Stories to learn Swiss German - A1

Anna Goes Shopping

Anna geht einkaufen

Anna has to go shopping, but she forgot her wallet. What will she do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Anna's Birthday

Annas Geburtstag

Anna is celebrating her birthday at a restaurant. What should she eat? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

The Festival

Das Festival

Erna has tickets for a festival, but her friend is sick. What will she do now? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

The Letter

Der Brief

Anastasia finds a letter at her door. But who is the letter for? And what does it say? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

The German Meetup

Der Deutsch-Stammtisch

Simon is new in town and looking for connections. He finds information about a German meetup.

The Movie

Der Film

Today Laura is going to the movies with her boyfriend. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

The Key

Der Schlüssel

Felix can't open his apartment door. Where is the key? A simple story for German beginners.

The Ticket

Das Billett

Tim wants to visit his grandma and takes the train. But he has a problem with his ticket. What will he do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

The School Trip

Die Klassenfahrt

Fatma and Sadja are on a trip with their class. Where are they sleeping? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Dina's Birthday

Dinas Geburtstag

Dina celebrates her seventh birthday with a special surprise guest. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

A Day at the Lake

Ein Tag am See

Sofia and Alexander, two siblings, take a trip to the lake. What will happen? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

A Day at the Hotel

Ein Tag im Hotel

Mr. Fink works at Hotel Schöndorf and experiences various situations during his shift.

Emil's Hobbies

Emils Hobbys

Emil has a special hobby. But there is a problem. What will he do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1) with two possible endings.

Emma's House

Emmas Haus

Emma is moving into a new house. But there is a noise. What is it? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Hannah and the Book

Hannah und das Buch

Hannah has a new job in a library. On her first day, she loses a valuable book. What will she do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

On the Bus

Im Bus

Today Sandra is taking the bus. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

In the Park

Im Park

Ralf and Andreas celebrate their anniversary with Lena in the park. A small mishap leads to an unexpected adventure. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

At the Pizzeria

In der Pizzeria

Tarik and his family celebrate his success with a visit to a pizzeria.

Is the Train Coming?

Kommt der Zug?

Tim has to go to the airport. But his train is delayed. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Lotta is Sick

Lotta ist krank

Lotta has a fever. She goes to the doctor with her father. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Lukas Drives to Italy

Lukas fährt nach Italien

Lukas wants to drive to Italy. But there is a problem on the way. What will he do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Matteo is Sick

Matteo ist krank

Matteo is not feeling well. What will he do? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

By Train to Spain

Mit dem Zug nach Spanien

Mirko wants to visit his parents in Spain. But the journey is not as simple as he thinks. A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Mohammed Goes Shopping

Mohammed kauft ein

Mohammed is at the supermarket. But where is the milk? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Mona's Bike is Gone

Monas Velo ist weg

Where is Mona's bike? Can she find it? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Tanja's Jacket

Tanjas Jacke

Tanja forgets her jacket in the clothing store. Will she find it again? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Timo's Party

Timos Party

Today Timo is throwing a party. Are his friends coming too? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

Vacation by the Sea

Urlaub am Meer

Laura and her boyfriend Tobi are deciding where to spend their vacation: at the North Sea or in Mallorca.

Vacation at the North Sea

Urlaub an der Nordsee

Willi is going to the North Sea for a long weekend. His vacation begins with a simple decision: go swimming or visit a museum? A short story in German for beginners (level A1).

At the Office

Im Büro

Lisa has her first day at the office and meets unusual colleagues.