Krabat

The Sorbian legendary figure Krabat, also known as Johann von Schadowitz, is one of the most famous and fascinating figures in Lusatian mythology. His story, which revolves around magic, power and the search for freedom, has inspired and inspired people over the centuries.

The legend of Krabat tells the story of a young orphan boy who ends up in the gloomy Black Mill Village during the Great Northern War. Here he begins an apprenticeship with the Master of Black Magic, during which he experiences numerous adventures and has to pass dangerous tests. The master, a powerful and often cruel sorcerer, uses his dark powers to subjugate the pupils. But Krabat, clever and courageous, finds a way to resist the master's machinations.

One of the central elements of the story is the power of love and friendship. Krabat is supported by his companions and his love for a girl from the village. Together they plot to defeat the master and free the pupils from bondage. It is a story of resistance, courage and hope that shows that light can be found even in the darkest of times.

The legend of Krabat has been made famous through various literary and film adaptations, including the famous book for young people by Otfried Preußler and the 2008 German film of the same name. These adaptations have made Krabat a symbol of the fight against oppression and the quest for freedom.

Today, Krabat is not only a part of Sorbian culture, but also an integral part of German literature and film history. The mystical stories surrounding Krabat continue to fascinate people of all ages and demonstrate the power of legends to outlast generations.

As an important historical site in the ‘Krabat region’, Wittichenau now has another attraction in the form of the figurative depiction to which we were able to contribute.