Frühling | 5 Stunning Signs of Spring in Germany

After a long, cold winter, Spring in Germany is much awaited and anticipated. Spring brings with it warmth, fresh blooms and joy. Frühling, as Spring is called in Germany, is loved and revered. One can feel this in every nook and corner of the country. Here are the 5 stunning signs of Spring in Germany.

1# Cherry Blossoms

Known as Kirschblüten in German, cherry blossoms are a beacon of Frühling or Spring in Germany. They symbolize renewal. White cherry blossoms bloom first followed by the pink ones. The sight of these cherry blossoms standing in the soft glow of the sun is as mesmerizing as it is soothing. The lingering smell of the cherry blossoms in the air, makes the experience more memorable. In Germany, one can enjoy cherry blossoms in Bonn, Berlin, Hamburg and Munich.

2# Tulip Blooms

With the Spring setting in, sight of stray tulips blooming here and there is common. Mainau Island, also called the “Island of Flowers”, is famous for it’s tulip beds. White tulips stand for worthiness or forgiveness. Red tulips symbolize true love. Yellow tulips are for sunshine and joy.

3# Seasonal Vegetables and Fruits

The markets come alive with all kinds of fruits, berries and veggies in the Spring season. Strawberries and raspberries are in demand. Among the veggies, asparagus or Spargel is the most popular. It enjoys a special place in Bavarian and Franconian cuisine.

4# People enjoying outdoors

After a long, cold December, Spring is eagerly welcomed. The weather is warm and pleasant. Birds can be heard chirping. People are out enjoying. Families and friends come together, go to the mountains for skiing, picnic in the parks, enjoy coffee, ice cream or beer outside and go shopping to shopping malls or the annual Easter Market or Oster Markt.

5# Shopping Malls with floral decorations

Spring is a peak shopping season in Germany. New offers and fancy discounts are rolled out. Shopping malls, outlets and shops are vividly decorated with the symbols of Spring to attract customers. The festival of Easter or Ostern that coincides with the onset of Spring is responsible for the holiday shopping spree.

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