The Evening Primrose—Summer Beauty Between Light and Shadow

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Families/children
An insightful evening dedicated to the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) with an experienced medicinal plant educator, during which we will explore this enchanting flower together.

The evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) is the Medicinal Plant of the Year 2026. It captivates with its magnificent blooms and holds deep symbolic meaning. Its nocturnal blooming connects it closely to the moon, a symbol of light in the darkness.

The experienced medicinal plant educator Katrin Vollmann will introduce you to the multifaceted properties of the evening primrose, both internal and external: In a hands-on workshop, the focus is on the nature and possible uses of this enchanting plant. As a special keepsake, participants will make their own evening primrose cream.

Participation requires prior registration

Please note that we reserve the right to cancel the event, for example, in the event of official severe weather forecasts, other unforeseen circumstances, or if the minimum number of 5 participants is not reached.

 

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General information

  • Registration required

Eligibility

  • Bad Weather Offer

  • Suitable for any Weather

  • Target Group Adult

  • Target Group the Elderly

  • for individual guests

Directions & Parking facilities

Parking
Number of parking spaces217
Bus parking spaces4

Price info

Price adult: €3.50

Free admission; material fee: €3.50 per person

Contact person

NationalparkZentrum Sächsische Schweiz
Dresdner Straße 2 B
01814 Bad Schandau

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