Strictly forbidden: Mowing the lawn on Sundays can cost up to 50,000 euros in fines.. As of: April 7, 2024, 12:59 p.m Mowing lawns in Germany is strictly prohibited on Sundays and public holidays.

There is a gray area when it comes to hanging up laundry on the balcony. This is strictly forbidden on Sunday and public holiday - and can cost a fine of up to $50,000. In Germany there is a night's quiet between 10p.m. and 6 a.m., but mowing lawn during this period is illegal.