Did you know that Germany's 'summer fairytale' got underway exactly 20 years ago? Here's what you need to know about this intriguing word and cultural moment.
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Updated: Wed 10 Jun 2026 16:31 CET
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Did you know that Germany's 'summer fairytale' got underway exactly 20 years ago? Here's what you need to know about this intriguing word and cultural moment.
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