When do the legal night-time quiet hours begin in Germany?
Einbürgerungstest, question 266 German original
Wann beginnt die gesetzliche Nachtruhe in Deutschland?
- wenn die Sonne untergeht when the sun goes down
- wenn die Nachbarn schlafen gehen when the neighbours go to bed
- um 0 Uhr, Mitternacht at midnight (0:00)
- um 22 Uhr at 10 pm
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Correct answer: um 22 Uhr at 10 pm
Why?
In Germany, the night-time quiet hours, called Nachtruhe, usually begin at 10 pm and last until 6 am. During this time, noise that disturbs the neighbours is not allowed. In rented housing, the Hausordnung (house rules) may also set quiet hours.
Key term: Nachtruhe = night-time quiet hours