Velmeden celebrates 1250 years: parade inspires despite the weather!

Velmeden celebrates 1250 years: parade inspires despite the weather!

Velmeden, a small but beautiful village in Hesse, recently celebrated its 1250th anniversary. The big parade took place on a Sunday in June 2025 despite initial bad weather forecasts. Ironically, the weather remained warm and dry, adding an extra sparkle to the celebrations. The mood was exuberant and the anticipation among the participants was palpable.

Numerous clubs paraded through the streets in colorful costumes and with creatively designed floats, reminding visitors of the village's interesting history. Particularly outstanding was the “Velm Card Troupe,” which recreated a camp from 1637 and thus commemorated a momentous attack. But the anglers were also present and identified themselves as “fish thieves”, which was celebrated with a cheerful “Happy Birthday” for the community.

Delicacies and entertainment

And what would a celebration be without the right treats? The local and cultural association ensured that the guests could enjoy the traditional “Isenkuchen” with sour cream and puree. The young footballers also did their best and offered refreshing water ice cream, while the “Grimmsteig-Ei” eggnog was very popular.

The parade was accompanied by music from the music association from Kammerforst (Thuringia), which loosened up the atmosphere considerably. The guard dancers from the Fürstenhagen Carneval Club (CCF) also attracted attention and provided another highlight of the day. As part of the festival, vintage car enthusiasts from Hausen were also out and about in their old vehicles, equipped with rakes and wicker baskets - a truly nostalgic sight.

Information and outlook

Those interested can read more details about the festivities and the history of Velmeden on the official website for the event: Hessisch Lichtenau. Such village festivals not only represent tradition and community, they also promote cohesion in the region and give old customs a new face. These experiences make Velmeden a special place that honors its history while living in the here and now.

It was a pleasure for the hna.de team to report on this unique event. The enthusiasm for their own village, shaped by centuries of history, radiated through all participants and visitors, which speaks for an all-round successful festival. Anyone who missed the event can be sure - such highlights are not uncommon in Velmeden and come with a lot of passion and commitment from committed citizens. This is a tradition that should be kept alive.

Like many other villages in Germany, Velmeden also captures the spirit of the times with these festivals. Anyone who values ​​tried-and-tested traditions and a happy community can look forward to the next events - the best often comes last.

If you would like to find out more about the numerous village festivals in Germany, take a look at Village festivals in Germany and get inspired!