On 1st May, Labour Day is celebrated – not only in Germany, but all over the world. On this public holiday, workers demonstrate for their rights. But there are also many other famous traditions. In Germany, people hit the dance floor for the midnight ‘Dance into May’ and in some regions, the May Queen and the May King are chosen. The maypole shouldn’t be overlooked either: decorated with colourful ribbons and garlands, this tree trunk, up to 56 metres tall, can be seen in many German villages.