Wimpfen Valley Market

The Wimpfen Valley Market—a traditional folk festival with rides, stalls, festival beer, and tasty treats—offers six days of fun for the whole family! #### **A big festival with a long tradition – the Wimpfen Valley Market** Every year, the Wimpfen Valley Market invites visitors to a six-day folk festival full of entertainment, enjoyment, and tradition. There's something for young and old alike: fast-paced rides, nostalgic carousels, exciting games of skill, and colorful raffle booths ensure exuberant fun. Of course, the culinary classics are also a must – from hearty bratwurst and freshly tapped festival beer to sweet treats such as cotton candy, roasted almonds, and gingerbread hearts, there is something for every taste. In addition to the attractions of the amusement park, it is worth visiting the famous Krämermarkt. It is one of the largest of its kind in Germany and attracts visitors with a diverse range of products on offer. Here, visitors will find everything their hearts desire, from handmade goods and textiles to household items. **The Wimpfen Valley Market is being celebrated for the 1060th time this year** and combines tradition with modern entertainment. It is a festival for the whole family that creates unforgettable moments year after year. **Historical background** The Bad Wimpfen Valley Market is considered one of the oldest markets in Germany. More than 1,000 years ago, the pilgrimage to the patron saint's festival around the St. Peter's Collegiate Church in Bad Wimpfen gave rise to today's Valley Market.