Winter solstice in Saxon Switzerland: celebrate under stars!

Winter solstice in Saxon Switzerland: celebrate under stars!

On December 21, 2024, the time has come again: The shortest day and the longest night of the year are imminent. The winter solstice is duly celebrated in Saxon Switzerland. Climbing and nature lovers in particular gather during this time to keep traditions alive. A popular meeting point is little love, a forest clearing near Bad Schandau, where from 5 p.m. the choir of the mountain finch Dresden will begin with festive songs. Afterwards, the solstice fire with the powerful reputation "flame up", as the Also celebrated on the opposite side of the Elbe is celebrated at the same time. Here the famous Saxon mountaineering choir "Kurt Schlosser" Dresden ensures musical entertainment on the fairground in Kleinhennersdorf. This venue also promises an atmospheric ambience, accompanied by a large sunscreen fire and an offer of food and drinks. Such celebrations are not just a custom, but bring people together to welcome the return of light and celebrate the winter time.