My photographic Journey through the German Spreewald

Settlements in the Spreewald

Last Time we talked about the Settlers who came to the Spreewald in the 17th century. These people faced a rough environment for gathering ressources, almost like venice the many canals and Islands made transportation difficult and time consuming since almost everything has to be transported through tiny Rivers by boat. So it is to this day.
 

 
In the 6th century the Spreewald was settled by Slavic tribes (Sorbs/Wends) . With them came all kinds of traditions and customs which to this day are inseparably associated with the region. Sorbian names for towns, landscapes and sights bear witness to the region's close association with Sorbian culture. Most of the towns and villages cultivate their Sorbian roots, especially in their traditional festivals which are held all through the year in the pretty Spreewald villages.
 

 
The typical Spreewald costumes also form part of the former settlers' cultural heritage. The artistically embroidered dresses and hoods are today enjoying a revival and are increasingly worn at local festivals in the Spreewald. Holiday-makers should take the time to visit one of the traditional festivals. They give a faithful insight into this diverse culture which the Sorbs once brought with them to the Spreewald.
 

 

 

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