Was ist los in Franken? Feb. 5, 2020

By Bianca Sowders (IMCOM)February 13, 2020

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ANSBACH, Germany (Feb. 5, 2020) -- "Was ist los in Franken?" details off-post community events and activities occurring throughout the Franconian region.

Fasching, Fastnacht & Karneval -- The fifth season is upon us

The Fasching or carnival season is also known as the "fifth season" in Germany. It is a time when Germans loosen up a little, dress up in funny costumes and party for days at a time. Read more about local carnival traditions at https://ansbachhometownherald.com/fasching-fastnacht-karneval-fifth-season-upon-us/

Fasching parade in Wolframs-Eschenbach

A carnival parade takes place in Wolframs-Eschenbach Feb. 16, starting at Steingrubenweg towards the downtown area at 2 p.m. A party follows at a local restaurant. To learn more, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/767179967132236

Fasching parade and party in Spalt

The town of Spalt is hosting a Fasching parade and party on crazy Thursday, Feb. 20, starting at 8:20 p.m. Party goers have an opportunity to hop on a shuttle bus at several locations (see Facebook post), and ride the bus back in the wee hours of the morning (pre-registration required!); bus ride and admission price can be paid cash on the bus. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/2536063259825921

Fasching Parade in Mitteleschenbach

Considered the largest of its kind in West Middle Franconia, the town's Fasching parade takes place on Sunday, Feb. 23 in Mitteleschenbach, starting at 2 p.m. Many groups with decorated wagons, marching groups and bands are expected in this traditional event. To learn more, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/475015423394974/

Nürnberg Fasching parade

The Nürnberg Fasching parade, the oldest of its kind in the world, leads 49 decorated wagons and more than 3000 participants through the city on Sunday, Feb. 23, beginning at 1 p.m. The route takes the parade from Am Stadtpark to Pirckheimerstrasse, Bayreuther Strasse, Rathenauplatz, Laufer Tor, Innere Laufer Gasse, Theresienplatz, Obstmarkt, Museumsbrücke, Königstrasse, Kaiserstrasse, Josephsplatz and finally Vordere Ledergasse. The best strategy to watch the parade is to pick a spot along the route and wait for the fun to come to you. For more details, go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2418562485062052/

Second Hand Bazaars for Parents

Parents are cleaning out the closets of their ever-growing offspring and take it to numerous "Kinderbasars" or "Baby-Basars" happening in the area. Look for posters or flyers in your community advertising the bazaars for second hand clothing, toys and equipment; usually they take place on a Saturday afternoon in the local church annex, school or community center.

Wochenmarkt Ansbach

The Wochenmarkt Ansbach is a typical German market featuring fresh goods like vegetables, flowers, meats, home-made noodles or ice cream, fresh-baked bread, cheeses and other dairy products. The vendors are often farmers from the area, who sell their own products. They set up their carts and stands on Martin-Luther-Platz twice a week, Wednesday and Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (except German holidays).

Volksmarch Hiking Days

Volksmarches or "Internationale Wandertage" are a form of non-competitive physical fitness training, which takes the participants through some of the most beautiful landscapes in Germany. The walking distance varies from 5 to 10 or 20 kilometer routes on scenic trails through forests, along rivers and lakes or around historic sites. There is no set start time, but a window of time for hikers to start the route, and finish it at their own pace. Trails are typically marked well along the way. Many trails are stroller-friendly and provide great opportunity to explore the countryside. After the walk the local hiking clubs usually offer food and drink in a hall or tent, sometimes even at a half-way point. Avid hikers can get a hiking passport stamped each place they participate, and many clubs reward their visitors with a small token. To find local hikes, visit https://www.dvv-wandern.de/regionales-angebot/franken.html

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The information on local host nation events is provided through the auspices of the USAG Ansbach Public Affairs Office (PAO). All details provided are for informational purposes only and are a representation of typical events conducted in the local community. The PAO grants no element of exclusivity to any outside agency or business and any reference to commercial or retail activities implies no endorsement or recommendation by the U. S. Army or its agencies. Participation in any event or activity described herein is strictly voluntary and should be done so only after careful advisement and consideration of the safety and security environment at each specific location.

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Ansbach Community Relations - Events and activities off-post

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