New Years Eve in Germany is a mix of traditions, old and new. Based partly on customs from the country's pagan past, a German "Silvester" celebration is planned to ensure the coming year will have the best chance possible of being a vintage one.

New Year's Eve in Germany, Silvester


Francine A. McKenna - German Culture Editor

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Avatar: HOHENZOLLERNBRÃœCKE Cologne with CATHEDRAL and LUDWIG MUSEUM. The Bridge a symbol of how Germany was rebuilt after WWII, it was left in ruins, the Cathedral with roots in the 13th century represents the country's history, Museum of Modern Art the present day.