Germany in October

Autumn is coming to Europe and October is the perfect month to visit. In October, Berlin, Germany hosts the Festival of Lights from the 14th to the 25th. For a week, prominent structures of Berlin which includes the boulevards, towers, historical and modern buildings stand glowing. Several famous landmarks and spots of the city are colourfully illuminated during the festival- the Brandenburg Gate, Quadriga sculpture, the Unter den Linden Boulevard, the Berlin concert hall, Hauptbahnhof train station, The Victory Column, Radio Tower, Schloss Charlottenburg palace, the Berlin Cathedral Church (Berliner Dom) and the Oberbaumbruecke bridge across river Spree. There are many exciting events and fireworks. It truly is a beautiful experience.

Munich, Germany hosts Oktoberfest which actually starts in the middle of September and goes into the middle of October. The dates for 2010 are: September 18 to October 4. (Dates for Oktoberfest for the next two years are: September 17, 2011 to October 3, 2011 and September 22, 2012 to October 7, 2012). Oktoberfest is the world's largest fair, and one of the best festivals in Germany. It is well known for drinking beer, eating sausage and joining together in song. Some other highlights are: the Oktoberfest opening ceremony, costume and riflemen's parade, the open air concert, as well as carnivals and rides. There isn't a shortage of things to do at this popular festival.

Halloween isn't a tradition in Germany; however in the past couple of years it has become increasingly more popular to see carved pumpkins and jack-o'lanterns in late October. German kids don't usually go trick or treating but Halloween is a good party theme, for young and older crowds. Costume shops are becoming more popular as people have Halloween costume parties near the end of the month.

Germany is a magnificent country to visit, with all its history and culture. The festivals and light show in October make it an especially good time to explore the country. Autumn is coming though, so make sure you pack enough warm clothes as the temperature is slowly cooling down.

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