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Elbe Day Torgau — Commemoration
Torgau — Landkreis Nordsachsen (14730)
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25 Apr 2025
— 26 Apr 2025
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2025
2025
Edition 2025 — Finished
Edition 2025 — Elbe Day
Elbe Day 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the historic encounter on April 25, 1945, in Torgau. A particularly extensive commemoration with international representatives, wreath-laying ceremonies, a musical program, and citizen encounters.
80th Anniversary 2025 — Highlight of the Commemorations
In 2025, the 80th anniversary of the Elbe encounter was celebrated with particular attention. International representatives — diplomats from the USA, Russia, and other participating nations — attended, along with wreath-laying ceremonies, an expanded cultural and musical program, readings, and eyewitness interviews. The city of Torgau used the anniversary year to renew its message of peace and to enhance the international visibility of this memorial site.
Highlights
- 80th anniversary of the Elbe encounter
- International delegations and diplomatic representatives
- Expanded cultural and musical program