What is Walpurgis Night in Germany?
What is Walpurgis Night in Germany? Walpurgisnacht Night (in German folklore) the night of 30 April (May Day's eve), when witches meet on the Brocken mountain and hold revels with the Devil... Brocken is the highest of the Harz Mountains of north central Germany. What happens in May in Germany? May Day (Der Erste Mai, Tag der Arbeit) is an ancient festival to welcome the spring weather and to drive away evil spirits. It is also an occasion to campaign for and celebrate workers rights, particularly in Berlin. May 1 is a public holiday in all German states. What happens...