What products can I bring back with me to Germany
as holiday bargains or presents tax-free?

Goods you import within the free travel borders are duty free under the following
conditions: The goods must be for personal use or consumption only. If these
conditions are fulfilled, defined value and quantity limits apply (tobacco, alcohol,
coffee, perfume, pharmaceuticals; details provided under www.zoll.de)
For other goods, such as holiday souvenirs, a total duty free value of 175 euros
applies (except for gold alloys and gold plated items).