Sorbisches Osterreiten 2021 7z 004 May 2026

: Hundreds of men ride from village to village on Easter Sunday to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ's resurrection .

: Horses are elaborately decorated with flowers, embroidered ribbons, and colorful bows. Sorbisches Osterreiten 2021 7z 004

: Famous routes include processions between Bautzen, Wittichenau, Ralbitz, and the St. Marienstern monastery in Panschwitz-Kuckau. 2021 Event Context : Hundreds of men ride from village to

Beyond the riding, the Sorbian community is known for other Easter customs including: Endangered customs: Easter riding with the Sorbs including black frock coats

: Riders dress in traditional festive attire, including black frock coats, top hats, and white gloves . They sing hymns in Sorbian and Latin while carrying church banners and a statue of the risen Christ.