsterdam

09/08/2025 @ 7:30 pm – 11:15 pm – The Theuns Jordaan Tribute brings together the cream of South Africa’s artists in the Afas Live Arena in Amsterdam to pay tribute to the iconic Theuns Jordaan. Steve Hofmeyr, Juanita du Plessis, Kurt Darren, Ray Dylan, Dozi, Bobby van Jaarsveld, Karlien van Jaarsveld, Ricus Nel, Jay du Plessis, Gerhard Steyn, Liezel Pieters, Dewald Wasserfal, Jacques […]

Khumo – Memories in a Mural Album release party!

21/02/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – South African vocalist led Soul and Funk band will release their debut studio album KHUMO is a five-member soul and funk band from the Mannheim region. Founded in 2022, the band quickly established itself in the local music scene with its captivating blend of soulful melodies and groovy rhythms. The namesake singer, Khumo, from South […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

03/11/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

01/12/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

06/10/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

01/09/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

04/08/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Meet & Mingle Mondays – Online Meetup for SA Singles in Germany

02/06/2025 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us every first Monday of the month at 20:00 for a relaxed and friendly online gathering! This is a great opportunity to: 💬 Share your experiences as a single South African in Germany. 🌍 Exchange tips on navigating life abroad. 🤝 Connect with like-minded people and build meaningful friendships. Each session will feature light-hearted […]

Some foods and drinks to try

01.

Berries

Berries like Strawberries (Erdbeeren), Red currant berries (Johannisbeeren), Blueberries (Blaubeeren) and Cherries (Kirschen) are all in season. 
Make your own Rote Grütze and serve it with Ice cream, Milchreis or pudding. You can find some more recipes here.

02.

Braai

With the sun shining so bright and a gentle breeze blowing, it is the perfect weather to gather around with friends and family for a delightful braai.

03.

Asparagus

04.

It is still Spargalsaison until the 24th of June, which means you still have time to enjoy the seasonal asparagus dishes that this time of year brings.  For more inspiration visit our Spargel page

Ice cream

 The best Ice cream you will find at Italian Gelato shops. Do try Spaghetti Eis, a delicious concoction of ice cream shaped like spaghetti noodles, topped with a sweet strawberry sauce that will make your taste buds sing. Trust us, this dessert is not to be missed!

05.

Aperol Spritz

Summer cocktails

Relax and fully immerse yourself in the sunshine by trying out some refreshing cocktails such as an Aperol Spritz, a classic Italian cocktail with a twist of orange zest and soda water, or the Hugo, a delightful blend of elderflower, mint, and Prosecco.

Fruit and Veggies in Season

Vocabulary

German Barbecuedas Grillfest
a state or feeling of warmth, friendliness, and good cheer.die Gemütlichkeit 
Man-made quarry filled with water

der Baggersee

Lakeder See
Oceandas Meer
Beachder Strand / der Badestrand
Blueberriesdie Blaubeeren
Raspberriesdie Himbeeren
Elderberriesdie Holunderbeeren
Strawberriesdie Erdbeeren

Sources

Summer Holidays

The school summer holidays are during July and August.  Schulferien has an up-to-date school calendar.  Start planning your summer holidays well in advance. Below are some tips and information that might be helpful

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