Traditions

In Füssen and the Allgäu region

In Füssen and the Allgäu, tradition and customs are kept alive and proudly lived. Whether it's festive costume parades, traditional craftsmanship or living customs at cattle drives and local festivals - the region is rich in cultural heritage. Here you can experience old traditions up close and learn more about the history and way of life of the Allgäu people. Be enchanted by the originality and diversity of regional customs and immerse yourself in the authentic Allgäu!

Allgäu Heimatwerk

The Allgäu Heimatwerk plays a central role in preserving and promoting regional traditions and craftsmanship. Traditional costumes, artistic embroidery and handmade everyday objects are produced here with great attention to detail using traditional techniques. The Heimatwerk is an important place for preserving the cultural roots of the Allgäu and keeping them alive. Visitors have the opportunity to discover authentic craftsmanship, attend courses and gain an insight into the rich traditions and customs of the region.

You can find the Allgäu Heimatwerk in Füssen at Drehergasse 40 ½.

Customs in the Allgäu

Festivals, fire and traditional costumes

Allgäu traditions from bonfires to the cattle drive

Viehscheid
Magnificently decorated animals are driven back into the valleys at the beginning of fall.
Spark fire
The bonfires take place in Bad Faulenbach and Hopfen am See in February/March.
Colomans Festival
In October, a procession with decorated horses and traditional costume groups takes place in honor of St. Coloman.
Enclosure drive
At the Füssen St. Nicholas market as well as at festivals in neighboring regions, you can experience the hustle and bustle of St. Nicholas.

Music and costume clubs

The club culture in Füssen and the Allgäu is an integral part of social life and contributes significantly to the preservation of regional traditions. In addition to the Harmonie Füssen e.V. music band, the Weißensee band and the Hopfen am See band, there is also the D'Neuschwanstoaner Stamm mountain costume and heritage association, the Almrausch traditional costume and heritage association and the Burg Hopfen traditional costume association.

All events in and around Füssen

Here you will find all the latest events and highlights - including those relating to tradition and customs.
Have fun browsing and experiencing!

Leaflets and flyers

View, download or order brochures, local maps and leaflets.

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