The best pictures of the Zibelemärit
On this cold November day, Bern’s streets are in a state of emergency. Impressions from the traditional Bern event.
Around 11 a.m. the stocks at the stalls gradually thinned out.
Photo: Nicole Philipp
You can find an overview of the events in our live ticker for the Bernese Zibelemärit.
Real works of art.
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This is also part of the Zibelemärit: the traditional procession of the dragoons.
Foto: Beat Mathys
Full streets in Bern’s old town.
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Soap and care products were also available to buy for a hot bath after a cold day.
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The necklaces with the “artificial” onions made children’s eyes light up.
Photo: Nicole Philipp
Almost 34 tons of onions – this is the highest value since 2019.
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However, the record of almost 60 tonnes from 2014 was clearly missed.
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But it wasn’t just onions that were well received: mistletoe bouquets are on offer here.
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Mischievous Grin: These two are equipped with confetti and a rubber mallet.
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The sun is now in the sky.
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It doesn’t always have to be mulled wine.
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Supplies for the confetti battle.
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Colorful.
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It is slowly getting light on the Bundesplatz.
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Rendez-vous Bundesplatz of a different kind.
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The sweet onions made from sugar add a splash of color.
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People got up early for the Zibelemärit 2024.
Photo: Nicole Philipp
The traditional onion braids will also be offered this year.
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Standing in line for the coveted onion braid.
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For those who can’t do anything with onions, there’s gingerbread.
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A saleswoman shows off her onion braids.
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Onions are presented not only in the form of braids.
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Early in the morning, visitors to Bärenplatz are already lined up between mulled wine and onion stands.
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There is a lot of activity in front of the Federal Palace.
Photo: Nicole Philipp
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