The lowdown on swedens bonfire night ylc stockholm 28 apr 2014 community swedish culture tourist information whats on. The festival of walpurgis night is named after the english christian missionary saint walpurga c.
What Exactly Is Swedish Valborg And Where Are The Best Places To
Historically valborg is derived from the viking fertility celebrations that took place around april 30th where the arrival of spring was celebrated with bonfires at night. More modern valborg celebrations particularly among uppsala students often consist of enjoying a breakfast including champagne and strawberries.
Walpurgis What Is Valborg And Why Do Swedes Celebrate It