Spätverkauf, Spätkauf or "Späti" (German pronunciation: [ʃpeːtiː]) is a type of convenience shop found generally in East German cities, such as Berlin, Dresden or Leipzig, which is known to operate late at night past the usual shopping hours, often 24 hours per day. Translating literally to 'late purchase', Spätis mostly sell alcohol and tobacco but may also sell groceries or everyday items.
Spätverkauf, Spätkauf or "Späti" (German pronunciation: [ʃpeːtiː]) is a type of convenience shop found generally in East German cities, such as Berlin, Dresden or Leipzig, which is known to operate late at night past the usual shopping hours, often 24 hours per day. Translating literally to 'late purchase', Spätis mostly sell alcohol and tobacco but may also sell groceries or everyday items.
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