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The New Year's Eve Quiz

Elisabeth Yorck von Wartenburg
December 27, 2017

Many countries launch the New Year with colorful fireworks. There are usually all sorts of different end-of-year customs and traditions as well. How does Germany celebrate? We have five questions for you.

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Berlin Silvester Feuerwerk Brandenburger Tor Quadriga Neujahr
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On the stroke of midnight, glasses clink, and the first fireworks are set off. In many places in Germany there are big parties with fireworks, music, dance and stage shows. Other people also like to celebrate at home with their families and while away the time until midnight with games. What do you know about German New Year's Eve customs? Test your knowledge - from New Year's Eve to New Year's Day.  

Elisabeth Yorck
Elisabeth Yorck von Wartenburg Author, editor, planner, social media manager