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"Right to repair": a strong signal and valuable message for the trades.

The law promoting the repair of goods passed the Bundesrat (Federal Council) on July 10, 2026. The law transposes the EU directive into national law and is scheduled to come into force on July 31 for most purchase contracts concluded from the end of July 2026 onwards. Kurt Krautscheid, President of the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts, comments on the new "right to repair".

Smart meter rollout should be faster

The German government wants to accelerate the smart meter rollout in Germany and implement it two years earlier than previously planned. The ZVEH (Central Association of German Electrical and Information Technology Trades) welcomes this, but warns against shifting obligations from metering point operators to customers.

Reforestation of forests to preserve drinking water

Only a healthy, green forest can ensure a balanced water supply. However, persistently high temperatures and drought are currently putting forests under pressure. Since water is an essential source of life, Krombacher supports the preservation of stable forests with a large-scale reforestation program.

Photo: © Anabel Castilla

Panorama | October 2025

Wine meets architecture – culture of enjoyment and top wineries in Baden-Württemberg

Vineyards as far as the eye can see, modern architecture that blends harmoniously into the landscape, and a lifestyle that oscillates between tranquility and enjoyment: anyone visiting the Remstal in Baden-Württemberg will discover a region that combines wine, culture, and nature in an extraordinary way.

Photo: © Vincent LOTTENBERG

Panorama - Trip | October 2025

Les Menuires: A ski paradise with a view

The view is breathtaking. Mountains stretch as far as the eye can see. Les Menuires is part of the world's largest connected ski area, part of the Trois Vallées.

Photo: © Stefan Buhren

Panorama - Trip | October 2025

Visiting the Pays de la Loire

France is the European champion in outdoor tourism, and the Pays de la Loire region is becoming increasingly popular.

Photo: © joserpizarro/123RF.com

Panorama - Trip | September 2025

Oysters from the Algarve

In summer, the Algarve is particularly popular with tourists and locals alike, as a fresh breeze from the Atlantic always blows here. But even in the off-season, there's plenty to discover on Portugal's southern coast.

Photo: © Austrian Airlines/DBS

Panorama - Trip | September 2025

Wine sommeliers take off

Enjoyment above the clouds: Austrian Airlines brings a piece of Austria on board with flying wine sommeliers and top local wines – for a special experience above the clouds.

Photo: © visitspc

Panorama - Trip | September 2025

Extend the beer garden summer

We're still enjoying the summer. But with the prospect of balmy summer nights and cozy beer garden visits, some thoughts are already drifting wistfully toward autumn. Beer fans, however, can extend those cozy summer nights with a good beer in Florida.

Panorama - Trip | Aug 2025

Finland: Tree Cuddlers World Championship

Better a little crazy than a total grump. On August 23rd, people from all over the world will gather in Finland for the TreeHugging World Championship to hug their friend, the tree, in the HaliPuu Forest.

Panorama - Trip | Aug 2025

Horizons Zingst: Photography meets environmental awareness

Once a year, Zingst on the Baltic Sea becomes a mecca for photographers. The industry gathers for the environmental photography festival "horizonte," an international event that vacationers in the lively seaside resort benefit from all year round.

Panorama | Aug 2025

Where wine culture and architecture come together

For five years, the Baden-Württemberg Tourism Marketing GmbH (TMBW) together with the Baden-Württemberg Chamber of Architects (AKBW) have been honoring buildings that combine wine tourism and successful architecture in a special way with the "Weinsüden Architektur" seal.

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"Right to repair": a strong signal and valuable message for the trades.

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Accident insurance company revises inspection requirements for electrical installations

Economics Minister Ebling: "What matters is what arrives at the workshop."

EU Commission presents action plan for electrification

Smart meter rollout should be faster

Stylish fastback – the Peugeot 408

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Opticians: Graduation ceremony with the Prime Minister

Vocational school classes awarded for creative ideas against violence

Reforestation of forests to preserve drinking water

Heimtextil 2027 realigns the carpet segment

Your craft. Your risk. Your protection.

Shop workwear smartly

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

Wine meets architecture – culture of enjoyment and top wineries in Baden-Württemberg

Les Menuires: A ski paradise with a view

Visiting the Pays de la Loire

Oysters from the Algarve

Wine sommeliers take off

Extend the beer garden summer

Finland: Tree Cuddlers World Championship

Horizons Zingst: Photography meets environmental awareness

Where wine culture and architecture come together