The origin of this celebration dates back to 1973 when the Puerto de la Cruz Tourist Initiatives Center (Centro de Iniciativas Turisticas Puerto de la Cruz) invited a Bavarian orchestra to give a series of concerts in the town. This event has been repeated annually, highlighting a fascinating cultural exchange between the local population and the German ex-pats based on the northern edge of the Island of Tenerife.
The bars and restaurants of Puerto de la Cruz are essential during this festival with the preparation of different typical German dishes that can be tasted throughout the week.