German Culture Site
	Tracie Marquardt BellaOnline's German Culture Editor

Bad Duerkheim Wurstmarkt
The end of summer is marked by the Bad Duerkheim Wurstmarkt, the largest wine festival in the world. Not only can you try dozens of regional wines, you can also bring your family and enjoy great food and fun rides. Find out more here.

Bergkirchweih, the Annual Beer Fest in Erlangen
The Bergkirchweih is one of the best beer fests I have ever been to in Germany. The fest is held every year in Erlangen, Germany, beginning just before Pentecost and lasting for 12 days. There are a couple of things that differentiate this beer fest from all others. Read on to find out more.

German Carnival – Karneval or Fasching
The German take on Fat Tuesday is a "fifth season" filled with fun, food, parades, and kissing.

The Real Carnival in Cologne
Many people have heard of Carnival in Germany. Find out what really happens on 11/11, the kick-off of Carnival.

The Stuttgart Spring Festival
This is a great festival that takes place for two and a half weeks every spring on the fairgrounds in the Bad Cannstatt district of the city. It is not the largest beer festival in Stuttgart but it is definitely fun for all.