How is New Year's Eve (Silvester) celebrated in Germany?

New Year's Eve, known as Silvester in Germany, is celebrated with fireworks, champagne toasts, and the traditional melting of lead to predict the future. At midnight, people gather on streets and balconies to watch fireworks and wish each other a Happy New Year.

German New Year’s traditions

Holidays in Germany

New Year’s Day (Neujahr, Neujahrstag)

New Year’s Day (Neujahr, Neujahrstag) New Year’s Day (Neujahr, Neujahrstag) is a public holiday in Germany, celebrated on January 1,…
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