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Smoking in Germany in 2026: Where It’s Banned, What About Vaping, and Which Rules You Should Check Let’s take a look at where smoking is generally prohibited in Germany, how the rules for vaping work, what you need to know about importing tobacco, and why disputes over smoke are often resolved through the house rules. State Lotteries in Germany: Rules, Taxes and Odds State Lotteries in Germany: Rules, Taxes and Odds The Best Cities in Germany to Live In: How to Choose a City to Move To A comparison of German cities for living and moving: work, housing, transportation, traffic, universities, family life, freelancing, and quality of life—without outdated tables. The Fire Department in Germany: How the Feuerwehr Works and When to Call 112 How the fire service works in Germany: Berufsfeuerwehr, Freiwillige Feuerwehr, Werkfeuerwehr, the duties of firefighters, volunteers, requirements for applicants, and calling for help at 112. Torrenting in Germany in 2026: Cease-and-Desist Letters, Fines, and Safe Alternatives What are the consequences of using BitTorrent in Germany, how does an “Abmahnung” work, why doesn’t a VPN eliminate the risk, and what to do after receiving a letter from rights holders. Which German City Should You Choose for Living: Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin, or Hamburg A comparison of Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin, and Hamburg for moving: work, housing, transport, neighbourhoods, lifestyle, and selection criteria. Women's Shelters in Germany: How to Get Protection from Domestic Violence How women and children in Germany can turn to a Frauenhaus in cases of domestic violence, what to bring, how accommodation works, and where to call for urgent help. Writing a Will in Germany as a Foreigner: How to Arrange Your Estate and Avoid Mistakes Writing a Will in Germany as a Foreigner: How to Arrange Your Estate and Avoid Mistakes