German weddings are in many ways similar to other European weddings, but there are a number of traditions that make German wedding celebrations unique.
Instructions
Step 1
In some parts of Germany there is a tradition of bride kidnapping before the wedding, but mostly it is a country fun and is a rarity in the cities.
Step 2
A very unusual event is held the day before the celebration. The bride and groom, relatives, friends and even neighbors gather at the bride's house to break as many china dishes as possible. The shards should bring good luck to the new family.
Step 3
A very touching custom is associated with the bride's shoes. From childhood, the girl begins to save money on them and pays in the store with the accumulated coins.
Step 4
The Germans have a tradition of selling a wedding dance with a bride or groom. Any guest can buy themselves the right to dance with one of the newlyweds.
Step 5
On the wedding day, the groom and the bride must cut the wedding log. A real saw, a real log.
Step 6
Friends of the newlyweds try to visit the place where the wedding night will take place in advance and leave some funny surprise joke there.
Step 7
After the wedding, the newlyweds send letters of thanks to all wedding guests. In each envelope they put their wedding photo as a keepsake.
