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DEUTSCHES WEINLESEFEST
SEP. 27 – OCT. 14, CITY CENTER, NEUSTADT/WEINSTRASSE
As soon as the festive season in Bad Dürkheim is over, the next major event about the liquid gold begins in Neustadt. From late September to mid-October, the German Wine Harvest Festival offers you two very special highlights in addition to the large fair and the w.i.n.e.FESTival. Every year, the election of the German Wine Queen traditionally takes place. At the end of the celebrations, numerous traditional and marching groups as well as spectacular floats parade through the city on Oct. 13, Sunday afternoon, forming the largest wine parade in all of Germany! There will be special trains from Kaiserslautern to Neustadt, hop on and enjoy the ride!
FARMERS’ MARKET IN SCHNECKENHAUSEN
SEP. 29, 10 A.M.–6 P.M., SCHNECKENHAUSEN/OTTERBERG
Enjoy regional diversity and craftsmanship! Schneckenhausen, a typical village in the “Old World”, opens its doors every year for a picturesque farmers’ market. With over 70 lovingly designed stalls presenting a wide range of regional products, jewelry and decorative items, liqueurs, wines and organic honey, the farmers’ market has become a highlight in the region’s calendar of events. The farmers’ market in Schneckenhausen offers more than just shopping opportunities – it is a feast for the senses. Visitors are greeted by an abundance of fresh produce from the region, from crusty bread and fragrant cheeses to fresh vegetables and juicy fruit. The stalls are filled with carefully selected goods that reflect the quality and diversity of local agriculture.
TIME TRAVEL TOUR IN ENGLISH
SEP. 29/OCT. 14, 2:30 P.M./4:30 P.M., TOWN CENTER, OTTERBERG
Time Travel” tour is a unique experience that takes participants deep into the past and allows them to experience history in a completely new and unexpected way. Don’t miss out on the last two dates this year and let yourself be inspired by this fascinating journey through time! TimeTravel – experience history with all your senses. Bookable online at https://www.otterbach-otterberg.de/tourismus/
Individual appointments can be arranged for groups of 9 to max. 12, for further information and special dates call the administration at 06301/607.
ROTWEINFEST INGELHEIM (RED WINE FEST)
SEP. 28 – OCT. 6, CITY CENTER, INGELHEIM/RHEIN
The small town of Ingelheim, whose red wine festival in the historic ambience of the illuminated castle church is one of the most beautiful wine festivals in Rheinhessen is just a hop and a skip from Mainz. Towards the end of September, Ingelheim winemakers present the best wines of the vintage within the wall ring of the medieval complex over a total of 9 days. There will be live music on four stages, fast-paced action on rides and culinary delights at various stands. As every year, the highlight of the festivities is the mayor’s Burgundy wine tasting, where you will be served 15 selected wines from the Burgundy family in the festival tent with perfectly coordinated dishes – a true feast for all the senses!
OKTOBERFEST
UNTIL OCT. 6, THERESIENWIESE, MUNICH
The world’s largest beer fest is scheduled to start with the parade of the brewery horses and tapping of the keg on Sat. 16. Large tents with music and Bavarian Händl (rotary chicken), a multitude of exciting rides, vendors, food, drinks and sweets invite international guests to 17 days of lively Bavarian spirit. Local tour operators also offer tour packages to the event.
DAY OF GERMAN REUNIFICATION
OCT. 3 – GERMAN NATIONAL HOLIDAY
Thursday, Oct 3, marks the 34th anniversary of German reunification. All stores and public offices will be closed to observe the holiday.
GIEH ROFF OFF DAT HÄISJE (CULINARY HIKE)
OCT. 3, 11 A.M. TO EVENING, ZELL/MOSELLE
This year, the popular hiking event “Gieh roff of dat Häisje” will once again take place in the vineyard above the town of Zell. Hike on the Collis circular trail via Collis to Lönshöhe or on the “Zeller Schwarze Katz” theme trail (Karpertchenweg) to Rommeneyweg or directly on the Collissteig up to Collis. You will come across “Häisje” everywhere, where you can enjoy selected wines from the “Zeller Schwarze Katz” and be served various delicacies. Start and end your hike in the wine lounge on the market square by the “Zeller Schwarze Katz” fountain with a glass of sparkling wine or Riesling wine from the “Zeller Schwarzen Katz”. Guests are advised to park in the designated parking spaces on the banks of the Moselle and not on the vineyard paths! Many winegrowers are already harvesting grapes! The hosts await you from 11:00 a.m. Enjoy the wonderful view of the lovely Moselle valley and let your soul unwind!
KESCHDEFESCHD (CHESTNUT FESTIVAL)
OCT. 5-6, ANNWEILER/TRIFELS
Chestnuts, chestnuts and even more chestnuts! The Keschdefeschd is a must-see and taste for all fans of the fruit and go nuts! Local vendors will offer dishes and products from and with chestnuts, such as sweet and savory variations, chestnut cream, chestnut liqueur, chestnut honey, chestnut flatbread, chestnut mustard and chestnut bread. And, if that’s not nutty enough, march up the hill to visit Trifels Castle, where English King Richard the Lion Heart was held captive in the late 12th century.
DISCOVERY TOUR IN ENGLISH
OCT. 5, 11:15 A.M., CASIMIR SAAL (CITY HALL), KAISERSLAUTERN
The guided tour includes a visit inside the Casimir Saal, located just below the City Hall. It is approximately 1.5 hours and leads through the underground illuminated tunnel with information and sound effects about the history of Kaiserslautern. The meeting point is the Tourist Information Office, next to Fruchthalle. Bookings are required at 0631 – 365 – 4019 or per email: touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de
HOMBURG FLEA AND ANTIQUES MARKET
OCT. 12, 8 A.M.–4 P.M., FORUM/LANDRATSAMT, HOMBURG
The biggest flea market in southwest Germany, always takes place on the first Saturday of the month. The flea market was launched in 1975 and has developed into the largest in southwest Germany. Traders and customers find opportunities to sell and buy goods from January to November. The flea market has become the top address for customers from France, Luxembourg and Belgium, and all this makes the flea market a tourist attraction. Further dates: Nov. 2, Dec. 7 (Christmas Flea Market)
OKTOBERKERWE
OCT. 18–28, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN
Visit the largest fair in the region and enjoy turbulent rides and live music in several tents. Food, beverages, games, sweets and fun for the whole family. Wednesday is family day with reduced prices, shops are open for Sunday shopping on Oct. 20. The fair will end with fireworks on Monday, Oct. 28 at about 9:30 p.m.
