Holiday season starts: exciting tips for a week in middle Saxony!

Holiday season starts: exciting tips for a week in middle Saxony!

Freiberg, Deutschland - Summer has finally started, and with it the vacation time in Central Saxony. The Freiburgers concluded the 35. Bergstadtfestes celebrated, which took place in the picturesque old town from June 23 to 26. After a two -year break there were over 140 program items and nine stages that caused a hustle and bustle. Mayor Sven Krüger opened the celebrations with a performance by the Middle Saxon Philharmonic and the pop band Soulwalker.

The festival led the guests through a variety of attractions: from regional artists to well-known acts such as Marquess and the DJ duo Gamper & Dadoni, there was something for every taste. The little visitors were able to enjoy handicrafts and fairy tale theater on the children's and family world, while the youth stage offered space for regional newcomers and DJs. A highlight was the mountain parade on Sunday morning with 700 participants, which moved through the old town and created an exuberant atmosphere. The spectacle ended with an impressive fireworks display that invited you to be amazed.

activities for the next few days

Although the mountain city festival is over, the event calendar of the Freiberg district is not still. Interested parties can find out more about the Free Press that again offers tips on leisure activities. If you are looking for cool places to escape the summer heat, you can look forward to some shady places in the region.

In the coming weeks, there are also other traditional events in the Mittelachsen district. So the Burg- und Heimatfest from August 21 to 24, 2025 will continue the celebrations. This festival celebrates several anniversaries: 755 years of Rechenberg, 150 years of bee mill and 100 years merger of the two places. A colorful program of music, history and dance awaits visitors.

• Freiberg Christmarkt: 25.11.2025 to 22.12.2025, historic old town
• 29. Augustusburger Männelmarkt: third Advent weekend, historical old town of Augustusburg

The time until the next big festival can be used to continue to enjoy the beauty and the diverse events in Central Saxony. Take the opportunity to explore the region with its numerous offers!