“For centuries, the night from April 30 to May 1 has been celebrated as the ‘Walpurgis Night,’ or ‘Dancing into May,’ driving out winter and welcoming spring. According to ancient legends, witches gather on their broomsticks on Walpurgis Night and fly together from the Hexentanzplatz to the Brocken — also known as the Blocksberg. There, they hold a great festival and dance wildly with the devil. Even today, it remains a magical evening filled with mystical traditions, fascinating witch legends, and all kinds of mysterious happenings. Over time, it has become one of the largest folk festivals in the Harz, and a visit is always worthwhile. Even today, it remains a magical evening filled with mystical traditions, fascinating witch legends, and all kinds of mysterious happenings. Over time, it has become one of the largest folk festivals in the Harz, and a visit is always worthwhile. One of the biggest and most beautiful events takes place in Schierke near the Brocken, featuring a medieval spectacle with craftsmen, traders, jesters, and musicians. But the devil is also said to be active in places like Thale, Braunlage, Hahnenklee, Sankt Andreasberg, and Bad Grund.”