Annaberg-Buchholz

The annual Metten shift is a very old tradition of the miners, which was carried out differently in the individual mining regions. It was the last shift before Christmas Eve, when the miners got together with their miners. The miners sat together comfortably, told each other little stories and sang songs, while eating and drinking. Our guests celebrate together in the underground engine room decorated with candles and brushwood in a unique atmosphere. Visitors are entertained with a program of music and typical Erzgebirge dialect and are served refreshments by members of the association. Simple dishes such as black bread with bacon and bacon fat and a bowl of lentils, as well as cold and hot drinks are also included in the price. A guided tour is not included in the price, but can be arranged on request before the event.

Children’s Christmas Adventure Tour – In the Footsteps of Christmas Magic A festive adventure for little explorers in Annaberg-Buchholz Psst … have you noticed that in the Ore Mountains, everything glows mysteriously at Christmas time? In the windows stand miners and angels, illuminated arches make the houses shine, and there is something to discover everywhere. But behind the many lights and Christmas traditions lie exciting stories and more than a few secrets. And it is exactly these secrets that we want to uncover together! On my children’s Christmas adventure tour “In the Footsteps of Christmas Magic,” I take you on an exciting journey of discovery through the festive old town of Annaberg-Buchholz. You are not just spectators, but become little Christmas detectives yourselves. Together we discover special places, listen to mysterious stories, solve tricky riddles, and learn why Christmas in the Ore Mountains is so special. Along the way, small tasks, surprising discoveries, and of course lots of Christmas magic await you. After all, who says history has to be boring? On this tour, it comes alive, becomes exciting, and invites you to join in! Are you ready to uncover the secrets of Ore Mountain Christmas? Then grab your spirit of discovery and come along on a festive adventure through Annaberg-Buchholz! What can you expect? During the approximately 1-hour walk through the historic old town, an eventful Christmas adventure with many exciting discoveries awaits you. Look forward to: - Exciting Christmas stories: We hear stories about Annaberg-Buchholz, the Ore

As every year, the "Glück auf" Bergknapp- und Brüderschaft Frohnau e.V. (Frohnau Miners' and Brethren's Association) holds its Mettenschicht at Christmas in the Frohnauer Hammer. Anyone can take part in this event. Twelve hammer blows in the hammer mill traditionally bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new. Start: 24.00 hrs