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The figures in the lists below are listed either by the name of their article on Wikipedia or, if there is no article, according to the name by which they are most commonly attested. A few figures widely known by an English, German and a Norse name will list both.
This article contains a comprehensive list of Germanic deities outside the numerous Germanic Matres and Matronae inscriptions from the 1st to 5th century CE.
Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, 1847. Germanic heroic legend (German: germanische Heldensage) is the heroic literary tradition of the Germanic-speaking peoples, most of which originates or is set in the Migration Period (4th-6th centuries AD).
This article will delve into the origins of Germanic mythology, the main gods and heroes, creation myths, battles and wars, Norse influences, symbols and rituals, and the enduring legacy of these ancient tales.
The stories and legends of Germanic heroes are filled with epic battles, tragic romances, and supernatural encounters. From the Norse myths of Ragnarok to the Anglo-Saxon epic of Beowulf, these tales explore themes of heroism, honor, fate, and the struggle between good and evil.
Siegfried, figure from the heroic literature of the ancient Germanic people. He appears in both German and Old Norse literature, although the versions of his stories told by these two branches of the Germanic tradition do not always agree.
Key figures in Germanic mythology include Odin, the all-father and god of wisdom, war, and death; Thor, the thunder god known for his immense strength and protection of humanity; and Freyja, the goddess of love, fertility, and battle.
Germany’s famous black forests and early society make it the perfect magic pot for campfire stories. Sinister, comical, mysterious and mythical happenings all form the German myths, legends and folklore tales still heard today. Warm your imagination with some of these fantastical favourites.
Germanic mythology consists of the body of myths native to the Germanic peoples, including Norse mythology, Anglo-Saxon mythology, and Continental Germanic mythology. [1][2][3] It was a key element of Germanic paganism.
So, after having explored some myths from Switzerland and stories from Spain, let’s dive into some of the Myths,Legends and Folklore from Germany: Lorelei A number of legends and stories in Germany are associated with singing nymphs.