Historical festivals
Imperial festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber from 6th to 8th September 2013 »
Experience the unique atmosphere of Rothenburg ob der Tauber during the “Imperial City Festival” (Sep 6- 8, 2013). The entire history of the town will be brought alive by approximately a thousand participants; each group represents a certain period or a special profession of past days.
Historical Festival Play "The Master Draught" in Rothenburg from 17 to 20 May 2013 »
Everyone, young and old, is familiar with the story of brave Mayor Nusch, who, with his legendary "Master Draught" saved the town from destruction and the councillors from the death sentence. Every Whitsun this event is recreated when hundreds of citizens dress up in period costume.
Frundsberg Festival Mindelheim 2012 - A town reliving its medieval past »
The Frundsberg Festival - every three years (25. 06 - 05.07.2015) the people of Mindelheim commemorate a great family, who took over the town and dominion of Mindelheim in 1467.
“Landshut Wedding 1475” from 28th July to 21st July 2013 »
The former capital of Bavaria makes history come alive: From the 28th of June to the 21st of July 2013 far more than 2000 citizens revive with enthusiasm the whole splendour of the late Middle Ages wearing costumes tailored true to the original.
Tänzelfest - historical festival in Kaufbeuren from 11th to 22nd July 2013 »
Kaufbeuren is entirely taken over by the Tänzelfest festivities. This Children's Festival, supposedly founded by Emperor Maximilian I, Germany's last knight, during his official visit to Kaufbeuren in 1497, is the oldest of its kind in Bavaria.
Kinderzeche Dinkelsbühl - historic festival 13th to 22nd July 2012 »
For the past 100 years or so Dinkelsbühl has celebrated its delivery with a festival where the whole story is performed again. Even today the city continues to show its grateful appreciation for their help by giving coloured bags of sweets to all the children taking part in the procession.
Drachenstich-Festspiele (Slaying of the Dragon) in Furth im Wald »
The Drachenstich (or Slaying of the Dragon) is a traditional folk spectacle held in Furth, Bavarian Forest from 2nd until 18th August 2013.
