A Sommerfrische, a slightly outdated term for summer holiday retreat, can be in the mountains, by the sea, or tucked away in the countryside. Such retreats are popular with those who can afford to escape their busy city lives and enjoy the pleasant summer temperatures in a relaxed atmosphere. Sonnenwendfeier - summer solstice celebrationA bonfire in Brandenburg in March 2017. Similar bonfires are built to celebrate the summer solstice. Photo: DPAJune 20th or 21st is the the longest day of the year, the summer solstice.

Source: The Local June 06, 2017 09:22 UTC