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24/05/2009 Top architects unveil vision for Paris of the future

Last June, French President Nicolas Sarkozy 10 teams of architects and urban planners to imagine a ‘Grand Paris’ that would be among the world's most environmentally-friendly and boldly designed capitals.

15/04/2008 So you think you want to move to Germany? Overcoming obstacles

A foreigner wanting to visit Germany faces some daunting rules and regulations. One American, Georg Behrendt, details his experiences in the second part of his series.

29/11/2006 From McNair to Monroe: a US Army barracks in Berlin is being converted

The US Army's McNair barracks in the south-west of Berlin are being converted into a luxury housing complex after being empty for over a decade.

13/07/2006 How to move house in Germany

As well as moving to and from the country, most expats end up moving house within Germany at least once. We give you some tips on what is sure to be a very moving experience.

20/04/2006 City essentials: Cologne/Bonn

You can live in Cologne and work in Bonn, and vice versa. As part of our updated City Essentials series, Expatica tells you how to get by in both cities.

16/03/2006 City essentials - Dusseldorf

North Rhine-Westphalia's capital city Dusseldorf has turned itself into one of the best places to live in Germany as well as a key business location. Find out everything you need to know about living in the city as an expat with Expatica's exclusive guide.

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The ABCs of the German school system

The ABCs of the German school system

Trying to size up the education system is one of the hardest things facing those embarking on a foreign posting. We set out what you should know about German schools and daycare.

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

Want to move to Germany but haven’t figured out the details? Check out Expatica’s overview of the German visa and citizenship system.

Taking your pet on assignment

Taking your pet on assignment

When moving abroad, the owner must make an informed decision as to whether their pet is up to the trip. Here’s an overview of the factors involved.

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Moving to Germany but still searching for a job? Check out Expatica’s comprehensive overview of the ins and outs of employment in Germany, including information on how to find work, recruitment agencies, employment contracts and labour law.