Every spring, Romanians leave for Germany for seasonal work, leaving behind affected families and communities. Most work in precarious conditions.

In spring, Romania becomes an important starting point for seasonal labor, with thousands of Romanians traveling to Germany to work in agriculture, construction, and services. Statistics show that 80% of seasonal workers in German agriculture are Romanians, highlighting the German economy's dependence on this labor segment. Although many leave with hopes of improving their lives, working conditions are often precarious, and exploitation is common, with passports confiscated and housing being unsanitary. High housing costs and low wages make working abroad a challenge.

Romanians leave to secure a better living for their families, but the effects of this migration are devastating for the communities back home, where children grow up without parents. Their testimonies reflect a harsh reality, but the desire to provide a better future for their loved ones motivates them to continue this annual routine.