St. Martin's Day Celebrations Light Up German Streets

Communities across Germany honor St. Martin with lantern parades and festivities, emphasizing themes of solidarity and compassion.

Traditional St. Martin's Day events are taking place across various German cities, including lantern parades and church services.
In cities like Neustadt, Kaiserslautern, and Hattingen, children and families participate in parades, often led by a figure portraying St. Martin on horseback.
The celebrations commemorate St. Martin of Tours, known for his act of sharing his cloak with a beggar, symbolizing kindness and charity.
Ecumenical services are being held, with both Catholic and Protestant communities coming together to celebrate the shared values of the holiday.
Many events also include community gatherings with music, food, and the traditional sharing of Martinshörnchen, a pastry symbolizing St. Martin's act of sharing.