It is common to gift friends and family with a marzipan Glückschwein (good luck pig) to mark New Year. READ ALSO: German word of the day: SauSmashing thingsSmashing anything breakable, such as glass, china or ceramic is thought to bring good luck in Germany. SaltSalt (das Salz) is thought to have the power to bring good luck in Germany. A black cat moving from left to right will bring bad luck, whereas a black cat moving from right to left will bestow good luck on the person whose path it crosses. Traditionally, horseshoes are hung from the front door to bless visitors with good luck, though there are mixed opinions on which way they should be hung.

Source: The Local July 29, 2021 14:14 UTC