Danish-German garden festival: Digital minister enthusiastic with humor!

Danish-German garden festival: Digital minister enthusiastic with humor!

On the evening of June 7, 2025, a Danish-German garden festival took place in the residence of the Danish ambassador in Berlin-Dahlem. The event organized by the message offered an impressive backdrop surrounding villas and old trees. The scent of roses and apple trees hovered through the garden, while the guests present were put in a solemn mood.

The focus of the event was Karsten Wildberger, the new Digital Minister of the CDU, who kept a greeting as a guest of honor. His lecture dealt with digital issues such as the Danish identity system NEMID and the EU requirements for digital identity in accordance with the Eidas Ordinance. The Danish moderator mentioned humorously based on slow digitization in Germany, that lyrics are spent on hymns on fax devices, which caused the audience to be cheerful. Nevertheless, some of the guests remained with questions about the complex digital topics.

cultural differences in the focus

The event not only offered a framework for political conversations, but also an exchange about the cultural differences between Danes and Germans. Danes are often considered more casual and less impatient, while Germans capture by accuracy and seriousness. During a first meeting in Germany, it is common to Siezen, whereas Danes go to you faster, regardless of age or social status. These differences offer the reason for interesting discussions, especially in the border areas, where Danes and Germans maintain life and cultural exchange in a friendly community.

The border between the two countries, which is 67 kilometers long, was already set at the Eider in 811 and redefined in 1920 after a referendum. Another exciting feature of both cultures is that the languages ​​of Danish and German both come from the Germanic language family, which can occasionally lead to misunderstandings. This is reinforced by the complexity of the Danish pronunciation, which is often difficult to understand for Germans.

Culinary delights

After the Wildberger speech, the guests were spoiled with traditional Danish dishes. Rustic dishes such as burgers and meatballs were on the menu, supplemented by refreshing noodle salads. This selection not only reflected the Danish culture, but also promoted the cozy exchange, which many Danes describe as "hyggelig". The casual meal atmosphere promoted sociable conversations, while the guests explored the differences in the forms of manner and the humor styles of the two nations.

Overall, the garden festival offered a platform to strengthen the connection between Germany and Denmark, whereby both political and cultural issues were in the foreground. The harmony of the event was shaped by the respectful exchange and the common laugh, which symbolized the still existing friendship between the two nations.