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Venice Carnival and the meaning of the Festa delle Marie

February 15, 2026

The meaning behind Venice’s Festa delle Marie Plus: Iceland’s brilliant education system. And what makes classic Greek yogurt so special?

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Europe in all its diversity and fascination – that's what Euromaxx brings to the screen. Once a week, DW's magazine offers its international viewers absorbing insights into European culture and lifestyle.

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