Christmas market Erfurt: Sudden evacuation causes excitement!
Christmas market Erfurt: Sudden evacuation causes excitement!
On Friday evening, December 20, the Christmas market in Erfurt experienced a surprising and worrying event. Around 8:45 p.m., requests for evacuation sounded over the loudspeakers at the cathedral square. Witnesses report that a major contingent of the police arrived. The visitors, who were currently enjoying mulled wine and bratwurst, were visibly surprised by the sudden announcement that asked them to leave the place calmly. Despite the tense situation, people remained calm, which an eyewitness described as commendable. The aim of the evacuation was to ensure security after an attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, which had taken place just a few hours earlier. According to . This pre -Christmas tradition is firmly anchored in the city and offers numerous attractions, including a 25 meter high Christmas tree and an original Erzgebirge Christmas pyramid.
Despite the unexpected incident on Friday, it can be seen that the market occupies an important place in Advent. Visitors can still look forward to various events and the charm of the festively illuminated old town, while the organizers take all the necessary safety precautions to enable a carefree visit.
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| Ort | Domplatz, 99084 Erfurt, Deutschland |
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