Suche
Mein Konto
Solstice fire attracts celebrations: light, music and community in Rosenheim!
On June 21, 2025, the city and district of Rosenheim will celebrate the tradition of midsummer fires. Be there!
Solstice fire attracts celebrations: light, music and community in Rosenheim!
Today, June 21, 2025, the longest day of the year, the summer solstice celebrations in the city and district of Rosenheim are all about light and community. How Radio Charivari According to reports, numerous solstice bonfires are lit in the evening to honor this old tradition and symbolically celebrate the beginning of summer.
The big celebration on the Kampenwand starts at 6 p.m. Here, the SonnenAlm invites visitors to get in the mood for the upcoming events from the late afternoon onwards. With good weather forecasts behind you, there is a wonderful view of the foothills of the Alps and the Priental. Various food stalls - including grillers and a crepe stand - ensure that no one goes hungry. All huts in the area are open and promise a festive atmosphere.
A highlight of the evening
Things get particularly exciting as darkness falls, when the big solstice bonfire is lit. Accompanied musically by the Aschauer Alphornbläser, this spectacle is sure to leave a lasting impression. The opportunity to jump over the fire is a part of the celebration that is not only fun but also has traditional meanings - so couples who jump over the flames are predicted to have an imminent wedding. This shows how deeply rooted such customs are in our culture. There are also traditions that the smoke from the fire predicts a good harvest, which makes this night very special. The Kampenwand website invites you to feel the energy and solidarity that such celebrations bring with them.
Traditions that connect
But what makes the solstice so special? How Hello.com explains, the celebrations are not just about fire. Historically, various traditions come to life on June 21st, often associated with collecting herbs and baking special doughnuts. These customs, which have persisted over the centuries, allow us to share in the connection with nature and the hope for fertility in our fields.
The Catholic Church has attempted to diminish this custom by setting St. John's memorial day on June 24th. But people's enthusiasm for the summer solstice bonfires was stronger. These special nights are not only an interesting part of our culture, they also strengthen community by bringing people together and creating shared memories.
Whether you go to the Kampenwand or take part in one of the fires in the districts of Rosenheim - the invitation to the population is clear: Come together, celebrate the light and beauty of summer. Now it's time to keep your own traditions alive and enjoy being together!