r/AskAGerman 18h ago

Culture Car choice and stigmas?

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I’m looking into moving to Germany, i love cars and have all my life, I come from Denmark and currently drive a bmw G30 545e.(expensive car in Denmark because of tax) in Denmark there is a stigma about young people and expensive cars, it’s almost like I’m villainized for my choice of car, even the police love to pull me over.

For tax reasons i will get rid of this car when I move to Germany and I got a friend with a fully specced x7 M50D he offered me to buy this since he just imported another x7 for himself.

To the question at hand: would Germans also think I’m and asshole for being 25 and driving an x7? Or is it not socially outlawed like in Denmark? I need to say that I’m considering the x7 since i like the car, it’s comfortable and I drive many kilometers a year. Not because it’s supposed to be a flashy car.


r/AskAGerman 23h ago

Health Is Opticrom sold OTC at german pharmacy?

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Or something similar for eyedrops , any name?

Thanks for any tip.


r/AskAGerman 12h ago

Personal My dad has supported German national football since childhood, even when it wasn't common here

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Hi everyone!

I just wanted to share something with this subreddit.

My dad has been a huge supporter of the German national football team ever since he was a kid. Back then in Bangladesh, that wasn't very common. Most football fans mainly supported Brazil or Argentina, so supporting Germany was a bit unusual.

Nowadays, I've noticed it's much more common for people here, especially among the younger generation, to support different national teams, including Germany.

I was just curious , how do Germans feel knowing that your national team has supporters from places as far away as Bangladesh? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Greetings from Bangladesh! 🇧🇩


r/AskAGerman 23m ago

Freund?

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Hi everyone! I am a 20 year old from Pakistan and I randomly got the idea of making a German friend. I do not know much German yet, I have only learned counting, the alphabet, and some basic greetings so far, but I thought why not just try. Worst case I get no response and that is completely okay too.

I have a brother living in Germany and I am also planning to move there in a few years, so connecting with someone from there would actually mean a lot to me. If anyone wants to chat or is curious about Pakistan I would love that too.

No pressure at all, but if you are reading this, hi!


r/AskAGerman 14h ago

Rental Rules: Painting and Decorating in Berlin

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I'm thinking about moving to Germany, specifically Berlin, and I'm not sure how rental rules work there.
Am I allowed to paint the walls a different color, or does that depend on the rental agreement? If so, what's the most common type of contract? Are there usually any requirements to restore the apartment when moving out, such as repainting the walls back to white? Also, is it normal to hang shelves, pictures, or TVs on the walls, or do landlords generally discourage drilling holes?
I'd really appreciate hearing about your experiences or any advice. Thanks!


r/AskAGerman 21h ago

Hammock Camping in Germany

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Me and my mate are going to be traveling from Munich to Hamburg on the 24th of August and we were looking for campsites reachable by public transport that people would reccomend? We are also going to be bringing Hammocks and unsure what the general vibe is in terms of what to book and if they are generally allowed in place of tents. Thanks!


r/AskAGerman 23h ago

Food Sweets recs

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Hi! I’m moving to Germany sometime this year or the next for master studies.

A family member brought back a baumkuchen (the cheap kind, they say) for me to try before, and it was love at first bite. So I’d like to know where I can get good baumkuchen for when I’ve settled ^^;;

I’ve got a sweet tooth and particularly love bittersweet desserts so I’ll take any recommendations for other sweets (or pastries) too ´・ᴗ・`

Distance isn’t an issue for me since I’ve drove to further places back in my home country for less plus I’ve got a victim family member to drag around too🫩


r/AskAGerman 23h ago

need support to find helth provider for below embassy requirment

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I am apply for opportunity card visa so embassy ask me to fulfill following

Equivalent to German statutory health insurance (GKV), with benefits comparable to public health insurance in Germany.

Coverage of pre-existing conditions, without exclusion.

Unlimited financial coverage, with no maximum overall payout limit.

A maximum co-payment/deductible of €300 per year.

Benefits coverage in accordance with §11 I–III SGB V (German Social Code Book V).

Validity for the entire duration of my intended stay in Germany. '

can someone suggest me which Insurance provider i get it