Nach dem Fall
Step into a quiet, haunting future where the world has changed—and language learning becomes an adventure.
Nach dem Fall (B1) is a compelling German reader set fifty years after the collapse of modern civilization. When three young scouts journey far beyond the borders of their small community, they discover the abandoned city of Hamburg—silent, overgrown, and full of secrets.
Designed for early B1 learners, this story blends accessible language with atmospheric world‑building, emotional depth, and a growing sense of mystery. Readers follow Jonas, Mira, and Lukas as they navigate forgotten streets, uncover traces of the past, and confront the dangers that still linger in the ruins.
Perfect for people learning German who want a story that is engaging, immersive, and just challenging enough to build confidence.
Journey with them as they navigate:
- Silent train stations and dark tunnels
- Forgotten objects from the old world
- A few scary moments… and a lot of mystery
They must work together, stay calm, and decide what to bring back to their village.
Das Dorf und der Auftrag
The village decides to send three scouts to explore the world outside the village.
Die Vorbereitung
The journey begins.
Der Weg durch den Wald
The scouts make their way through the forest and beyond the known world.
Die ersten Spuren der alten Welt
The scouts discover the first traces of the old world.
Die Leere Stadt
After a few days of traveling, the city of Hamburg appears in the distance.
Nebel über der HafenCity
The three scouts enter the city.
Tiere in den Büros
Surprises await in the abandoned buildings.
Das Kaufhaus
The scouts explore an abandoned department store.
Das Kinderzimmer
the scouts enter an abandoned house and immersed in the memories of the previous residents.
Der Tunnel unter der Elbe
Danger lurks, as they make their way through a tunnel under the river.
Die alte Bibliothek
The scouts find a library that contains knowledge from the old world.
Die Gefahr
The building the scouts are exploring starts to collapse.
Die Entscheidung
The scouts must decide whether to continue exploring, or start on the journey back home.
Der Sturm und die U‑Bahn
A storm appears, so the scouts need to find shelter.