Bratwurst Sunday: rediscover enjoyment and tradition in Advent!

On the first Sunday of Advent, December 1st, a very special culinary tradition is celebrated in Upper Austria: Bratwurst Sunday! On this festive day, people gather around delicious sausages, which are traditionally served with sauerkraut and potatoes. This event has developed over around 200 years and not only contributes to regionality, but also strengthens local agriculture, which is characterized by sustainable growing methods and animal welfare. Like Volksblatt , it is therefore about enjoying the excellent quality products from the region and consumers to bring your food closer.

The tradition of the sausage sonntag is probably due to the need for farmers not to have to feed their animals during the barren winter. Therefore, many animals were slaughtered before public holidays, and the meat was used as a sausage to be enjoyed before Advent Lent. This is also confirmed by the Tips , which indicates the far-reaching roots and different theories for the origin of this custom. In this way, the sausage Sunday connects people in Upper Austria and gives them the opportunity to dine together with family and friends.