#221European Union and neighboursAuf Deutsch

Deutschland ist Mitglied des Schengener Abkommens. Was bedeutet das?

Germany is a member of the Schengen Agreement. What does that mean?

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ADeutsche können in viele Länder Europas ohne Passkontrolle reisen.
BAlle Menschen können ohne Personenkontrolle in Deutschland einreisen.
CDeutsche können ohne Passkontrolle in jedes Land reisen.
DDeutsche können in jedem Land mit dem Euro bezahlen.

Explanation

The Schengen Agreement allows member states to abolish their internal borders, enabling travelers to move freely between these countries without passport checks. This promotes mobility and exchange among European nations, bringing both economic and cultural benefits. However, it is important to note that external borders are still monitored to ensure security.

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