As Sturm der Liebe gears up to celebrate its 20th anniversary next year, fans are witnessing significant changes in the beloved ARD series. The show, which began in 2005 with the iconic love story of Laura Mahler (Henriette Richter-Röhl) and Alexander Saalfeld (Gregory B. Waldis), is once again shaking things up with a wedding leading to the departure of two main characters. Just as Laura and Alexander’s love story had a fairy-tale ending, complete with their move to Brussels after their marriage, the series is about to mirror that storyline with the exit of a new couple.
In the upcoming episodes, another wedding marks the exit of two key characters, drawing a clear parallel to the original love story. Although the current couple does not leave for a foreign country, their challenges and future plans suggest they will be leaving the Fürstenhof behind. Who are they?
After a season filled with heartache, drama, and emotional highs and lows, Ana Alves (Soluna-Delta Kokol) and Philipp Brandes (Robin Schick) finally reach their much-anticipated moment. In episode 4,331 (set to air on November 29, 2024), the couple ties the knot at the beautiful Gut Thalheim estate. This marks a pivotal moment in the series, as they have endured many trials to reach this milestone.
Bei „Sturm der Liebe“ kommt nach der Hochzeit von Ana und Philipp (links) ein neues Traumpaar, Maxi und Henry (rechts), in den Fürstenhof. © Christof Arnold/ARD
According to ARD, the newlyweds will remain at Gut Thalheim, which Ana inherited from Philipp’s great-aunt Wilma. They plan to focus on their new life, with a particular emphasis on horse breeding. In the following episode, 4,332 (set to air on December 2, 2024), Ana and Philipp share an emotional farewell with their friends and family, signaling that they will be leaving the Fürstenhof behind.
ARD’s announcement hints that Ana and Philipp will be embarking on their own journey outside the series, giving way to a new focus at the Fürstenhof. Starting with episode 4,335 (airing in early December), the spotlight will shift to Maxi (Katharina Scheuba) and Henry (Elias Reichert), a new couple who will capture the attention of the Fürstenhof.
These changes will surely come as a surprise to Sturm der Liebe fans, who will have to adjust to the departure of Ana and Philipp and the arrival of Maxi and Henry. Additionally, for those who cherish the series’ history, there is an exciting treat: Sturm der Liebe has its own cookbook, featuring not only recipes but also a collection of nostalgic photos from past couples and iconic moments in the series. Fans can now relive their favorite scenes through the pages of this special cookbook.
