Christmas market of wishes: discover the top 10 and special attractions!

Christmas market of wishes: discover the top 10 and special attractions!

Of course, the Christmas market should not be missed in the tranquil pre-Christmas period. A particularly nice opportunity for this is the “Christmas Market of Wishes” at the Leuchtenburg in the Saale-Holzland district. This market was recommended by the ADAC as one of 18 Christmas markets and is in tenth place in the nationwide ranking of the most popular Christmas markets. This award is probably due not least to the charming castle atmosphere and the artistic crafts made from porcelain, leather, wood and glass. Recommended attractions such as the “Porcelain Worlds” exhibition and the “Bridge of Wishes” attract visitors. The market takes place on the Advent weekends - i.e. on the second, third and fourth Advent from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For comparison: The Christmas market in Erfurt is in eighth place, immediately followed by the “Advent at the mountain railway” in ninth place, while the Tegernsee Advent magic tops the list MDR reported.

However, the Christmas season also brings its dark side. There was recently a tragic traffic accident in eastern Thuringia in which three people lost their lives. The accident occurred on the L1077 between Linda and Neustadt an der Orla. A car left the road for an unknown reason and crashed into a tree, causing material damage of around 20,000 euros. The deceased are a man and two women between the ages of 61 and 70 who had a family or friendly relationship with each other. This sad news situation overshadows the contemplative time and makes us aware of how important safety is in everyday life.

Safety precautions at Christmas markets

A topic that has been raised again and again in recent weeks is safety at Christmas markets. After a fatal attack in Magdeburg, the Erfurt Christmas market was evacuated on December 20th. Loud Thuringia24 Although there was no concrete threat, the Thuringian Interior Ministry recommended evacuation as a precautionary measure. Interior Minister Georg Maier promised to increase the police presence at the Christmas markets in Thuringia and to review existing security measures. Fortunately, the Erfurt market was able to reopen the following Saturday, albeit without a stage program, and with an ecumenical memorial service on Saturday at 2 p.m. for the victims of the attack. However, the security situation remains very tense.

The increased security awareness is not unfounded. According to the latest reports, the risk of attacks is perceived to have increased, particularly by possible lone perpetrators. This is confirmed by a recent report from t online, which points out that the federal government has put together a security package. A general ban on knives at public events such as Christmas markets will be introduced from November 1, and there will be increased controls to confiscate dangerous items. This is meant to calm us all down while we enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Activities in the region

Apart from the Christmas markets, there are also encouraging developments in the region. The Saale-Holzland district fire brigade association recently honored its honorary members on the occasion of the association's 30th anniversary. From 15 fire brigade clubs in 1995, the number has increased to an impressive 60 with a total of 3,000 members. This development shows how important fire service work is in our community.

Another positive example is the planting campaign of 2,500 flower bulbs in Teichwolframsdorf, where Mayor Götz Fritsch and 15 helpers pitched in. The mayor covered the cost of the flower bulbs - a nice gesture to beautify the community's offerings. The construction of the Columbus Center in Jena-Winzerla will also soon become an issue after the project was stopped for the time being due to a lack of legal requirements. Such developments are important for the economic growth of our regions and drive innovation.

Overall, the region is facing a varied and challenging autumn season that brings with it both contemplative moments and thoughtful aspects. Visit the Christmas markets, support local initiatives and stay safe during this hectic but beautiful time of year.