Germany
How Munich’s inner-city surfers saved their beloved river wave
The Eisbach spot — Caused by underwater concrete blocks, a wave along the Eisbach canal has been a surfing destination for decades. But a tragic accident led to authorities banning the sport, seemingly permanently, until the local community rallied.
Written by: Sam Haddad
Capturing stasis and uncertainty during the Covid pandemic
Four years since countries across the world locked down, photographer Valentin Goppel revisits the experience of a suspended youth in new photobook ‘Between the Years’.
Written by: Isaac Muk
The rebel photographer who shot life behind the Berlin Wall
Fight the power — During the ’70s and ’80s, Harald Hauswald shot from the hip, secretly documenting life in East Germany – and making powerful enemies in the process.
Written by: Harald Hauswald
St. Pauli are still fighting fascism with football
Changing the game — Despite playing in the German second division without much success, a new book explores why St. Pauli are an enduring source of fascination to left-wing fans the world over.
Written by: Will Magee
Documenting Germany’s forgotten refugee community
Lost in the Black Forest — Migrants – fleeing war, persecution and poverty – have been living in the country’s Black Forest for over 20 years.
Written by: Miss Rosen
In Europe, far-right extremism has become the new normal
The acceptable face of fascism — Writer Hasan Patel explores how the increase in far-right attacks has been fuelled and validated by an unfiltered online world and an unmoderated media.
Written by: Hasan Patel
How Germany’s rap scene is uniting a divided country
Change of tune — Grappling with societal fractures and a far-right surge, young Germans have discovered a new way of building bridges in the face of disunity: hip hop.
Written by: Alice Austin
On the frontlines with Germany’s eco-activists
Off-Grid Apocalypse — Deep within a forest on the outskirts of Germany, a small army of activists is fighting to protect a 12,000-year-old natural resource from being destroyed. As photographer Néha Hirve found out, it’s a battle that feels like waiting for the end of the world to come.
Written by: Néha Hirve
Adventurers choose their favourite Europe nature spots
In partnership with Keen — Daniel Neilson, James Forrest and Alan Hinkes reveal the areas that are closest to their hearts – and why it’s so important that we keep them protected.
Written by: Huck
How Görlitzer Park became a battleground for Berlin
Tale of two cities — Known colloquially as Görli, the public space operates as a microcosm of tensions in the capital between liberal and conservative factions. The fight for its future remains ongoing – but the conclusion will have an impact that stretches way beyond the park’s walls.
Written by: Alice Finney
Michael Rother: Life lessons from a true musical pioneer
Neu! frontiers — From Bowie and Sonic Youth to Stereolab and LCD Soundsystem, Michael Rother's impact on innovative music has been immeasurable. A new boxset of his most successful work celebrates his output beyond the countercultural touchstones of Neu! and Harmonia.
Written by: Cian Traynor
Meet the activist leading Islam’s ‘sexual revolution’
Religious radical — For years, Seyran Ateş has been pushing for progress in the international Muslim community, fighting off fatwas and death threats to carve out a more inclusive, welcoming space for women and LGBTQ people.
Written by: Jake Hall
