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The federal government is increasing funding for the Efficiency House 55 subsidy program.

Planning security for families wanting to build: Due to high demand, the federal government is providing additional funding for the Efficiency House 55 Plus subsidy program so that it can continue until the end of the year. The construction industry is advocating for its continuation until summer 2027.

Photo: © rg

Panorama - Travel | March 2026

Storm height in fog and snow

Seemingly endless winding narrow country roads, fields and meadows bordered by dry stone walls, where mainly sheep graze and the hustle and bustle of metropolitan Manchester is far away: a visit to the Yorkshire Dales in the footsteps of the Brontës.

Photo: © Susanne Freitag

Panorama - Travel | March 2026

A total work of art in the Atlantic Ocean

Lanzarote: The artist, architect and visionary César Manrique shaped the Canary Island and made it a model for sustainable tourism.

Photo: © princeph/123RF.com

Panorama - Travel | March 2026

"The potential to make luxury travel sustainable is there."

Professor Dr. Harald Zeiss is the founder of the Institute for Sustainable Tourism (Inatour) and director of the Institute for Tourism Research at Harz University of Applied Sciences. Author Susanne Freitag spoke with him about sustainability in luxury tourism.

Photo: © ZDH/BILDSCHÖN/Boris Trenkel

Panorama - Society | March 2026

Prize for Craftsmanship History: Four outstanding projects awarded

Every two years, the German Confederation of Skilled Crafts (ZDH) awards the "Prize for Crafts History". In 2026, there were four winners who were honored for their special contributions to the history of crafts.

Photo: © Thomas Plettenberg

Panorama | March 2026

Miss and Mister Crafts 2026 have been elected

The decision was made at the ZUKUNFT HANDWERK trade fair in the late afternoon of March 4th: Emily Maichle is Miss Handwerk 2026, Maximilian Buerger is Mister Handwerk 2026.

Photo: © niekrasova/123RF.com

Panorama - Travel | March 2026

Lanzarote – an island that lives responsibility

You don't notice it immediately. Lanzarote doesn't clamor for attention. The island lies there, still, rugged, almost timeless. Black lava, wind, little greenery. And yet it is full of life, full of ideas, and full of people who understand that the future means responsibility.

Panorama - Travel | March 2026

Groningen: Lively, laid-back and wide awake

Cozy yet in tune with the rhythm of a vibrant city. Groningen is rich in cultural and endearing encounters and impressively underlines its slogan: "There's nothing above Groningen."

Panorama - Travel | February 2026

Mister Handwerk conquers Budapest: A weekend full of experiences

Budapest is perfect for a guys' weekend. After a failed attempt, Mister Handwerk 2023 was finally able to explore a city with a colleague that has so much to offer, from natural thermal baths and wonderful historical architecture to a vibrant urban nightlife.

Panorama | February 2026

Hangover mood: Ten tips to combat discomfort

There is no such thing as healthy alcohol consumption. The North Rhine Chamber of Pharmacists explains what to do if you do happen to drink too much.

Chamber of Skilled Crafts celebrates 1.440 new master craftsman titles

Craftsmanship demonstrated its strength at the traditional trade fair.

Energy tax refund: Repayment also possible in 2026

Healthy at the workplace: Information event

Interview: "Participate and help shape the future instead of complaining"

New rules for product liability

The 2026/2027 daycare center competition for skilled trades is starting.

The federal government is increasing funding for the Efficiency House 55 subsidy program.

"Climate change is an ecological, but also an economic challenge."

The Greens demand: Finally introduce maternity protection for the self-employed!

State modernization: Despite progress, the skilled trades still see a great need for action

Packaging Ordinance: Bakery trade calls for effective de minimis thresholds for SMEs

Online tool: How to check the fuel or electricity costs of your company vehicles

Draft law: New rules for liability after traffic accidents

New e-vans and a digital ecosystem

Interview: "Participate and help shape the future instead of complaining"

"We want to promote France as a four-seasons destination"

1Live Sector Report: "We need to talk about death"

ISH 2027 showcases trends in building technology

Warning: How tradespeople can avoid liability traps

Strauss presents AI-powered tool glasses for the trades

Brillux expands range of painter's workwear

Storm height in fog and snow

A total work of art in the Atlantic Ocean

"The potential to make luxury travel sustainable is there."

Prize for Craftsmanship History: Four outstanding projects awarded

Miss and Mister Crafts 2026 have been elected

Lanzarote – an island that lives responsibility

Groningen: Lively, laid-back and wide awake

Mister Handwerk conquers Budapest: A weekend full of experiences

Hangover mood: Ten tips to combat discomfort