living tradition
Customs in the Werdenfelser Land
NEEDS IN GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN
FROM FOSNACHT AND FESTIVAL WEEKS
In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, customs and traditions live on. Highlights include the “Fosnacht”, a colorful carnival with traditional larvae and parades, as well as the cultivation of traditional costume - dirndls and lederhosen are an expression of regional identity.
Throughout the year, the locals celebrate numerous festivals where music, folk dancing and old customs take center stage.
FOSNACHT
CELEBRATE CARNIVAL TRADITIONALLY
Schellenrührer, Goaslschnalzer and many more: around carnival time, Maschkera roam the streets of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The special feature: hand-carved wooden larvae adorn the costume. Traditional “Gungln” are held in the inns and there are carnival parades throughout the town. In the Werdenfelser Land region, carnival events are mainly held on Carnival Thursday and Shrove Tuesday (before Ash Wednesday). Another highlight: the so-called “Schäfflertanz” takes place every 7 years.
GWAND
TRADITIONAL COSTUME IN GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN
Dirndl & lederhosen: In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, traditional costume is much more than just festive clothing - it is an expression of a sense of home and tradition. Interestingly, the two districts have different styles. The differences reflect the historical development and pride of the respective community - and make the traditional costumes in Garmisch-Partenkirchen particularly diverse.
GUIDED TOURS
EXPLORE THE DISTRICTS
From Ludwigstraße to Richard-Strauss-Platz: our guided tours of Garmisch and Partenkirchen show you a different side of the two districts. Stroll through historic alleyways, learn exciting facts about tradition, culture and regional stories. Our guides will show you hidden corners and real highlights - perfect for seeing the town with different eyes!
FESTIVAL WEEKS
GARMISCH UND PARTENKIRCHEN
There is a special highlight every year in July and August: the festival weeks in Garmisch and Partenkirchen. While the festival week in Garmisch at Wittelsbacher Park always takes place at the end of July, the people of Partenkirchen usually celebrate their festival week in August. Both events promise a colorful supporting program, traditional costume parades and dances and plenty of Bavarian tradition.
