German Life

This is definitely a magazine for the German-American lifestyle. Each issue has articles about destinations in Germany, about German crafts, or an event going on. But the publishers are well-aware that the audience is in North America. so there are articles about geneaology and other topics of interest to the folks back home. And it may be worth reading simply for the advertisements -- plenty of companies selling German goods have ads in here, so you can find a source from which to buy a beer stein or knockwurst.

Don't expect great literature. This isn't the finest, deepest prose you'll encounter, but then that's not the point. It's an enjoyable read, particularly if you want to take a virtual trip to somewhere else.


Lots of wurst, but not much meat   December 3, 2003
VeryScaryCarnival (Arkansas)
12 out of 13 found this review helpful

I bought a subscription for my mother (Munchen born, still has accent) last year for christmas. I had never seen the magazine on a news stand, so I took a chance. She was very happy to get it and she said she liked the stories. Her complaint being that there wasn't enough in it to keep her interested or wanting a renewal. I glanced through a copy and echoed her review. She enjoyed the pictures and often took the magazine to work to show her co-workers places she had been etc.

If you are looking for a quick read with TONS of advertisements for wurst and other german items, get a copy.


Love this Magazine--great travel tips &insight into culture   March 29, 2004
10za (Alpharetta, GA USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful

This magazine has beautiful photography and excellent articles.

It covers all of German speaking Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) as well as covering German events in the United States.

There are often historical articles and nostalgic pieces as well as news stories and editorials. I especially like the travel advice as it is often for areas off the beaten path.

I end up reading it cover to cover each issue


Worst Customer Service...EVER!   April 26, 2006
R. Derksen (Canada)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful

I ordered a gift subscription for my mom in November 2005. German Life received full payment for the subscription at that time. It is now April 26, 2006 and still not one magazine! I have emailed them several times from their website and have never received a reply. I called in March and was told the label had been printed and my mom should receive her first magazine soon. Still no magazine.

Might be a good magazine if you can manage to get them to send one to you. I've never, ever encountered anything quite like this blatent lack of service. If you want to read this magazine, get a copy at the store.

It's too bad you can't give negative stars. Their customer service is that bad.


Knowing the "German Life"   May 14, 2007
Ingrid (Sandy, Ut USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This magazine is excellent for getting to know the real German culture from top to bottom. Many people who have lived or gone to Germany only know various parts of Germany. This magazine shows the whole country. It not only shows the culture and aspects of the country today, but also its past. It also gives resources for traveling, health, cooking, and various indigenous products of Germany. It is really a good find for those interested in Germany's wonderful culture. It is mostly written in English with one article written in German.