Region: Saxony

The Leipzig Literary Autumn is a literary festival in Leipzig, which takes place annually in October. In a period of approximately one week, literary and cultural-political encounters can take part in the discussion forums and exchange their opinions in the discourse on important and up-to-date topics. There will be events with readings, books and discussions, as well as music and theatrical performances.

From late November to 24 December, in the heart of Dresden runs Germany’s oldest Striezelmarkt , Old Town is filled with flickering candles, the fragrance of wine and Christmas music. Another feature of the Striezelmarkt is the traditional Christmas cake, pastries stuffed with raisins and candied fruits or nuts. Huge Christmas pyramid will surprise guests of Dresden.

From late November to 24 December, in the heart of Dresden runs Germany’s oldest Striezelmarkt , Old Town is filled with flickering candles, the fragrance of wine and Christmas music. Another feature of the Striezelmarkt is the traditional Christmas cake, pastries stuffed with raisins and candied fruits or nuts. Huge Christmas pyramid will surprise guests of Dresden.

It is one of the most interesting events of the year. Everybody, who is fond of reading, have to visit this fair. At this fair, a lot of publishers from Germany and other countries introduce all sorts of books, textbooks, newspapers, magazines, calendars, art books, audiobooks.