New living arrangements are shaping German society. Targeted measures are being introduced to improve the reconcilability of career and family.

A dense web of state insurances protects citizens against existential risks.

Thanks to parental leave, parental allowances and high quality childcare services, Germany supports families and helps parents to participate equally in working life.

Civil commitment in Germany is high. Lots of people volunteer and the importance of foundations is growing.

Freedom of religion is enshrined in the German Basic Law, while the religious landscape is marked by increasing plurality.

German cities do very well in the urban quality-of-life rankings. More and more people are now wanting to live in an urban environment.

Germany is highly successful in top-class sports disciplines, but grassroots sport also plays an important role.

German cuisine and German wines are among the finest Europe has to offer. Regional and healthy dishes are particularly in vogue.