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Getting Married...German Style
In the first article of this series, we examined some of the more interesting things Germans do on Valentine’s Day to impress their loved ones, and to ensure that the special someone knows, beyond a shadow of a doubt, just how special s/he is. In the second article we talked about the next step of the love relationship...the engagement. We learned about the old tradition of the <i>Freiersmänner</i>, and marveled at the idea of a <i>Polterabend</i>. Now we must ask ourselves...what do Germans do to ensure that the day at the altar will be a memorable one?
german interest
• german customs
• german wedding customs
• dowry
• abduction of the bride