Events

Exhibition "Pittoresk! Self-Portrait - External Image - Re-Appropriation"

The exhibition at the RothenburgMuseum shows views of the city from the 18th century, Biedermeier and Romanticism and documents the transition to photography. The juxtaposition of self-image and the image of the other, of art and kitsch is supplemented by contemporary views of the city in photography, painting, social media and film.

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Exhibition: "Rothenburg in London - Rothenburg's influence on the garden city movement"

As early as 1906 Rothenburg served as a model for the conception and construction of the garden city of Hampstead near London. Here, decent living conditions were to be created as a reaction to the undignified living conditions of workers in the cities at the time of industrialisation.

The special exhibition in the refectory of the RothenburgMuseum shows for the first time Rothenburg's role as an architectural model for the planning of the garden city Hampstead Suburb as well as for the garden city Hellerau near Dresden. Further information

Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums: Exhibition "Ice Age Safari"

Exhibition in the Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim about life during the last ice age between 35.000 and 15.000 years before our time. More than 100 animal reconstructions, skeletons, plant preparations and interactive stations await visitors of all ages. Further information

Exhibition:"Tutanchamun - His Tomb and the Treasures"

After five years of a successful US tour, the exhibition will be on display at the Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen, Museums Zeughaus, and will thus be shown in Germany again for the first time. Visitors experience an excavation story full of excitement and adventure Further information

kurios&kostbar - Pieces of art from the ducal rifle chamber

The exhibition in the STUDIO of the Art Collections presents a selection of valuable pieces from the former ducal rifle chamber in the context of baroque collector's delight. In addition to elaborately decorated pistols and rifles made of precious materials, experimental technical innovations are also on display.

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"The foliage collected from five autumns" Art and deportation

Exhibition in the Transylvanian Museum Gundelsheim

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Rothenburg as Landscaped Garden - Theme Years

Within the framework of three thematic years, the topography of Rothenburg ob der Tauber will be visualized as a city and landscape image. With special exhibitions in the Medieval Crime Museum and the RothenburgMuseum, as well as various garden projects displaying hidden garden treasures and contemporary interpretations of the picturesque Rothenburg.

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Farmer's market Langenzenn

Fresh produce and direct marketing are what make the Langenzen farmers' market so attractive. The return to regionally produced products, short distances, fresh goods and transparent production are in vogue. High value and quality as well as the preservation of the cultural landscape make conscious shopping in the region attractive.

Dates 2022:

08.01. & 22.01.2022
05.02. & 19.02.2022
05.03. & 19.03.2022
02.04. & 16.04.2022
07.05. & 21.05.2022
04.06. & 18.06.2022
02.07. & 16.07.2022
06.08. & 20.08.2022
03.09. & 17.09.2022
01.10. & 15.10.2022
05.11. & 19.11.2022
03.12. & 17.12.2022

101-year anniversary Rothenburg "Hans Sachs Spiele"

07.01.2022 at 8 p.m. "Unter den Linden

18.02.2022 at 8 p.m. in the Theater am Burgtor

25.06.2022 at 7 pm in the Kaisersaal (anniversary performance)

06.07.2022 at 6 p.m. in the Bürgerheim (charity event)

15.07.2022 at 20.30 in the Toppler Theater

11.11.2022 at 20 o'clock in the Theater am Burgtor

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Heidelberg String Quartet Festival

Wolfgang Rihm music produces music as he breathes: permanently and without interruption, almost as it were from the gut. Nevertheless, his quartet work is still a great mystery. On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of his birth, the Heidelberg String Quartet Festival 2022 is dedicated to this great man and artist and his groundbreaking quartet work - in concerts, workshops, readings and more.

You can find all further information here

Horse Merket Öhringen

This "highest Öhringen holiday" could be held for the first time in 1823 by "royal decree". Since then, such a market for the trade of horses took place in Öhringen almost every year. In the course of time it developed from a pure market character to an event magnet, which combines old traditions with contemporary and innovative agricultural technology, a large market, an open Sunday and an entertaining supporting program.

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February market with medieval market - cancelled

Every year on the fourth Saturday in February a young cattle award and since 1986 a must award of the NABU (Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union) takes place. The events are concentrated at Frankenplatz and in Poststraße, the entrance area to the old town. A historical market is held, which also extends to the following Sunday.

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Horse Market Heilbronn

Large market with amusement park in downtown Heilbronn and horse awards at the Heilbronn Trappensee.

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Rolling the fire wheel

A large wheel made of straw fire drives away the winter by rolling it down to the valley.

Meeting point: Hirschhorn-Langenthal, Wald-Michelbacher Straße at the former eyer factory.

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Bear's garlic days Eberbach

The participating hotels and inns are happy to support those interested in planning a stay of several days with special bear's garlic packages. Four guided hikes around wild garlic are also offered during the Bear's Garlic Days.

Further information is available here

Chamber concert in the collegiate church of Öhringen

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Heidelberg Spring: FESTival

On the occasion of its 25th anniversary, Heidelberger Frühling 2022 will have the motto "FESTspiel. You are invited to join  in looking at the original idea of festivals and festspiele and to ask what they are supposed to achieve and why they mean so much.

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Rothenburg Hiking Week

Twice a year, in spring and in autumn, the "Rothenburg Hiking Weeks" take place. The attractive, free hikes, the informal get-together of hiking enthusiasts from near and far, a rich cultural calendar and, last but not least, traditional Franconian hospitality come together to form a delightful and varied program that truly offers something for everyone.

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Spring awakening Rothenburg

"Spring lets its blue ribbon flutter through the air again..."

Mörike's well-known verses become program in Rothenburg. You can expect colorfully decorated Easter fountains, the spring hiking week as well as the spring city atmosphere, culinary delicacies and lots of other Easter surprises.

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Heidelberg Summer Day Parade

Every year in March, the Heidelberg Summer Day Parade takes place through the old town. The children walk through the Old Town with their traditional Summer Day sticks, decorated with a pretzel, a blown-out egg and colorful ribbons. The procession starts from St. Anna Gasse and goes through the Old Town to the Market Square. The colorful bustle is led by "Liselotte von der Pfalz".

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Handcraft "Easter Egg & Co" Ansbach

Artisans present decorative articles, jewellery, sewn items and much more on the theme of Easter and spring.

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Fascination World Heritage Site - daily guided tour through Bamberg

Bamberg is full of secrets and surprises. On the popular city tour "Fascination World Heritage Site" you will hear stories and experience history - in the middle of narrow alleys, on medieval squares and in front of unique buildings. The daily sightseeing tour is an unforgettable experience.

The guided tours are available daily at 10.30 am and 2 pm.

Tickets and all further information are available here

A guided tour of Altenburg Castle

Explore the captivating and fascinating myth of the castle on our tour of the Altenburg's grounds. Visit assearched rooms and enjoy a unique view over Bamberg from the keep.

The tour takes place every Sunday. For more information click here

Magic of voices Heilbronn

Several stages, many choirs and very different music - that is magic of voices. Together with the choir association, Heilbronn Marketing GmbH is organizing this major musical event. Many retailers open their stores on this Sunday and have come up with special promotions for customers.

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Market & Museum Lauf

Spring market with many different crafts

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In the footsteps of E.T.A Hoffmann

E.T.A. Hoffmann spent his years of apprenticeship and torture in Bamberg. The artist's work still leaves traces in the culturally affine city today. Embark on a 1.5-hour guided voyage of discovery to prominent sites of his Bamberg years. You will pay a short visit to the E.T.A. Hoffmann House.

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Easter market Markt Heiligenstadt i.OFr.

Easter market on the market square in Heiligenstadt

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Heilbronn Wine Summer: Wine Bar at the Wartberg

Every Saturday and Sunday the wine bar on the Wartberg, Heilbronn's local mountain, opens its doors. With the Wengerthäusle and its terrace in the middle of the vineyards, a small paradise has been created, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and surroundings for enjoying wine.

The 14 self-marketing wine growers of the Heilbronn Wine Villa serve wine in rotation. In addition, they serve lard bread and other small regional delicacies.

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Beer cellar season opening Forchheim

The Forchheimer Kellerwirte and the city of Forchheim cordially invite you to the Forchheimer Bierkeller season opening. With a colorful supporting program as well as with musical performances and other interesting actions, the city of Forchheim starts the new open-air season together with its citizens. The rock cellars, which were built to cool beer, will then be officially opened.

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Motorcycle star ride Kulmbach

Coming from different directions, motorcyclists will meet this weekend in Kulmbach. Information from the organizer can be found here.

Heidelberg "Stückemarkt" (Theaterplays)

For 10 days in spring, the Heidelberg "Stückemarkt" has been presenting the avant-garde of theater since 1984: new plays are read and outstanding world premieres from German-speaking countries are invited to guest performances. Social discourses are initiated and aesthetic tendencies of our theater landscape are reflected.

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Night of Music Öhringen

Live music of various genres in numerous venues in downtown Öhringen.

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Exhibition: "An encounter with Rothenburg - art and artists between 1830 and 1960"

For over one hundred and fifty years Rothenburg ob der Tauber has been considered a jewel of the German past. Artists, among them important English and Scottish painters such as Elias Bancroft, James Douglas, Arthur Wasse, immortalized the town in romantic pictures.

For the special exhibition in the Medieval Criminal Museum, many of these works will return to their place of origin. Further information 

Music days Kronach

In addition, discover a varied programme of events under the motto "New Shores" in the State Garden Show Park at the foot of Rosenberg Fortress. Enjoy wonderful Sunday concerts with your whole family with the music clubs from the city and district, take part in extraordinary events and feel the summer in Kronach's green oasis.

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Every year, the quartermasters call together the historical scene of Kronach to celebrate the quartermaster day with them. On this day, a historical "spectacle" takes place in the old market hall with plenty of music, dancing and the traditional beer "Schmäuß".

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Kulmbach Folk Festival

The Kulmbach Festival Square offers something for everyone with traditional amusement booths, rides and festival gastronomy! For more information, click here.

Blue Night Nuremberg

Long night of art and culture with light installations, music and performances.

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South German Cheese Market

In the special ambience of the open-air museum, against the magnificent backdrop of the historic buildings, the cheese market has its own distinctive atmosphere. Cheese dairies offer their specialties at many stalls. Artisan cheeses made from goat's, sheep's or cow's milk, a total of about 200 different varieties, are waiting to be tasted, enjoyed and taken home. The cheese assortment is complemented by other regional and international specialties such as fruit brandies, edible oils, horseradish, mustard, jams, pralines and chocolates, sausages and bacon, organically grown vegetables and more.

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LongArtNight

Pictures, bands and encounters: Wimpfen galleries, bands, artists, museums, churches and pubs provide visitors with a diverting and surprising art experience.

Admission is free.

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Open Air Theatre Schwäbisch Hall

The open-air theater on the steps of St. Michael's is an inseparable part of Schwäbisch Hall's identity. Artistic ambition and entertainment come together here in the best possible way. Three productions on the Grand Staircase form the core of the festival.

Further information and the program can be found here.

"Tempel"market Nuremberg

Germany's largest downtown flea market.

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Forchheim: Arts and Crafts Fair around the Imperial Palace (Kaiserpfalz)

Under the motto "exceptionally - excellent" the artisan market takes place in and around the historic imperial palace in Forchheim. About 100 exhibitors from the whole federal territory and the European foreign countries present their works from the most different sparts of arts and crafts. With traditional jazz morning drink on Sunday.

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Culture Spring Stein

Open-air event with cabaret artist Jörg Kaiser and the band "Grey & the Johnboys light" in the atmospheric ambience of Mecklenburger Platz.

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International museum day

Angelika Summa as a guest in the Franconian Gallery at the Rosenberg Fortress in Kronach

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Red Tower Day

On the occasion of the annual Open Monument Day, the Red Tower Action Day takes place, during which the tower and its forecourt are enlivened by historically dressed groups.

Admission is free.

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City festival with 950 years celebration of Abenberg

A colorful family festival in the historic old town of Abenberg with the participation of Abenberg's restaurateurs and associations.

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Bavarian State Exhibition "Typically Franconian?"

The exhibition illuminates the theme "typically Franconian?" from the most diverse angles.

The Orangery and St. Gumbertus invite you on a voyage of discovery.

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Classics Open Air Heilbronn

With free admission and under the open sky, orchestras and music groups from Heilbronn present themselves with a varied concert program.

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Franconian Gourmet Market Ansbach - Good things from the region

Franconia is rich in delicious treats. At the first Genussmarkt, a wide variety of specialities and their producers will be presented and await discoverers and gourmets.

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Spring in Eberbach

The town festival offers many activities for young and old and a rich selection of musical contributions from folk music to rock / pop / jazz on the various squares in the old town.

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The fortress rocks Kronach

"Die Festung rockt" is now a permanent fixture in the calendar of many punk, ska and rock fans. Every year, the Festung Rosenberg becomes a stage for national and international music stars.

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Summer of culture Ansbach

In the summer, the theme "Typically Franconian?" is taken up by culture and all kinds of cultural things from Ansbach and the neighbourhood are presented at scattered places in the city.

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Heidelberg Literature Days

The international literature festival "Heidelberg Literature Days", which has been held in the heart of the Old Town in recent years, is an indispensable part of the UNESCO City of Literature Heidelberg.

This year, our festival will take place in the Spiegelzelt on Heidelberg's Universitätsplatz.

Advance ticket sales will start in April 2022. You can find all further information here

Rosenberg Festival

The Rosenberg Festival offers top-class open-air theatre between May and August. And all this high above the roofs of the half-timbered town of Kronach on the mighty and beautiful Rosenberg Fortress, one of the most important fortifications in Germany. In this dreamlike setting, the Rosenberg Festival presents straightforward and entertaining versions of plays from world literature, modern classics as well as adaptations of comedies and other material familiar from film and television. Children's plays and a varied supporting programme round off the festival summer. Let yourself be touched, carried away and enchanted when our festival ensemble brings dramatic, comedic, but also thoughtful and critical material to life before the imposing walls of Rosenberg Fortress.

You can get the programme and all further information here 

Chamber concerts Seehof Castle, Memmelsdorf

Just outside Bamberg, in the municipality of Memmelsdorf, lies the magnificent Seehof Castle.
Surrounded by the lively play of baroque forms, the atmosphere of this place inspires musicians and listeners alike.
inspires musicians and listeners alike. Concerts here are a feast for the eyes and ears,
soul and spirit, a long-lasting experience.
The performers come from the ranks of the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra-Bavarian State Philharmonic Orchestra, plus well-known soloists and the Bamberg String Quartet as "quartet in residence".
Due to the renovations of the palace, all concerts will be moved to the baroque Orangery.

All dates and further information are available here

Garden festival Eyrichshof castle

A summer festival for the whole family in the garden of Eyrichshof castle

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Summer party of the cooperative winery Heilbronn

Wine, music and good humor. This is how the popular summer festival of the cooperative winery, which is known far beyond the region, presents itself.

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Historical festival play 1631 "The master drink"

Old and young know it - the story of the brave mayor Nusch, who saved the city from destruction with his legendary master drink. At Whitsun, this event is revived every year - in the streets of the city as well as in the camp life of the historical groups and in the theater production of the Historical Festival in the Kaisersaal. The highlight: the great army parade on Sunday.

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Cake and fountain festival Schwäbisch Hall

For centuries, salt boilers produced salt - the "white gold of the Middle Ages". The associated trade made the town prosperous and, not least for this reason, it is an architectural gem today. The salt boilers' festival has been handed down in Schwäbisch Hall since the 14th century. The origin of the festival may have been the purification of the salt spring, which was the foundation of the medieval wealth. In addition to the historical festival, guests can expect plenty of music and a colorful amusement park on Haalplatz.

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A festival of history at Rosenberg Fortress in Kronach: Weapons show, field camp, battle turmoil and medieval market with jugglers and musicians.

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Guided Tour Hirschhorn

One-hour guided tour through the historic old town of Horschhorn,

Meeting point: Tourist Infrmation, Alleeweg 2

Cost: 3€ per person

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Heidelberg Castle Illuminations

Bengal lights slowly bathe Heidelberg Castle in a mysterious red glow of fire. As if the ruin were burning for yet another time in its long history. Like the last time in 1689 and 1693, when the troops of the Sun King Louis XIV burned down the castle and the city, leaving behind the now world-famous ruins.

When the glowing castle slowly fades, the second part of the spectacle begins - the brilliant fireworks over the Neckar River. In 1613, Elector Frederick V had fireworks staged to greet his newly wedded wife Elizabeth Stuart in a manner befitting her rank. This fireworks display laid the foundation for the later light shows over Heidelberg's night sky.

Tip: The Nepomuk Terrace, the banks of the Neckar River and the Philosophenweg are the best locations to admire the castle illumination from 10:15 pm.

Pentecost Sesslach

Large flea market on Whitsunday in the picturesque old town of Seßlach.

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Exhibition "Kronach und sein Cranach"

Exhibition "Kronach and its Cranach" in the Fürstenbau of Rosenberg Fortress

Old Town Festival Ansbach

Traditional, much loved and lively. This is how the Alstadtfest has presented itself throughout the old town centre for decades. Days of music, food and drink, lots of variety. The meeting place for young and old!

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Living Neckar

Along the Neckar Valley Cycle Route, the towns along the Neckar invite you to experience the Neckar in its entirety as part of the state-wide "Mobile without a car" action day as a natural beauty and habitat for animals and plants, but also as a recreational area for the people in the region.

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Fourth Passion Plays Gemünda

"I am the way - a play by Martin Bernard".

The fourth Gemünda Passion Play with the play "Ich bin der Weg" by Martin Bernard will be performed in June in the Seßlach district of Gemünda. The open-air stage in the idyllically situated garden around the tithe barn was built especially for the performance. The organiser is the foundation 1150 Jahre Dofgemeinschaft Gemünda.

Event dates:

17.06., 8 pm
19.06., 3 pm
24.06., 8 pm
25.06., 8 p.m.
26.06., 3 pm

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The "Brandner" casper

Played by the Hans Sachsspielgruppe Langenzenn at the Education and Culture Centre.

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Bookmarket Kirchberg an der Jagst

Since 1999, a book market has been held in the old town of Kirchberg. About 60 antiquarian bookshops, semi-professional and amateur booksellers populate the market area in the alleys of the "Städtle" of Kirchberg and offer a varied range for friends of old and new books, graphics, photos, etc..

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Living Neckar River

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Heidelberg Castle Festival (Theater)

Heidelberg's castle ruins are not only considered the most visited in Germany. It is also home to the venues of the Heidelberg Theater and Orchestra: the Castle Courtyard, the Thick Tower and the English Building. In summer, they form the backdrop for productions of all genres and festive concerts as part of the Heidelberg Castle Festival.

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Living Neckar

Joint action day with Cycling Sunday and many activities

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Living Neckar

Action day with many events along the Neckar river

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"Toppler Theater" Season

Under the slogan "small but nice", the open-air theater located in the north courtyard of the Imperial City Museum has become an integral part of the city's cultural life and delights visitors with a varied and entertaining program during the theater season.

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Cadolzburg Castle Festival - Musical "Heiner

After a long break, the award-winning musical group now returns to the romantic courtyard of Cadolzburg Castle with the new stage play "Heiner" (text: Fritz Stiegler/ music: Matthias Lange). Awarded the Bavarian Parliament's Citizens' Prize and with great support from the Bavarian Cultural Fund, the ensemble brings musicals to the stage that are written to suit them. The stage pieces are presented with humour, professionalism and enthusiasm. A cultural open-air highlight in front of the fantastic backdrop of the mighty Hohenzollernburg in Cadolzburg.

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Fire Dance Festival at Abenberg Castle

Once a year, Abenberg immerses itself in the world of the Middle Ages: More festival visitors than inhabitants populate the historic town of Abenberg in Middle Franconia.

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Music Festival ION Nuremberg

International Organ Week with organ choir and symphony concerts.

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Old Town Festival Lauf

On the last weekend in June, Lauf's market square, the Spitalhof and the surrounding streets and alleys become a celebration mile. Whether it's brass band music, rock, jazz and blues, the hobby and temple market, the city tours, a canoe race around Lauf's Kaiserburg or the special post office in the city archive - there's something for everyone here.

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Play Season of the Dilsberg Castle Stage

Open-air theatre: "The Wizard of Oz

Performances on Fridays and Saturdays

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Open Air Concerts at Abenberg Castle

Concerts of famous artists like THE BOSSHOSS, SEILER&SPEER or JOHANNES OERDING can be visited in a unique scenery.

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"Tal" Market Bad Wimpfen

The Bad Wimpfen Valley Market is one of the oldest markets in Germany. It was once a church festival that developed into the Talmarkt. Six days of pure fun with a Ferris wheel, break-dancing and lottery stalls, amusement shops, games of skill, various children's rides, festival beer, fried sausages, candy floss, almonds... and everything that belongs to a festival for the whole family!

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25th Winefestival

With its family atmosphere, the backdrop of the marketplace and castle courtyard, the varied music program and the tempting culinary offerings, the Hohenlohe Wine Village in Öhringen is a major crowd puller.

Around 200 wines and sparkling wines are available for tasting every year on the first weekend in July under the motto "Five days of pure enjoyment". At the opening ceremony, a celebrity is awarded the "Öhringer Weinschlüssel" (Öhringen Wine Key), the best Rieslings are awarded the Hohenlohe White Wine Prize, and the best Weindorf dishes in the "Ausgezeichnet regional" (Excellent Regional) gastronomic competition.

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Summertheater Ansbach: C.C.Mätressen

A documentary BaRockmusical for the 801st anniversary of the city of Ansbach.

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Old Town Festival

Every year, Kulmbach's old town is transformed into a large dance and festival stage. With a varied entertainment program and culinary delights, an exuberant mood is guaranteed. You can find all further information here.

Rokoko Festival Ansbach

Zauberhafte Vorstellungen in zauberhaftem Ambiente. DIe Markgräfliche Residenz und der Hofgarten mit seine prachtvollen Blumenschmuck bilden den Rahmen für lebendige Szenen des 18. Jahrhunderts.

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Festival of "Kunigunde"

Every year on the first Sunday in July, the town of Lauf celebrates its traditional Kunigundenfest. The school youth and the Lauf clubs organize it with a procession and floats, musical performances and tranzdarbietungen at the Reigenplatz on the Kunigundenberg. The Kichweih with its numerous attractions is every year a festive highlight in the life of the historic town, attracts numerous spectators and inspires visitors from near and far.

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Old Town Festival Neckargemünd

Many offers and activities from the Neckargeünder clubs and institutions throughout the old town.

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ADAC Heidelberg Historic

When memories of times long past come to mind, exuberance and a celebratory mood are in the air, and old and young alike stand at the side of the road with shining eyes, over 180 classic cars take on a reliability test of a special kind:

The ADAC Heidelberg Historic leads through Kraichgau, Odenwald, Bauland and Zabergäu, thrilling teams and spectators alike. A FIVA International Event and first choice for car lovers! Exclusive vehicles, charming landscapes, unique atmosphere - that's what the ADAC Heidelberg Historic has stood for for over a quarter of a century.

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Summer Festival IN THE HOFGARTEN Öhringen

Comedy, music, readings and much more in the beautiful ambience of the Hofgarten.

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Folk Festival Heilbronn

With the comfortably furnished Göckelesmaier festival tent and a colorful stage program, the festival offers a mix of tradition, enjoyment and party. In the 3,000-person capacity festival tent, there are not only crispy grilled Göckele and freshly tapped Volksfest beer from Löwenbrauerei Hall, but also other culinary delights, such as burgers or vegetarian dishes.

Adrenaline junkies will be delighted. But even less daredevil visitors will get their money's worth, because with around 100 attractions, there is something for all ages.

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International Samba Festival

The Samba Festival is Coburg's most famous festival and is known far beyond the historic city limits. Around 200,000 visitors from all over the world flock to Coburg in mid-July. More than 3,000 international sambistas, capoeiristas and dancers create a state of emergency in the city center.

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Kirchweih Festival Ansbach

The Kirchweih offers entertainment for young and old with many rides and a varied programme of events. The Hofwiese is the venue for both the Spring Festival and the Kirchweih. The convivial hustle and bustle in the beer tent and a variety of rides attract young and old to the traditional festivals every year.

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Winefestical Kronach

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Monastery Serenade Abenberg

Classical concert in the "Stillachurch" of the Marienburg Monastery Abenberg.

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"Plassenburg" Open-Air

Numerous nationally and internationally renowned artists perform in front of the fantastic Kulmbach Plassenbrug backdrop.

2022 include: Bavaria's cult band number 1, the Spider Murphy Gang with their acclaimed unplugged program. The currently hottest young Bavarian band dicht & ergreifend, which skillfully combines hip-hop with brass music. The Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, one of the most renowned orchestras in the Free State. As well as the made-up events of Angelo Kelly & Family, the Altneihauser Feierwehrkapell'n and Barclay James Harvest feat. Les Holroyd.

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"Plassenburg" Open-Air

Numerous nationally and internationally renowned artists perform in front of the fantastic Kulmbach Plassenbrug backdrop.

2022 include: Bavaria's cult band number 1, the Spider Murphy Gang with their acclaimed unplugged program. The currently hottest young Bavarian band dicht & ergreifend, which skillfully combines hip-hop with brass music. The Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, one of the most renowned orchestras in the Free State. As well as the made-up events of Angelo Kelly & Family, the Altneihauser Feierwehrkapell'n and Barclay James Harvest feat. Les Holroyd.

All further information and tickets are available here.

Castel square Festival Coburg

The Schlossplatzfest takes place in a historic setting between the Landestheater, Palais Edinburgh and Ehrenburg Castle. Traditionally, the Coburg Schlossplatzfest is a party for which visitors do not have to pay admission. Live music and international variety artists provide varied entertainment on two stages.

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In the baroque courtyard garden with orangery, the Hofgartenfest is held under large sun/rain umbrellas on three days. Friday evening start with beer tasting, brass band and welcome. Saturday from 2 p.m. children's afternoon with flea market and various attractions (e.g. bouncy castle, magician, circus); from 8 p.m. colorful program. Sunday ecumenical service and tombola. Closing around 22.00 o'clock with a baroque firework display worth seeing.

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Large medieval market at Rabenstein Castle

Twice a year, visitors to Rabenstein Castle embark on an exciting journey back in time to the Middle Ages.
An extensive program of action artists, medieval field battles and show fights, puppet theater for children and fire shows in the evening is offered. Historical groups from all over Germany camp in front of the backdrop of the 800-year-old castle, craftsmen and merchants give insight into long extinct professions of the Middle Ages. With many specialties is provided for the physical well-being and medieval music framed the events.

Thu: 12 a.m. - 22 p.m. | Fri: 10 a.m. - 22 p.m. | Sat: 10 a.m. - 22 p.m. | Sun: 10 a.m. - 19 p.m.

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Serenades in rosengarden Bamberg

The baroque rose garden and the eastern plateau below the monastery church of St Michael provide the perfect setting for a very special musical treat.

Rose Garden of the New Residence Bamberg: 16 and 30 July 2022

East Plateau of St Michael: 13 and 27 August 2022

Diocesan House of St. Otto: 22 October 2022

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Montmartre handcraft market

Many stalls invite you to look, marvel and buy. A French speciality market will be held on the market square.

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Milkhouse festval

Lots of music and good humour create a great atmosphere at the Milchhhausfest in the moat of Cadolzburg Castle between the Milchhaus and the castle bridge.

Castle concert Stein

Against the picturesque backdrop of Faber-Castell Castle, you will experience the symphonic youth wind orchestra of the city of Stein with a varied programme and many musical highlights, as well as a brilliant baroque fireworks display to crown the event.

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"Stilla" Festival Abenberg

Religious pilgrimage festival in honor of the Abenberg town patron saint blessed Stilla.

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Open Air Festival Eyrichshof Castle

The castle, with its magnificent scenery, is a popular summer venue for renowned artists. This summer, too, special concert experiences await you - among others, musical directions such as rock, pop and singer/songwriter will be offered.

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"Jakobi" Market Schwäbisch Hall

For over 800 years, the Jakobimarkt has been held in Schwäbisch Hall at the end of July. It is one of the oldest markets in the region and offers many attractions: Amusement park, Krämermarkt as well as an open Sunday.

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Anna Festival Forchheim

You can enjoy cool beer from 18 different Franconian breweries. In addition, there are Franconian as well as international specialties. Numerous rides offer fun and games for young and old, music from traditional to modern provides good entertainment.

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Old Town Festival Ebern

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Summer festival at the Blue Tower

Festive opening with colourful programme.

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Classics Open Air Nuremberg

Free open air concerts of the two Nuremberg orchestras in the Luitpoldhain.

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Flea market Langenzenn

... here you can browse to your heart's content!

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"Castle Summer" in Abenberg Castle

Concert series at Abenberg Castle

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Folk fairv"bird shooting" Coburg

Traditionally, the festival, which takes place on the Coburger Anger, begins with the entry of the shooting society into the festival tent. The Coburger Vogelschießen is the oldest and largest folk festival in the city of the Vest Coburg.

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Gathering of the Bards Nuremberg

Germany's largest free and outdoor festival in Nuremberg's Old Town.

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Kulmbach Beer Week

The largest and most classic beer festival in northern Bavaria is held annually in Kulmbach. True fans of the Kulmbach Beer Week count the days backwards until the next tapping, and that immediately after the last day of the festival. It is something very special to visit this traditional beer festival, to experience the atmosphere in and around the legendary Bierstadl and to enjoy the specially brewed delicious festival beers as well as the wonderful wheat beer. A tradition for over 3,000 years.

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Kaspar-Hauser-Festival

Mysterious to this day: Kaspar Hauser, the foundling of the 19th century, is closely tied to the city. The festival sheds light on his fate and the roles of his contemporaries.

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Large medieval market at Rabenstein Castle

Twice a year, visitors to Rabenstein Castle embark on an exciting journey back in time to the Middle Ages.
An extensive program of action artists, medieval field battles and show fights, puppet theater for children and fire shows in the evening is offered. Historical groups from all over Germany camp in front of the backdrop of the 800-year-old castle, craftsmen and merchants give insight into long extinct professions of the Middle Ages. With many specialties is provided for the physical well-being and medieval music framed the events.

Fri: 102 a.m. - 22 p.m. | Sat: 10 a.m. - 22 p.m. | Sun: 10 a.m. - 19 p.m.

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TUCHER Blues and Jazzfestival

Bavaria's largest blues and jazz festival

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Free Shooting Festival Kronach

Traditional Schützenfest on the Schützenplatz in Kronach

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Taubertal-Openair-Festival

Rock in front of a medieval backdrop - down in the Tauber Valley thousands of listeners, up above the illuminated city wall of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Together, this creates an atmosphere that could not be more beautiful. The Eiswiese below the city as a concert venue has already become cult.

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German and International Pewter Figurine Fair

Pewter figure lovers from all over the world can meet every two years at the collectors' fair in Kulmbach and give free rein to their passion.

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Ansbach Contemporary

An exhibition of contemporary art

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Wine Festival Rothenburg

The Rothenburg Wine Village invites you on a culinary voyage of discovery. Popular as well as rather rare grape varieties are served around the Green Market and on the church square, in front of the venerable towers of St. Jakob. At the stands, dishes matching the wine served will be served, and a colorful program will provide varied entertainment.

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Old Town Festival Sesslach

Art - Culture - Pleasure

The Seßlach Old Town Festival is a firm favourite when it comes to traditional events in Franconia. On the third weekend in August, the picturesque town is transformed into a medieval town. A historical parade, camp life, a large flea market and a trade market attract numerous visitors to the old town, which is surrounded by a complete town wall. On this weekend, Seßlach's innkeepers and associations will also be doing the town's reputation as a place of enjoyment proud. Franconian cuisine, traditional beer tasting by the mayor, tasting of the Seßlach house beer by the brewery friends and band performances on the big stage in the evening.

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Summer at the river Heidelberg

Every year in August, the event "Summer on the River" takes place. On two days, the federal road B37 between the Old Bridge and the Neckar River below the City Hall becomes a promenade. Visitors can expect, among other things, two stages with live music at the Alte Brücke and at the Heuscheuer (Marstall), a children's program and a gastronomic offer.

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HUK Coburg Open Air

Many musicians have already performed in the dreamlike ambience of Coburg's Schlossplatz and enjoyed the unique atmosphere. World stars meet artists who are yet to be discovered. Music fans from all over Germany appreciate the range of top-class concerts and visit the city on the Vest.

Dates:

Aug. 24 to Aug. 28, 2022:

24.08. Sido

25.08. Sarah Conner

26.08. AVANTASIA

27.08. James Blunt

28.08. PUR

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Cuckoo Market Eberbach

The big folk festival in the Neckar valley. With its many showmen and traders, it will attract visitors from near and far.

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Summer Night Festival Schwäbisch Hall

The city park along the Kocher River is transformed into an enchanting sea of lights: 25,000 cups of light in imaginative ornaments, 2,500 colorful lanterns in the old trees and light installations ensure an unforgettable evening.

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Future Market Bad Wimpfen

Every year on the last weekend in August, around 60 craftsmen from near and far show their handicraft techniques and work throughout the Staufer Palatinate complex, from the Blue Tower to the Red Tower. They include basket weavers, smiths, wood turners, dyers, spinners, weavers, potters and many more. Food and drink, music and medieval dances, Staufer guards and activities for children will provide atmospheric entertainment at the market.

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Franconian Beer Festival Nuremberg

In the moat of the Kaiserburg Nuremberg, more than 40 local breweries serve their beer specialties.

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French gourmet market

French traders offer delicacies from the different regions of our neighbouring country in Menzerpark.

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Coburg "Dumpling Market"

The people of Coburg love their dumplings so much that a market festival was created especially for them. Once a year, at the end of August or beginning of September, the Coburg dumpling market takes place. There, visitors can taste the traditional dish "Rutscher".

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Rothenburg Imperial City Festival

The Imperial City Festival is one of the highlights of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The entire history of the town comes to life - brought to life by about a thousand participants. Already on Friday evening there is a big torchlight procession of the history groups to the market place. The historic town hall with its arcades will then form the backdrop for a fascinating facade fireworks display with music.

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50th Wine Festival Heilbronn around the Town Hall

Wine connoisseurs from all over the world meet to taste the fine wines. A number of cooperatives, wineries and wine cellars offer over 300 different wines in 0.1 litre glasses. Furthermore, an exclusive joint stand of different producers offer sparkling wine and secco. Entertainers amuse you in the evening hours.

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Old Town Festival Langenzenn

The whole Old Town of Langenzenn is one single promenade. There is music on two different stages. Street musicians move through the town. Whether young or old, there's something for everyone.

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Roses & Garden Market Kronach

At the first Kronach Rose & Garden Market at the Rosenberg Fortress, about 100 exhibitors present roses, perennials, tree care, handicrafts and art. Inside the fortress complex high above Kronach, there is a beer garden with live music.

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Old Town Festival Nuremberg

An old town festival with fisherman's sting, music and folklore.

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Wine Festival Cadolzburg

At the cosy wine festival in front of the gates of Cadolzburg Castle you can enjoy Franconian wines and treats.

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Long Night of Culture Öhringen

The "Long Night of Culture" transforms Öhringen into an Eldorado for culture enthusiasts from near and far. Whether theater, music or cabaret: the varied program offers a treat for every culture fan.

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Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums: "The Normans"

For the first time in the German-speaking world, this comprehensive cultural-historical exhibition is devoted to the fascinating history of the Normans.

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Fleamarket Kulmbach

In the heart of the city Kulmbach, you can stroll from booth to booth and look out for great bargains.

Autumnmarket Neckargemünd

A small but fine market with a diverse range of products on the theme of autumn.

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Parish fair and fungus days Ebern

Ebern's parish fair offers an amusement park, a parish fair market, Sunday shopping and an interesting framework programme. Enjoy carousels and excitement at the caravan site. Ebern's mushroom days also take place at the parish fair market.

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Autumn festival Weibertreu

"The festival in the tent" below the Weibertreu castle ruins with live music.

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Old Town Festival including a Historical Market

The multi-faceted city festival includes an arts and crafts market along the main street, the popular flea market in the small alleys of the old town and on the banks of the Neckar, as well as stalls selling regional specialties. On almost all public places musical maintenance of most diverse kind is offered.

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Heilbronn Grape Harvest Festival

With a magnificent view over the vineyards and the city, Heilbronn celebrates the start of the grape harvest on the wine terraces below the Wartberg high-altitude restaurant.

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Oven-Festival in the Hohenlohe Open-Air Museum Wackershofen

When smoke comes out of the chimneys over the museum and it smells like fresh bread in all corners, every visitor knows why this festival bears its name. In the historic baking ovens of the museum buildings, the most different variations of regional specialties are being baked by busy helpers. But there is more than just salty and sweet cake and fresh bread. There are also barbecued and cooked specialties.

The baking oven celebration is also a shopkeeper's market of the special kind, on which much is to be bought or experienced: A broad pallet of regional products, craftsmen present their work, young animals are prämiert, music is played, jugglers and Trachtentanzgruppen appear and please their public.

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Pottery Market

The Heilbronn pottery market with its centuries-old history will be held again this year on the square at the Bollwerksturm, not as in the past at the Hafenmarktturm and along Sülmer street. More than 50 potters from all over Germany and Europe now present themselves at the beginning of the Neckarmeile and bring all kinds of treasures made of clay to Heilbronn with household goods, decorative and garden items.

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Chamber Theater Days Kronach

Wonderful news: The Chamber Theater Days are coming back!

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Autumn Fair Heilbronn

The Heilbronn Autumn Fair is an adventure fair for the whole family and the largest fair in the Unterland region. Around 600 exhibitors present their products and services from all areas of life. The range of products includes home and garden, finance and real estate, sports and health, fashion and beauty, children's world and our Ländle.
Various celebrity guests will also be on hand at the consumer fair to ensure that everyone is in a good mood. A varied supporting programme with interactive demonstrations, informative lectures, product presentations and competitions will take place on 5 show stages. Further informations here

"Enjoy Jazz" Festival

The international festival for Jazz and others presents a top-class festival programm at old and new locations around Heidelberg and Mannheim.

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October Market with Apple Festival

October market with Sunday shopping. 

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Jazz & Einkauf - represents an open-air festival that is known beyond the borders of the region. There is top-class pop, jazz, swing and lounge music on four stages. From 12 noon, restaurateurs from the region present themselves on the market square and set the mood for this musical Sunday with culinary delicacies. Further information here

Rothenburg Autumn Hiking Week

Every year in springtime and autumn the hiking weeks in Rothenburg offer you active recovery in the midst of nature - from guided hiking tours up to a varied programme that really offers something for everyone. Each hike stands under an interesting topic and is accompanied by an experienced leader and commented with a lot of inside knowledge. By the way: the hikes are all free of charge!

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Apple Market Memmelsdorf

Harvest-fresh, regional fruit from unsprayed stands and products of the Streuobstanbas such as juice or fruit spreads form the core idea of the apple market. Culinary specialities offered by regional fruit and horticultural associations ensure physical well-being.

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Franconia as a Guest in Europe - Johann Pachelel and the Mixed Taste

The project of the acapella ensemble "Sonat Vox" picks up the theme of Franconia musically and has itself accompanied in a production dpr the BR. At the same time, it is a reminiscence of the baroque composer Johann Pachelbel,

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Wintertime at Eyrichshof Castle

A winter market in magical atmosphere of Eyrichshof castle...

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Driller's Market

Colourful funfair rides, atmosphere and good mood in the festival tent - as always the Driller's Market in Neckargemünd is being longingly awaited. It is the last festival in the festival-cycle in the region. Hearty to rock-like music and a varied programme provide for the best funfair-mood of young and old.

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Rothenburg fairy tale magic with fairy tale experience world

The Fairy Tale Magic offers a diverse program around the theme of fairy tales and legends, which is aimed at both children and adults. And what better place than Rothenburg's romantic Old Town to make many a fairy tale come true....

Fairy-tale world of experience in the atrium and firehouse vault.

Opening hours:

- Monday to Thursday: 16:00-22:00

- Weekend: 14:00-24:00

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Day of the open monument Ansbach

Open doors in buildings not accessible on a daily basis, interesting guided tours and other surprises provide new aspects and insights for connoisseurs and new visitors to the historically rich city.

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Steammodel Days Lauf

Spread across the former factory grounds of the Industrial Museum, steam enthusiasts and tinkerers from all over Germany show historic and home-built models in operation. A unique exhibition in Bavaria.

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Heidelberg Christmas Market

Every year, at 5.00 pm, on the last Wednesday in November, the Christ child solemny opens the Christmas Market at the marketplace. Over 140 stands at Heidelberg's large and small places, offer an endless variety of what makes the season so special. 

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Heidelberg Winter Woods

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Ice-Skating Rink at "Karlsplatz" - "Christmas on Ice"

Daily from 10 am to 10 pm one of the most beautiful open-air ice rinks in Germany is open at "Karlsplatz". Residents and guests glide over the ice in front of the romantic caslte backdrop with Christmas music.

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Ansbach Old Town Christmas

Baroque facades and the two large churches form the atmospheric and distinctive backdrop for the Christmas market on Montgelas-Platz and Martin-Luther-Platz in the middle of the old town. The old town and its centuries-old traditions in a modern form. 

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Christmas Market Heilbronn

The Christmas market is dedicated to the "Käthchen of Heilbronn" with Christmas "Käthchen products" such as Christmas stollen or mulled wine, Käthchen Christmas decorations and Käthchen Christmas lighting.

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Christmasmagic Schwäbisch Hall

One of the most beautiful marketplaces in Southern Germany, the town hall and the church St. Michael sparkle warm colours and spread a festive atmosphere in the medieval town. Tenderly decorated shacks, different sorts of mulled wine, Christmas candy, arts and crafts and smart gift ideas inspire visitors from near and far.

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Lauf Christmas Market

Atmospheric decorated stall town around the lovingly designed crib on the upper marketplace with stage programme for young and old, inter alia with a visit of the Christ Child of Nuremberg, guided tours through the historical rock cellars and Advent prize draw.

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Christmas Market

Christmas market with stream train for children on the marketplace, Christmas exhibition and many other attractions.

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Christmasmarket Stein

The small, festively decorated stalls tempt visitors with bratwursts, steaks and mulled wine to relax and get in the mood for Christmas.

Friday: 5 - 9 pm
Saturday: 3 - 9 pm
Sunday: 14 - 19.30 h

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Advent Market Kulmbach

In addition to the "magical hustle and bustle" in the old town of Kulmbach, there is an arts and crafts market in the rooms of the castle estate in Waaggasse and the Advent market of the Diakonie at the "Alte Villa".

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Forchheim: Christmas Market

From December 1, a window of the Advent calendar opens punctually at 6:30 pm. Visitors will be enchanted by a Christmas light show projected upon the facade of the Imperial Palace. Dreamlike light illuminations with a suitable musical setting will set the mood for the Christmas Angel.

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Christmas Market Bad Wimpfen

The Wimpfener Kaiserpfalz forms the background for one of the most traditional Christmas markets in Germany. Its beginnings date back to 1487, when Emperor Friedrich III granted the city the privilege of holding a market before Christmas, the Katharinenmarkt.

In the narrow alleys of the old town, about 120 stalls offer handicraft, high-quality goods for the upcoming festival. Further information

Old-Rothenburg Christmas Market

At the end of the year, the city for romantics presents itself from its most beautiful side. Embedded in the picturesque scenery between the town hall and St. Jakob, the Reiterlesmarkt is considered one of the most charming Christmas markets in Germany.

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Advent Market Sesslach

Traditional Advent market on the market square and Maximiliansplatz in Seßlach's old town. Atmospheric ambience within the historic town wall with regional market stalls.

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Castle Christmas Abenberg

The Christmas market takes place around the thousand-year-old Abenberg Castle, whose silhouette framed by lights is visible far into the country. The highlight of the supporting programme is the annual visit of the Original Nuremberg Christmas Child.

Coburg Christmas Market: Christmas magic and aroma of baked apple

In December, the market square in Coburg's old town is transformed into a glowing city of stalls, a kind of pre-Christmas oasis that is open daily until December 23. Most of the stalls offer regional products.

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Advent Market with Handicrafts

Romantic Advent market in the historical town centre of Cadolzburg, supplemented by an artisan market in the atmospheric backdrop of the outer castle courtyard of the Hohenzollern Fortress Cadolzburg.

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Christmas Market / Crib Exhibition

Market, Sunday shopping, music, crib exhibitions.

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Christmas Market "Christmas by the River"

Christmas market on the Neckar River. With an attractive supporting programme, handicraft and culinary offers and music. Special attraction is the ship "Europa" of the white fleet which stays temporarily at the dock.

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Kronacher Christmas at the Rose Tower

Around the Rose Tower, on Marienplatz and in the moat, the smell of mulled wine, festively decorated huts and a varied supporting programme enchant the many visitors.

On all four Advent weekends Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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Christmas Market Kirchberg

Each year on the 2nd Advent weekend the Christmas Market in the old town of Kirchberg takes place - within the town walls, in the palace courtyard and on the streets. In front of the backdrop of Kirchberg Palace about 90 market stands and offer goods and delicacies.

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Heiligenstadt: Christmas Market

Christmas Market at the marketplace and in the pedestrian zone.

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Christmas Market Waldenburg

The charming Old Town is the setting for the romantic Christmas market with over 40 lovingly decorated market stands. Friends from the partner town Sierck-les-Bains/France and from the towns Waldenburg/Switzerland and Waldenburg/Saxony please the visitors with regional delicacies. In the town hall the basket maker and the coupler present their skills and their handcrafted works. Further information (only in German)

Christmas Market Langenzenn

The entire Old Town of Langenzenn smells like roasted almonds, gingerbread and mulled wine in all variations. Small, festively decorated and illuminated stalls line the streets. A reflective and pre-Christmassy framework programme provides a pleasant stay. Besides that the numerous light chains around the marketplace create a magical atmosphere. In front of the historical backdrop you will be able to snugly stroll across the market.

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