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Valentine's Day in Germany! Bonus: Love-related wishes for Valentine's Day in German and English

  • Writer: Sarah
    Sarah
  • Feb 13, 2023
  • 3 min read

Updated: Aug 24, 2023

Valentine's Day, der Valentinstag, is a popular holiday celebrated annually on February 14th. In Germany, this day is widely celebrated and considered as an opportunity to show love and affection towards significant others.


In Germany, Valentine's Day is a time for couples to spend quality time together and exchange gifts, such as flowers, chocolates, and love letters. Restaurants and cafes often offer special menus, while many flower shops sell bouquets of red roses, which are considered a symbol of love and passion.



Apart from couples, Valentine's Day is also a time for friends and family members to express their love and appreciation for one another. People exchange cards and gifts to show their love and gratitude for their loved ones.

Valentine's Day is also a popular time for events, such as concerts, plays, and performances. Many theaters and concert halls host special shows, and couples can enjoy an evening of entertainment together.


Hab dich lieb - Love you!
Hab dich lieb - Love you!

In Germany, as in many other countries, Valentine's Day is a commercial holiday. However, it is also a time for people to express their love and affection for one another, and many German couples make a special effort to celebrate this day in a meaningful way.










Here are some common Valentine's Day vocabulary words in German:

  1. Valentine's Day - der Valentinstag

  2. Love - die Liebe

  3. Heart - das Herz

  4. Rose - die Rose

  5. Chocolate - die Schokolade

  6. Gift - das Geschenk

  7. Card - die Karte

  8. Bouquet - das Bouquet

  9. Sweetheart - der Schatz

  10. Love letter - der Liebesbrief

Here are some love-related wishes for Valentine's Day in German and English:

  1. German: Ich wünsche dir einen wunderschönen Valentinstag voller Liebe und Glück. English: I wish you a beautiful Valentine's Day filled with love and happiness.

  2. German: Möge dieser Valentinstag voller Zärtlichkeit und Herzlichkeit sein. English: May this Valentine's Day be filled with tenderness and warmth.

  3. German: Ich bin so dankbar, dass ich dich an meiner Seite habe und wünsche dir einen unvergesslichen Valentinstag. English: I am so grateful to have you by my side and wish you an unforgettable Valentine's Day.

  4. German: Möge dein Herz heute und immer voller Liebe und Freude sein. English: May your heart be filled with love and joy today and always.

  5. German: Ich wünsche dir alles Glück und all die Liebe, die du verdienst, an diesem besonderen Tag. English: I wish you all the luck and all the love you deserve on this special day.

  6. German: Möge dieser Valentinstag voller wunderbarer Überraschungen und unvergesslicher Erinnerungen sein. English: May this Valentine's Day be filled with wonderful surprises and unforgettable memories.

  7. German: Ich danke dir für die unendliche Liebe und Fürsorge, die du mir jeden Tag zeigst. Happy Valentine's Day! English: I thank you for the endless love and care you show me every day. Happy Valentine's Day!

  8. German: Möge dein Valentinstag gefüllt sein mit Lachen, Freude und all den Dingen, die du am meisten liebst. English: May your Valentine's Day be filled with laughter, joy, and all the things you love the most.

  9. German: Ich bin unendlich dankbar, dich in meinem Leben zu haben und wünsche dir einen wunderbaren Valentinstag voller Liebe und Glück. English: I am infinitely grateful to have you in my life and wish you a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with love and happiness.

  10. German: Hiermit wünsche ich dir alles Glück und alle Liebe der Welt an diesem besonderen Tag. Happy Valentine's Day! English: I wish you all the happiness and all the love in the world on this special day. Happy Valentine's Day!


Love - die Liebe
Love - die Liebe


Here are some of GM's favorite German love songs:

  1. "Ich Hab Dich Lieb" by Herbert Grönemeyer

  2. "Das Beste" by Silbermond

  3. "Atemlos Durch die Nacht" by Helene Fischer

  4. "Ich Will Dich" by Nena

  5. "Ein Kompliment" by Sportfreunde Stiller

  6. "Verdammt Ich Lieb Dich" by Matthias Reim

  7. "Dieser Weg" by Xavier Naidoo

  8. "Ich Bin Bei Dir" by Jürgen Drews

  9. "Küss Mich, Halt Mich, Lieb Mich" by Elfi Graf

  10. "Eine Neue Liebe Ist Wie Ein Neues Leben" by Jürgen Marcus


Here are some of GM's favorite German love movies:

  1. "Good Bye, Lenin!" (2003)

  2. "Lola Rennt" (1998)

  3. "Im Juli" (2000)

  4. "Das Parfum" (2006)

  5. "Wickie und die starken Männer" (2009)

  6. "Rosenstraße" (2003)

  7. "Soul Kitchen" (2009)

  8. "Das Leben der Anderen" (2006)

  9. "Die Welle" (2008)

  10. "Das Boot" (1981)


In conclusion, Valentine's Day is widely celebrated in Germany and considered an opportunity to show love and appreciation for loved ones. Whether it's through gifts, special menus, concerts, or just spending quality time together, this holiday is a time to show love and affection to those who matter most.


Wir wünschen allen German minds einen wunderschönen Valentinstag!



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