Seahorses, seashells, corals, protected tortoise species – time and again customs discover objects brought into Germany by tourists even though they are banned. Another thing that can spoil a holiday is duties on cigarettes and alcohol when imported above certain limits. Faked items purchased abroad, such as sought-after clothing brands, shoes and leather goods also cause irritation at customs checks...

Fläming, a popular tourism region in Brandenburg, has drawn up a concept that aims to attract tourism in new ways and strengthen cooperation within the region. In future a new capital will be declared in the Fläming region every year.