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German stores have special sales at least twice per year, the Sommerschlussverkauf (end of summer sale), and the Winterschlussverkauf (end of winter sale). Check your local papers, as times may vary. You'll find clothing reduced up to 80 %. If you want to pick up household stuff, a good time to shop is in January. Most stores hold "household weeks" around this time.