Sonnwendfeuer 2025: Magic lights illuminate the night in Bavaria!
Sonnwendfeuer 2025: Magic lights illuminate the night in Bavaria!
On June 20, 2025, a very special custom is on the program in Munich and the surrounding area: the solstice fire. This centuries -old ritual, which is celebrated around the summer solstice on June 21, symbolizes the longest day and the shortest night of the year. Charivari reports that the flames not only bring light and warmth, but also have a deeper spiritual and community-creating importance. The solstice fire has roots in pre -Christian times and originally served to drive away evil spirits and the protection of the fields.
The focus is on community, nature closeness and tradition at the celebrations. Depending on the location, the atmosphere can vary. Alphorn players and torches can be heard at some of a festival, while other events come up with modern elements such as food trucks, music and dance. Children's programs and campfire with grill sausage are also part of the offer. The highlight is the lighting of the main fire at sunset, which creates a very special mood.appointments at a glance
- 18.06.2025: Moosham, Egling, from around 7:00 p.m.
- 20.06.2025: Bernried (Binselberg), from approx. 6:00 p.m. (alternative date: 27.06.2025)
- 20.06.2025: Oberhaching (Schlagerberg), from 6:00 p.m. (fire: 8:00 p.m., alternative date: 21.06.2025)
- 20.06.2025: Weßling (Ferienhof Grünsink), Darkness (alternative date: 21.06.2025)
- 21.06.2025: Kampenwand (Chiemgau), from approx. 6:00 p.m. (alternative date: 28.06.2025)
- 21.06.2025: Wallberg (Tegernsee), from around 9:30 p.m. (alternative date: 28.06.2025)
- 21.06.2025: Brauneck (Isarwinkel), from approx. 10:00 p.m. (alternative date: 22.06.2025)
- 21.06.2025: Vaterstetten (near Munich)
- 21.06.2025: Ehrwald (Zugspitz region), from approx. 9:45 p.m. (alternative date: 28.06.2025)
- 06/23/2025: Grainau (Garmisch-Partenkirchen), 9:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
- 06/23/2025: Alpenwelt Karwendel, from around 9:30 p.m.
A particularly impressive event takes place on the Kampenwand. Here a five -meter -high stack of wood was prepared, which was piled up for the solstice fire and is protected from rain under a tarpaulin. reports the BR , the fire is inflamed as soon as it is dark enough. The celebration on the Kampenwand is accompanied by alphorn sounds and the fire receipt is visible from afar, both in the Bavarian Alpine foothills and in Austria.
There are numerous ways for visitors to experience the celebrations. Whether by cable car or on one of the many hiking trails - the area around the Kampenwand invites you to linger. During the celebrations, not only the impressive flames are admired, but also enjoyed Bavarian delicacies, music and dance. These community celebrations are an invitation to let the soul wander and celebrate the cooperation into happy festivals.
rituals and traditions
The summer solstice, also known as midsummer, not only has its own customs in Bavaria. There are numerous rituals associated with making fire and collecting herbs. Taste of Power describes that many people use the fire to leave the past behind and to greet the new time full of hope. Herbs are often thrown into the fire, which symbolizes cleaning and fresh start.
The short night around midsummer is often used to get in touch with nature and elements. It is a time of thanks, the honor and celebration that captivates us all. The legends about the little people who show up on midsummer night and envelop all the magical moments at this time are particularly impressive.
The festivals around the solstice fire are diverse and invite us to live old traditions and to experience nature in a special way. Because in the end it is about celebrating with each other, creating memories and enjoying the special moments.
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