The northern lights lit up the sky over many parts of Germany overnight into Tuesday.
The German Weather Service (DWD) said the rare display was linked to a strong geomagnetic solar storm that disturbed Earth’s magnetic field.
According to the DWD, the storm’s intensity allowed the aurora to be seen as far south as the Alps, an uncommon sight at these latitudes.
Photos shared on social media showed streaks of colour above city skylines and rural fields alike, with experts noting that the spectacle could repeat in the coming nights if solar activity remains high.
Due to the strength of the solar storm, the lights could be seen as far away as the Alps during the night, German news agency dpa reported.
