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Euromaxx Highlights

January 5, 2014

In this edition: hand made shoes, the Greek city of Athens, game developers, illustrator Birgit Schössow and a jeep safari.

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2013 DW euromaxx highlights

The Inner World
We meet a bean-shaped character called Robert from an enchanted underground world known as Asposia. Robert is the hero of the computer game "The Inner World" - winner of the German Developers' Prize for best family game.

Iceland– Jeep Safari
We explore the Langjökull glacier by jeep. It is a fascinating excursion that offers spectacular views of the unique landscape.

The Greek Capital Athens
We take a tour of the Greek capital with local artist Pavlos Samios.

Shoemaker Saskia Wittmer
Sakia Wittmer from Germany is now based in Florence, Italy and one of the world’s top shoemakers.

Illustrator Birgit Schlössow
German illustrator Birgit Schössow sent one of her art works to the " The New Yorker" and it ended up on the front cover. The American magazine is known for its strong covers and some of the illustrations have since become icons of pop culture.