Mayor in fairy tale fever: Snow White conquers Kriebstein!

Mayor in fairy tale fever: Snow White conquers Kriebstein!

Burg Kriebstein, Sachsen, Deutschland - Last weekend, more precisely on July 12th and 13th, 2025, the Kriebstein Castle transformed into a true fairytale paradise. At the event “A weekend in the fairytale state”, numerous fairy tale figures from 1001 nights and the popular stories of the Brothers Grimm and Hans-Christian Andersen brought to life. Among the many enthusiastic guests was Maria Eichler, the mayor of Kriebstein, who strolled through the historical walls in a lively costume and a striking black wig. Her radiant blond hair remained during the event, which is part of the Middle Saxon cultural summer (Miskus), but her vigor was obvious and contagious, like the [Free Press] (https://www.freifress.de/mittelsachsen/politikerin-erzaehlt-maerchen-wittchen-von-der- after-kriebststein-kam-kam-artikel13885406) reported.

At this lovingly designed children's festival, organized by Ein Energie in Saxony, Automobile Werner, Wepa and the Sparkasse Mittelachsen, visitors not only expected a fairytale stage with witches, magicians and jugs, but also a large supporting program with craft and souvenir stands. The highlight was the ceremonial move -in of the fairytale king Frank I and his wife Andrea I, who were warmly welcomed on both days at 11 a.m.

a hustle and bustle at the castle

The castle, which is characterized by its impressive location and its historical meaning, offered the perfect framework for such an event. Visitors could be kidnapped with exciting stories in the castle cellar and ballroom. According to the organizers, many special guests were also present, including the famous art figure Giacomo Casanova and fairy tale figures from the Orient. At the Burgtor, the comedians "Zeter and Mordio" received the big and small guests, which provided for many laughs and a warm atmosphere.

There was enough parking facilities for the journey, including a large car park at the Kreiebstein dam, which was only 10 minutes on foot from the castle. In addition, the guests were pointed out to additional parking spaces with e-charging stations. However, dogs were not allowed, which unfortunately met with little enthusiasm among the four -legged companions, since the entire event was obviously very child -friendly and family -oriented.

politicians in fairytale fever

nationally, the fairy tale festival is very popular. The 4th fairy tale festival takes place almost at the same time in Saxony, in which many politicians will also take part. Prime Minister Stanislaw Tillich (CDU) and President of the Landtag Matthias Rößler have also agreed to come. This festival, which pays special attention to the border region in the Czech Republic and the Ore Mountains, begins on August 17th and promises a number of exciting events. Here, a thematic reading series will also be continued as part of the 1st International Fairy Tale Film Festival "Fabulix" in Annaberg-Buchholz, which underlines the importance of the fairytale culture in the region, as Die Sachsen reports.

The connection of history, tradition and a touch of magic makes the events in and around Kriebstein Castle simply indispensable for all fairy tale lovers and makes the hearts beat faster. Because everything is possible in the world of fairy tales, and so next year it will be a pleasure to dive into this lively fantasy world.