German Government Launches App Platform

From http://www.germany.info/Vertretung/usa/en/__pr/GIC/2012/12/03AppPlatform.html

Have you ever wondered where you could visit Germany's oldest trees? Or wanted to follow in the footsteps of the "fairy tale king" Ludwig II? Or how about getting a run down of the weapons systems used by the German army? At govapps.de, a new app directory created by the German government, you can find all these and more.

The directory was designed in order to create a central place where Germany-related apps could be browsed and downloaded. The offerings cover themes such as family, education, and social networks and every region in the country. All of the apps featured there are free.

Other offerings include tu-was, the German police's first app, which is meant to help citizens help those in danger without putting themselves at risk; the DB navigator, which can help you book your next train trip; and many city-specific apps.

Visit the app platform at http://www.govapps.de/start