Food & Music
grünkohl
schnitzel
franzbrötchen
currywurst
Food
brezel
schwarzwälder kirschtorte
deutsche küche
Food
Germany has lots of traditional food choices. However, it is full of international food and people love it! Some popular choices include: sushi, burgers, Asian cuisine in general, Mexican cuisine, Spanish tapas, Greek cuisine etc. Veganism is popular in Germany amongst younger generations.
Music
Top genres in Germany.
Schlager
This is a combination of German folk music and pop with simple, but cheerful melodies and lyrics about love. Widely popular among older audiences and also popular as party music for younger audiences.
- Party (dancing)
- Widely used during carnival season (there are specific schlager songs for carnival in different regions)
Pop
International and German pop stars are popular. There are also a lot of indie pop artists.
- Party
- Everyday listening
- Easy listening
- Relaxing
Hip-Hop
Both international hip hop and German hip hop & rap (called Deutschrap) is hugely popular among younger audiences.
- Party
- Youth (not popular among older audiences)
- Everyday listening
- Relaxing
Rock
International and German rock bands/ rock stars are popular. There are also a lot of indie/amateur rock bands.
- Party
- Everyday listening
- Youth + to some extent also older audiences
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