The club is one of the most traditional and successful rugby clubs in Germany and enjoys a high reputation nationally and internationally.
For more information visit their website
April in Germany is a beautiful month with the arrival of spring. The weather starts to warm up, trees and flowers begin to bloom, and outdoor cafes and beer gardens start to open up.
It’s a great time to explore the country’s picturesque landscapes, visit local markets, and enjoy traditional spring festivals like Easter markets and the blooming of cherry blossoms.
People also start to spend more time outside, enjoying activities like hiking, biking, and picnicking. Overall, April in Germany is a lovely time to experience the country’s natural beauty and vibrant culture.
One of the most breathtaking sights that you can witness during this time of the year is the cherry blossoms and magnolias blooming in all their glory. If you’re looking for a great place to watch the magnolias bloom, check out the Wilhelma Zoo in Stuttgart. With over 70 trees, it’s a paradise for nature enthusiasts and provides an unforgettable experience.
With pollen season in full swing, taking care of your allergies is important. You can stay up-to-date with the latest information using the Allergie website‘s Pollenkalender.
| Season | Spring |
| Time | Central European Time (CET), the same time as South Africa until the last Sunday of October, when Wintertime starts (30 October 2022). |
| Weather | The weather can vary depending on the region, but generally, it marks the transition from winter to spring. Temperatures typically start to warm up, with daytime highs ranging from around 10 to 20 degrees Celsius. However, it’s important to note that mornings and evenings can still be quite cool, so layering is recommended. “April, April, der macht, was er will” – meaning the weather can be very fickle. |
Many towns throughout Germany celebrate springtime with lively festivals filled with music, dancing, and delicious food. Among the most famous of these festivals are the Frühlingsfest in Munich and the one held in Stuttgart. These events attract visitors from all over the country, eager to enjoy the festive atmosphere and take part in the various activities and traditions.
| Holiday | Date | Information | States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Holidays | |||
| Easter Monday / Ostermontag | 2022-04-01 | Ostermontag | |
| Observations | |||
| Walpurgisnacht | 2022-04-30 | All | |
| School Holidays and Terms | |||
| Easter Holidays | Various | School Holidays | All except Hamburg |
23/05/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – After his sold-out concert on 3 March, award-winning South African musician Bongeziwe Mabandla is back in Berlin on 23 May hours at the Kulturbrauerei. Mabandla is a South African award-winning singer, musician and songwriter from the rural town of Tsolo in the Eastern Cape. He has recorded four highly acclaimed albums and has performed on […]
17/10/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – Welcome, music lovers, to an evening dedicated to the unforgettable sounds of Riaan Benade and Bok van Blerk. From the vast plains of South Africa, these two extraordinary artists come together to enchant us with their unique voices and enchanting melodies. These artists enjoy world fame in their home country, so prepare yourself for an […]
12/07/2024 @ 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm – After a sold-out show in 2023, Fokofpolisiekar is back. This time they bring their friends from Cape Town, Die Heuwels Fantasties, as support. There is no better live combo showcasing the best of African rock and African alternative music than these two acts. It will be energetic, melodic and full of nostalgia as these two […]
18/05/2024 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm – Casting of votes at a foreign mission A person who wants to cast a special vote at a foreign mission in terms of section 33(3) or (4), may do so on 17 May 2024 and 18 May 2024, between 07:00 and 19:00, depending on the host country’s dominant religious and cultural practices. In practice, this […]
18/05/2024 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm – Casting of votes at a foreign mission A person who wants to cast a special vote at a foreign mission in terms of section 33(3) or (4), may do so on 17 May 2024 and 18 May 2024, between 07:00 and 19:00, depending on the host country’s dominant religious and cultural practices. In practice, this […]
01/08/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – Trevor Noah Off the Record Tour. The actual time is not published yet, estimated it will be in the evening We are not the organisers of this event it is shared for information purposes only Tickets via the Trevor Noah website – this will take you to the Eventim Website
03/08/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:45 pm – Trevor Noah Off the Record Tour. The actual time is not published yet, estimated it will be in the evening We are not the organisers of this event it is shared for information purposes only Tickets via the Trevor Noah website – this will take you to the Eventim Website
31/05/2024 – 02/06/2024 @ All Day – The African Picnic Festival at Goethe Institute in Schwäbisch Hall, Baden-Württemberg, is the brainchild of Mthunzi Fesi, a young South African, who is also a promoter for South African artists touring Europe. The festival was first hosted on 16 June 2014. This year, the ninth edition of the festival will take place from 31 May […]
25/09/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Newly married, Schalk feels older, wiser and much more mature (possibly), but all he wants is to stay “hip with the youth”. Can he do it? Can he Keep Up? As seen on Netflix and Comedy Central and fresh from supporting Trevor Noah on his arena tour. This is an external event, we are not […]
29/06/2024 – 06/07/2024 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – The renowned Kearsney College Choir and Rainbow Agency, KwaZulu Natal, have the honour to inform you that former Federal President Professor Dr Horst Köhler is the patron of the choir’s concert tour to Germany from 28 June to 6 July 2024. Professor Dr Köhler will attend a concert of his choice. Kearsney College Choir has […]
24/05/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm – @Thabilé is a South African-born singer and was rightly chosen as “Artist of the Year 2023” at the African Festival Award (AFA) in Würzburg. Today, Thabilé lives in Stuttgart and campaigns for better coexistence, especially for the rights of women, who are not only oppressed in South Africa. Her songs tell of difficult living conditions […]
26/04/2024 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm – @Thabilé is a South African-born singer and was rightly chosen as “Artist of the Year 2023” at the African Festival Award (AFA) in Würzburg. Today, Thabilé lives in Stuttgart and campaigns for better coexistence, especially for the rights of women, who are not only oppressed in South Africa. Her songs tell of difficult living conditions […]
Lamb is not very popular in Germany, and it can be hard to find good quality. Apparently the best lamb in Germany is from Taunus mountains near Wiesbaden.
The Asparagus season in Germany starts towards the end of April and ends on the 24th of June (St. John the Baptist Day)
Rhubarb has a tart flavour that becomes sweeter when cooked with sugar. It is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, calcium, and potassium.
Rhubarb is commonly used to make pies, crisps, jams, and sauces. It can also be stewed or roasted to bring out its natural sweetness.
Starkbier is as the name suggests, a beer that packs a punch with its high alcohol content. Depending on the brewery, it can range from 7% to a whopping 12%. If you want to learn more about the history and culture behind this beloved tradition, check out this article.
| Happy Easter | ich wünche dir frohe Ostern |
| Easter bunny | der Osterhase |
| Easter egg | das Osterei |
| Easter lamb | das Osterlamm |
| Chocolate bunny | der Schokohase |
| Daffodils | die Osterglocke |
German meat cuts are different from those in South Africa. South Africa tends to follow the British way of cutting meat.Below is a explanation of the German Beef Cuts German beef
Starkbier is as the name suggest a strong beer. It is a legal generic designation for beers in which the original wort content is over 16 °P (degrees Plato). The alcohol level is between 5% and 10%. Most of them are seasonal.
In Munich, Starkbierzeit is called the 5th season. It is during Lent (From Ash Wednesday 14.02.2024 to Easter).
The entire cycling scene in Germany took some getting used to when I arrived here. In South Africa its sort of all kitted out serious health fanatics on bikes, and
When you do not have braai facilities at home or want to have more space while meeting your friends for a braai, you can use the grills/fireplaces at a public
Bis Johanni – nicht vergessen – sieben Wochen Spargel essen! The Asparagus season in Germany starts towards the end of April and ends on the 24th of June (St. John
German Climate Germany’s climate is temperate and marine, with cold, cloudy winters and warm summers and in the south occasional warm föhn wind. The greater part of Germany lies in
Easter in Germany is an joyous holiday that is celebrated with great enthusiasm and a range of traditions that have been passed down through generations. Colourful Easter eggs, traditional bonfires, and a wide variety of delicious foods are just a small part of what makes this festive occasion so special. Whether it’s by decorating Easter trees or baking Easter cakes, Germans embrace this holiday with open arms. Additionally, the holiday is marked by a plethora of events and activities, such as Easter markets, parades, and church services.
During the Easter season in Germany, streets and homes are decorated with colourful ornaments, most notably with decorated eggs, symbolizing new life and resurrection. German craftsman producing and selling painted Easter eggs is a common sight in many German towns and villages.
German churches hold special services during holy week and on Easter Sunday. Many church choirs will perform oratorios of Johann Sebastian Bach during their Easter service. Protestant churches usually hold sunrise services on Easter Sunday as an acknowledgement of the Resurrection.
Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus at Easter. According to Christian belief, Jesus was crucified on Good Friday and rose again on Easter Sunday. For Christianity, Easter is the most important festival of the year.
Easter Sunday is actually the culmination of a series of traditional observations that start with Karneval or Fasching and the following Ash Wednesday (Aschermittwoch). After that, the holidays (“holy days”) of Palm Sunday and Good Friday lead up to Easter.
| Holiday | Date | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Sunday / Palmsonntag | 2024-03-24 | The Sunday before Easter. The feast commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It is also the start of the Holy week or Karwoche |
| Maudy Thursday / Gründonnerstag | 2024-03-28 | Maundy Thursday or Holy Thursday is the day during Holy Week that commemorates the Washing of the Feet and Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles, as described in the canonical gospels |
| Good Friday / Karfreitag | 2024-03-29 | Karfreitag |
| Karsamstag | 2024-03-30 | More info |
| Easter Sunday / Ostersonntag | 2024-03-31 | Ostersonntag |
| Easter Monday | 2014-04-01 |
Delicious Hefezopf, Hefekranz and Easter bread (das Osterbrot) in most bakeries. Made with yeast dough, raisins and almonds. Eaten with butter. There is some great recipes available on Chefkoch.
The closest you find to Hot Cross buns are Rosinenbrotchen
Brightly coloured boiled eggs and of course beautiful chocolate easter eggs can be bought at bakeries.
Here is a collection of Traditional South African Easter Recipes. To submit your own recipes to be published on this website, please use this form Roast
Food, particularly bread, is an important part of Easter in Germany. Traditional German bakeries offer Easter-inspired culinary delights such as sweet Easter bread, known as Osterbrot. Many regions have their own distinct Easter dishes, for instance, green sauce usually served with boiled eggs is a delicacy typical for the state of Hessen during the Easter period.
Here is a list of food traditionally eaten in Germany over the Easter period, as well as the traditions observed
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday is the Sunday before Easter and also the start of the holy week or Karwoche.
Processions with people carrying palm branches or symbolic bouquets (Palmbuschen) and singing hymns.
Palmbuschen are made from 7 evergreen plants
Gründonnerstag:
Gründonnerstag sounds like green Thursday although it is derived from the old German word greinen, which means crying. Thus many people celebrate Maudy Thursday by eating green dishes, such as the following:
– Seven herb soup / Sieben Kräutersuppe
– Chervil soup / Kerbelsuppe
– Eggs in green sauce / Eier in grüner Sauce
Karfreitag:
All Church bells are silent on Good Friday and many Families attend church services.
Many towns, such as Bensheim will host processions depicting the events of Good Friday.
Dancing is not allowed on Good Friday, neither are weddings. The shops are closed.
It is a tradition to eat fish at dinner with your family.
– Fish cakes with green sauce / Fishfrikadellen mit grüner Sauce
Ostersamstag:
In Northern Germany, people light Easter fires (das Osterfeuer) as a symbol of light in the darkness.
These fires are sometimes lit on Good Friday or Easter Sunday.
Ostersonntag:
Families come together to celebrate. They may go to church together and then have a big brunch or a festive dinner.
The main dish is often lamb.
Children hunt for Easter eggs.
– Colorful boiled eggs / Bunte Frühstückseier – served with Black Forest ham and Emmentaler cheese
– Easter bunny brioches / Osterhasebrioches
– Roast leg of lamb with juniper berry sauce / Lammkeule mit Wacholderbeerensauce
– Biennenstich cake. Click on this link for other Easter cake recipes
– Easter lamb cake
– Hefezopf
– German Sweat Bread nests
Ostermontag:
Easter Monday is a day of remembrance and reflection.
Easter markets are a wonderful place to buy hand-painted easter eggs, easer delicacies and decorations.
A list of easter markets can be found on Ostern-international, Ostern in Deutschland or simply search for Ostermark and your area.
Public fountains are decorated with easter eggs.
The tradition began in the early 20th century.
The Passion Play in Oberammergau is performed every 10 years and is one of the most famous in Germany. In 1633 the Oberammergau villagers promised to perform the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ every tenth year, in so far as no one was to die of the plague anymore. The villagers were answered by God and therefore in 1634 the first Passion Play took place. The promise has been kept until today. The 42nd Passion Play successfully ran from 14 May to 2 October 2022, after having to be postponed in 2020 due to Covid. A list of popular passion play venues can be found on Passionspiele.info
People decorate dry twigs (Osterstrauch) or trees with colourful eggs. One of the biggest Ostereierbäume can be seen in Saalfeld with almost 600 handpainted eggs.
A great activity for kids (also the grown-up ones) is to paint your own easter eggs. They are hung on trees, used for table decorations, or can be given as gifts.
A great activity for kids (also the grown-up ones) is to paint your own easter eggs. They are hung on trees, used for table decorations, or can be given as gifts.
Eggs hold associations with spring and new life. Early Christians made the egg a symbol of the resurrection and the empty shell a metaphor for Jesus’ tomb
The Osterfeuer/Osterbrände is lit on Good Fieday to light up the darkness following the death of Jesus. In some regions fires are lit on Easter Sunday.
The concept of a bunny bringing eggs may have originated from German folklore. The first mention of the Osterhase dates back to an essay from Georg Franck von Franckenau in 1682.
The custom of hiding and hunting for Easter eggs originated in Germany. According to folklore, men would hide eggs for women and children to find, this symbolised the resurrection, in which the empty tomb was discovered by women.
The Easter egg hunt may have originated from the idea of celebrating the end of Lent, a period of fasting and abstinence, by engaging in a joyful activity. The eating of eggs was forbidden during Lent.
It is traditional to eat lamb on Easter Sunday. The lamb is the symbol of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. It is also popular to eat a Sweet Easter lamb, made from cake and powdered sugar.
| Happy Easter | ich wünche dir frohe Ostern |
| Easter bunny | der Osterhase |
| Easter egg | das Osterei |
| Easter lamb | das Osterlamm |
| Chocolate bunny | der Schokohase |
| Daffodils | die Osterglocke |
We compiled a list of annual traditional festivals and events in Germany, that we believe will provide you with an exciting array of activities and
Starkbier is as the name suggest a strong beer. It is a legal generic designation for beers in which the original wort content is over 16 °P (degrees Plato). The alcohol level is between 5% and 10%. Most of them are seasonal.
In Munich, Starkbierzeit is called the 5th season. It is during Lent (From Ash Wednesday 14.02.2024 to Easter).
Bis Johanni – nicht vergessen – sieben Wochen Spargel essen! The Asparagus season in Germany starts towards the end of April and ends on the
The national Wartag is usually scheduled for the second Thursday of September at 11 a.m.
An all-clear signal will be sent at around 11.45 am via most alert channels and devices. This will cancel the practice alert.
During the year there might be additional campaigns in specific areas to test the systems for that district. The local authorities and the Ministry of the Interior usually provide information via brochures or online about where the sirens are installed and which siren signals are used to warn the population in the event of an emergency.
Alerts and warnings include:
At the federal level are the Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK), at the state level the respective interior ministries and at the municipal level usually the authorities responsible for disaster control.
The Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz und Katastrophenhilfe (BKK) or in English the Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance, released the Notfall-Informations- und Nachrichten App (NINA). It is available for Android and iOS
When you install the app on your mobile phone, you will receive warnings for various dangerous situations such as the spread of hazardous substances or a major fire.
Weather warnings from the German Weather Service as well as flood information are integrated into the app.
It is very important that you are aware that according to Section § 323c of the Criminal Code (Strafgesetzbuch) your are obliged to help a
The Federal office of Civil protection suggests that you keep certain items in your house so that you can be prepared in a disaster situation.Such
The following numbers can be dialled in an emergency, either from a landline or mobile phone. 112The national emergency number. This can be used for
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