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Ostern

Easter - Ostern in German - marks an important holiday in Germany as in many other regions of the world. Painting eggs, an Easter egg hunt, a special festive meal and bright decorations in the house and outside are just a few common things to do and have around Easter. A lot of local traditions enriched by family traditions mark this holiday in spring.

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Bräutigamseiche
Did you know there is an oak tree in the North of Germany that has its own postal address? That people all over the world can use in case they are looking for a partner? True story that dates back to the 19th century! Enjoy finding out more about the "Bräutigamseiche".

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Happy Postcrossing - Happy Easter
Easter is celebrated in many countries and many regions - and families - have their own specific traditions to celebrate this holiday in spring. No matter if it is in the month of March or April, we love this time of the year. And it is a good opportunity to send a card or two!

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Keep calm hunt for Easter eggs
Keep calm... and keep trying, there might be some easter eggs hiding well at the right time of the year! Go and get one or two.

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April
April can bring all sort of weather surprises, sometimes some seasons on one day! It is the month of Easter and nature spoils our eyes with fresh green and spring flowers. This is the fourth month of our month postcard series to accompany you throughout the year. So now you can cover all the April born with birthday wishes, too! 

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Weihnachtspostämter
It has become a tradition over the decades in Germany for children to send letters to Father Christmas or the Christ Child. Dedicated Christmas post offices across the country reply back. The letters are beautifully decorated with christmas stamps and a special cancellation. The word has spread and mail comes in before Christmas from all over the world!

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Karneval, Fastnacht
Karneval, Fastnacht, Fasching - these and more words describe carnival as celebrated in different parts of Germany. Depending on the region, city and sometimes village, there is a huge variety of rituals and traditions. The big parades are the most prominent part of these "crazy days". Things in common are music, costumes and much fun! Get a taste of it with this uplifting postcard!

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Happy Postcrossing in Spring
Happy Postcrossing in Spring! Who would not enjoy this season when nature is bringing us back colour and greens and the days get more sunlight. Everything seems to come back to life - our bright card just perfectly fits!

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March - Travel the Year
March - the third month of the year marks the beginning of spring and nature is all set to start. Iconic storks model for our March postcard in the "Travel the Year" monthly series. Vintage travel poster style the papersisters way.

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Märchen
Fairytales have a long history in Germany. Some all-time favourites are Hänsel and Gretel, Rotkäppchen - Little Red Riding Hood and Frau Holle. Find out more about this tradition on this lovely card!

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Easter Cuties
Happy Easter! Send these two curious and cute lambs to friends and family that you cannot meet over the Easter holidays. This vintage travel poster style postcard will share the magic!

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March
The month of March marks the beginning of spring. Nature awakens, colors and birds come back, the sun gains more strength and Easter is around the corner. The third month of our month postcard series to accompany you throughout the year. Great as a birthday postcard for all March born. 

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St. Martin's Day
St. Martin's day is celebrated in large parts of Germany and Europe. On November 11th, people remember to good deeds of St. Martin with processions, traditional geese meals, singing and bonfires. Kids love the sweets they receive when singing traditional songs and the light of lanterns is welcome in the darker time of the year.

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Sternsinger
Around January 6th, Epiphany, you can spot groups of children dressed up as Three Magi in many areas of Germany. They walk from door to door, singing songs, collecting money for charities,and blessing the houses. A wonderful start to the year during a dark month!

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Spring Basics
Spring is in the air! After the winter, we love to see all the fresh green and colours that show up when nature awakens. Greet this lovely season with this fresh card!

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