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Caution when handling fire in the forest

High temperatures and almost no rain: This causes problems for nature. In the forest, the danger of fires is increasing. Therefore, foresters and forest owners in the district of Tübingen ask for caution. Fires in the forest may only be made at the special fireplaces at the official barbecue sites. Barbecue charcoal helps to reduce flying sparks in strong winds. The barbecue fire must always be under control and completely extinguished before leaving the site. A car should only be parked in designated parking areas. Hot catalytic converters, for example, could set meadows on fire. Smoking is generally prohibited in… Read More

Ukraine film series at Kino Atelier continues

The series of Ukrainian films at Tübingen’s Kino Atelier continues. Next up on Monday, July 3 at 6 p.m. is the film “My thoughts are silent” by filmmaker Antonio Lukich. The film series is part of the project “Live Fight Love Rebuild—The Realities of Life in Ukraine”. It was created to familiarize the local society with Ukrainian culture. The films are shown once a month in Ukrainian with English subtitles. The continuation of the film series was made possible by the cooperation of the Atelier cinema, the SonnenBlau initiative, the German-French Cultural Institute in Tübingen and the support of the… Read More

Undeclared work: a business with many risks

Anyone who works as an employee in Germany finds at the end of the month that their wages have been significantly reduced after taxes and social security contributions have been deducted. As a result, some employers and employees are tempted to circumvent this by “moonlighting”. Then social security contributions and taxes are omitted and the wage is paid in cash. But this is not good business; it is illegal. All those involved face penalties, and the employees also suffer a whole range of disadvantages. For migrants in particular, the risks are high. What is considered moonlighting? In Germany, moonlighting is… Read More

E-scooters are forbidden for children

E-scooters may only be ridden by children over the age of 14. This is regulated by the ordinance for miniature electric vehicles. For children under the age of 14, the small scooters, which can travel at speeds of up to 20 kilometers per hour, are therefore prohibited in road traffic. It is very important to make sure that the e-scooter has an operating permit. A list of approved models can be found, for example, on the ADAC website: https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/elektromobilitaet/elektrofahrzeuge/e-scooter/. Because e-scooters are considered motor vehicles, liability insurance is required. This is evidenced by a sticker that is affixed to the… Read More

Tips for protection against heat

Dizziness, headaches, exhaustion, nausea and vomiting: These can be consequences of great heat if the body is not yet accustomed to it. Particularly at risk are babies, small children, but also the chronically ill and the elderly if they take certain medications or drink too little. This was pointed out by Baden-Württemberg’s Minister of Health Manfred Lucha. The Ministry of Health has published a series of tips on how to behave: stay in cool rooms, especially during the midday heat, and generally in the shade if possible. Postpone outdoor activities until cooler hours. Drink enough and eat only light meals.… Read More

Parking in Tübingen: With ticket or resident parking permit

In downtown Tübingen and in most parts of the city, only residents are allowed to park without a parking ticket. However, they then need a resident parking permit. All other drivers must pay a fee at the parking ticket machine—or park their car in a parking garage. Such a regulation also exists in many other German cities, for example in Reutlingen. Further information and a map of the parking zones for Tübingen citizens can be found on the city’s website. https://www.tuebingen.de/verwaltung/verfahren#bewohnerparkausweis. There is also the online form for the resident parking permit. There are four parking zones in the university… Read More

Fit for forms and offices

Forms are often difficult to understand. German bureaucracy is also quite complicated. In both cases, there is now help. “Form Coaching—Fit for Forms and Authorities” is the name of the new service offered by Café Sozial in Tübingen. Volunteers and employees of the city’s department of assistance for refugees are at Café Sozial (Derendinger Straße 50) every Tuesday between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. There, refugees who have been living in Tübingen for some time and speak some German can receive support—for example, to fill out applications, use online services, understand letters from authorities correctly and get an overview of their… Read More

Appointment service center: telephone help in finding a doctor

Currently, it is often difficult to get a doctor’s appointment. This is especially true for visits to specialists and is a problem even if you have a referral. Sometimes it helps to go to the doctor’s office in person during office hours. Many doctors also have the option of making an appointment online. If you still have to keep looking, you can find help at the appointment service of the Kassenärztliche Vereinigung Baden-Württemberg (KVBW). It arranges appointments with specialists free of charge from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. under the telephone number 116 117 and also… Read More

Beware of parking tickets: Where not to park

In Germany, you are not allowed to park your car everywhere. The road traffic regulations stipulate various stopping and parking bans. Parking is always permitted on the right-hand side of the road, and on the left-hand side only if it is a one-way street. In the case of a restricted no-parking zone, you are not allowed to park, but you may stop for up to three minutes. Where exactly is parking prohibited? Regardless of the signs, parking in the second row is prohibited – the fine is at least 55 euros. If cyclists or other road users are obstructed, it… Read More

Rottenburg vacation program during the summer holidays

Rottenburg’s municipal summer vacation program offers children and young people between the ages of five and 15 a wide variety of activities to spend their free time. The Spielmobil is back at the start from July to September. There, self-determined and creative research and experiments can be done. In the TCR tennis camp, two courses show how to play tennis successfully. There is a wide range of childcare options. A children’s flea market closes the extensive program on Friday, September 8 from 9 am to 1 pm. In part, there are other vacation programs in the districts of Rottenburg. Children… Read More

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