Magic is often thought of in terms of spells of healing, protection, and growth, 

As nights lengthen and storms return, whispers of the Wild Hunt fill the air.  This fantastical procession, a hallmark of winter folklore, carries tales of Odin and spirits traversing the night sky between the wintersolstice and the 1st of January.Im German folklore and especially what I learned from my family the Wild Hunt is led by those magnificent figures: Odin, the Allfather and Mother Holle.

21 December  the day of the wintersolstice - the turning point when the days start to get longer again. The wintersolstice has been an important event for people for thousands of years. It symbolises the rebirth of light and reminds us that even the darkest night comes to an end. Today, thermally insulated and well-heated houses protect us from the harshness of winter. Darkness can be banished thanks to light switches. And anyway... it never gets really dark in cities anyway. Nevertheless, we feel that the time around the winter solstice is something special. It invites contemplation and peace, reflection and contemplation. I am therefore sharing a few ideas with you on how you can consciously celebrate the winter solstice.

The wintersolstice, the shortest day of the year, marks a turning point, a moment of renewal. It's a time when the sun begins its journey back, promising longer days and warmer weather. To celebrate this special occasion, many cultures have turned to plants, each with its own unique symbolism and magical properties.

It's the time of the year again to collect chestnuts.

What are runes?

Wird in einem neuen Fenster geöffnet

No New Year's eve in Germany without fatty pastries like "Mutzemandeln" and "Mutzen" and in the Netherlands without eating "Oliebollen"

A little bit of history

The beginning of August ( 1st of August) marks the beginning of the first harvest month, which is named Freyfaxi or Schnitterfest, also known as Lammas or Lugnasadh. Many plants bear fruit, the grain is ripe, medicinal plants have a particularly high effect. The first cut was made at Freyfaxi/Schnitterfest , which marked the beginning of the following harvest season.

The time around 21 June was already regarded as special in ancient times. Especially in the northern countries , the light, the warmth of the sun and the long day were seen as a parable for the miracle of life. The fertility of man and cattle took a central position. For a long time, our late Stone Age ancestors' knowledge of celestial mechanics was thought to be poorly developed.