There are over 1,500 types of beer
Germany has about 1,300 breweries producing over 5,000 brands. The Reinheitsgebot (beer purity law) from 1516 is one of the oldest food regulations still in force.
🎲 Fun facts in Germany
A few quirky things about Germany that surprise almost every visitor — small details that explain a lot about how life there actually feels.
In Germany, fun facts comes down to a few things: there are over 1,500 types of beer, there's no speed limit on parts of the autobahn, and germans are obsessed with bread.
There's no speed limit on parts of the Autobahn
About 70% of the Autobahn has no speed limit. Germans take the left lane very seriously — blocking it is both illegal and socially unforgivable.
Tip: The recommended speed is 130 km/h. Insurance may not cover you fully if you crash going faster.
Germans are obsessed with bread
There are over 3,200 officially registered types of bread in Germany — a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage. The average German eats about 60kg of bread per year.