Disappointment on Sylt: No Christmas market of the comprehensive school in Westerland!

Disappointment on Sylt: No Christmas market of the comprehensive school in Westerland!

Christmas time on Sylt is a very special highlight for the islanders, characterized by traditional markets and solemn events in companies and schools. This year, however, an estimated tradition is sacrificed to the European regulatory framework: the Christmas market of the Westerland comprehensive school is missing this season.

like moin.de has decided that the sale of self-baked cakes and cookies beyond the applicable EU regulation from 2007. This regulation prohibits the sale of food from private households at larger events in order to comply with hygiene regulations and the obligation to provide evidence with regard to ingredients and health certificates. This decision is due to great lack of understanding among the islanders.

reactions of the insulans to the new regulation

The deletion of the Christmas market has already caused disappointment and resentment, especially in social networks, many residents express their frustration over the bureaucratic hurdles. Some creative suggestions for bypassing the regulation are already circulating, some insulans think about simply giving away the cakes and instead collect donations to maintain the traditional market atmosphere.

Despite the failures and the lack of homemade treats, it is still expected that the festival on Sylt is gratifying. In parallel to these developments, the island-wide Christmas markets continue until December 24th, as sylt1.tv . In these markets, insulans and guests can enjoy traditional peculiarities as well as Frisian specialties, including mulled wine and Christmas cookies under the free starry sky.

Every market on Sylt has its own charm, and the Morsum Christmas market shines in a festive shine next weekend. Here, numerous exhibitors present handicrafts, Christmas decorative items, handicrafts, antiques, dolls, hand -painted glass balls, jewelry and much more. The Hüttendorf remains open every day until 10 p.m. and offers a wide range of culinary delights.