Palais Sommer: Podiumsgespräch zum Spanienbild in Deutschland

Palais.Horizonte Spain | Panel Discussion on Perceptions of Spain in Germany 

The Myth of Spain: Sun, Beach, and …
Panel discussion on the image of Spain in Germany
An event as part of Spanish Night, Dresden

Hardly any other country in Europe is as popular in Germany as Spain. Millions of people spend their vacations on the Iberian Peninsula, especially in Spain’s coastal regions. They enjoy the climate, the cuisine, the culture, and the traditions. And yet: The German image of Spain is sometimes also shaped by clichés and stereotypical views. The German idiom “Das kommt mir spanisch vor” (“That strikes me as odd”) is still part of everyday language. An extraordinary panel discussion on the German image of Spain will take place in the summer garden of the Italian Village. What makes it special: The participants share both a professional and a personal interest in Spain. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask questions.

Moderator:
Helena Cosano, Counselor – Head of the Department of Culture and Science, Embassy of Spain in Germany
Prof. Susanne Zepp-Zwirner, University of Duisburg-Essen

Panel:
Prof. Emeritus Dieter Ingenschay, Humboldt University of Berlin
Dr. Lena Hein, University of Duisburg-Essen
Jakob Strobel y Serra, Journalist, FAZ, Frankfurt
Alvaro Blanco Volmer, Counselor – Head of the Tourism Department, Embassy of Spain in Germany

Palais Sommer is Dresden’s major open-air festival. It combines music, art, dance, yoga, workshops, literature, food, and much more. Free admission.

In 2026, the Palais Sommer will take place from June 20 to July 26 at Dresden’s Neumarkt. Following the festival, the daily yoga program will continue at Alaunpark until August 30. A total of approximately 200 events are planned.

Deck chairs and tables can be reserved in advance.

For the program: https://palaissommer.de/programm/