Significance in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate will be noteworthy
Southwest Germany is gearing up for an exciting August, with a variety of festivals and cultural happenings scheduled throughout the month. Here are some key events to look forward to:
Rhine in Flames Festival in Koblenz on August 9
Prepare for a spectacular display of fireworks along the Rhine River as the Rhine in Flames Festival returns on August 9.
Weindorf Wine Festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber from August 13 to 17
Celebrate regional wine culture with tastings and local food at the Weindorf Wine Festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber from August 13 to 17.
Wine Festival in Cochem from August 28 to September 1
Join the festivities in Cochem for music, a parade, and fireworks on the final Sunday of the Wine Festival.
Bardentreffen Nürnberg World Music Festival from August 1 to 3
Experience diverse world music acts at the Bardentreffen Nürnberg World Music Festival from August 1 to 3.
Klassik Open Air classical concerts and fireworks in Nürnberg on August 9 and July 27
Enjoy free classical concerts and fireworks shows in Luitpoldhain Park on August 9 and July 27.
Nürnberg Fall Folk Festival from August 28 to September 13
Immerse yourself in traditional costumes, rides, and folk culture festivities at the Nürnberg Fall Folk Festival from August 28 to September 13.
Open Air Festivals near Munich
Get ready for a mix of DJs and varied performances at open-air festivals in Eching, Garching, and Munich Beach Resort. These events are easily accessible by public transit.
It's worth noting that the Lidl Deutschland Tour cycling race will take place in Germany during August, but the final stages will be held in eastern and central Germany rather than Southwest Germany proper.
While Berlin Pride and the Museumsuferfest occur in other regions, Southwest Germany offers a vibrant mix of traditional festivals, open-air music, and wine celebrations throughout August 2025.
In other news, the German Football League (DFL) plans to use a RefCam more frequently this season. The Sportschau will air again on Fridays directly in the first channel starting August 22.
For those needing to renew their passports, photos in paper form will still be accepted if the relevant citizens' office is not yet able to implement digital submissions. Starting from August, photos for ID cards or passports can only be submitted digitally.
The new football Bundesliga season starts on August 22, with 1. FSV Mainz 05 playing on August 24. VfB Stuttgart, SC Freiburg, FC Heidenheim, and TSG Hoffenheim all start on August 23.
In other updates, the training year in Rhineland-Palatinate starts on August 18, while in Baden-Württemberg it starts in mid-September. The increased contribution rate was previously not taken into account for statutory pensions.
The NATURE ONE festival will take place mainly in August, with electronic music from July 31 to August 2 on the Pydna rocket base near Kastellaun. The second Rhein in Flames event in Rhineland-Palatinate will take place on August 9 around Fortress Ehrenbreitstein.
The traditional Shepherd's Run takes place from August 22 to 25 in Markgroeningen, open only to shepherds or those from a shepherding family. The increased contribution rate was previously not taken into account for statutory pensions.
The florist, photographer, legal assistant, office manager, and chimney sweep professions have been updated. Two training professions, precious metal tester and pre-polisher, have been integrated into goldsmith and silversmith, and gemstone setter. The updated feed-in remuneration applies only to newly installed systems.
Differences in prices exist depending on the amount of electricity fed in and partial use. The law has been in effect since May 1, 2022, but the transition period has now expired.
Lastly, the Seenachtfest will take place in Konstanz on August 9, an open-air festival on the Lake Constance shore with a large fireworks display. The rate for the first 10 kWp is now 7.87 € for 20 years.
- In addition to the traditional festivals and cultural happenings, sports enthusiasts in Southwest Germany can also look forward to the new football Bundesliga season starting on August 22.
- For those interested in science and general news, the German Football League (DFL) plans to use a RefCam more frequently this season, and the Sportschau will air again on Fridays directly in the first channel starting August 22.
- Health and wellness, as well as crime and justice, can be explored outside of the festivals, with the NATURE ONE festival featuring electronic music from July 31 to August 2 and the second Rhein in Flames event in Rhineland-Palatinate taking place on August 9.
