Germany has locked in its 2026 budget — and it's unlike anything we’ve seen before. Record spending, massive borrowing, and a fierce debate over the country's future. We break down the numbers. | DW News

Germany in winter is a cozy wonderland of fairy-tale villages, festive markets, and snow-covered forests! ❄️🎄 Fun fact: The Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge) are the birthplace of many of Germany’s beloved Christmas traditions, from nutcrackers to wooden pyramids and candle arches 🕯️ 💡 Traveler tip: Visit Seiffen, the toy-making village, for handmade Christmas decorations and a market straight out of a snow globe. Video by Felix Schreiner | @felixschreiner_ | Guide to Europe