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Crémation des Trois Sapins

Thann — Haut-Rhin (68) 30 Jun 2025
Crémation des Trois Sapins
Edition
2025

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Edition 2025 — Crémation des Trois Sapins

The 2025 Crémation des Trois Sapins took place on June 30th at the foot of the Collégiale Saint-Thiébaut in Thann. Over 10,000 people attended the procession, solemn vespers, the burning of the three fir trees, and the fireworks launched from Engelbourg, in an atmosphere blending religious fervor and popular celebration.

Crémation des Trois Sapins 2025

The 2025 edition of the Crémation des Trois Sapins brought together over 10,000 people on June 30th in Place Joffre and the streets of Thann. The program began at 5 PM with activities for children, giant chess, and equestrian falconry shows.

At 8:40 PM, a concert by the Thann winegrowers kicked off the musical festivities. The procession of the statue of Saint Thiébaut began at 8:45 PM, followed by solemn vespers at the Collegiate Church. The burning of the three fir trees took place around 11 PM, followed by fireworks launched from the ruins of the Engelbourg.

Programme

Program for June 30, 2025

  • 5:00 PM: Children's activities, giant chess, shows
  • 8:40 PM: Concert by the Thann winegrowers
  • 8:45 PM: Procession of the statue of Saint Thiébaut
  • 9:30 PM: Solemn vespers at the Collégiale Saint-Thiébaut
  • ~11:00 PM: Burning of the three fir trees in Place Joffre
  • ~11:15 PM: Fireworks from Engelbourg

Highlights

2025 Highlights

  • Over 10,000 spectators gathered
  • Equestrian falconry show
  • Spectacular burning of the three fir trees
  • Fireworks launched from the ruins of Engelbourg

Prices

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Free entry and admission.
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