France and Germany may be neighbours, but their respective cultures are quite different. But what are the real cultural nuances between the two countries? What is the reality, and what are the stereotypes? Whether you are taking a trip to either of the countries, moving to one of them or are simply curious, here are some of the most striking cultural differences between France and Germany.
Cultural differences between Germany and France in everyday life
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An English word of 189, 819 letters
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