640. Spring Fair: Regional Variety and Craftsmanship in Landshut
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Landshut Spring Fair: Kick-off with Market Scent, Music, and Regional Delicacies
When the lights come on at Grieserwiese, the 640th Spring Fair begins in Landshut. On the opening evening, festive atmosphere meets sales fair: amusement rides, two large festival tents, market stalls with everyday goods and culinary classics create a lively shopping experience with regional variety.
Tradition that you can feel
The Spring Fair has roots dating back to the 14th century and is one of the defining fairs of the city. As an amusement and sales fair, it unites artisans, showmen, and market traders. Typical features include festival tents, beer gardens, and rows of stalls selling household goods, textiles, sweets, and seasonal items.
Market atmosphere at Grieserwiese
Between Isarblick and the city center, there is a large amusement area and the sales fair waiting. Among the exhibitors, there are cheese stalls, fish specialties, almonds, churros, Baumstriezel, pizza, gyros, and the Ferris wheel, Break Dance, or Music Express. The mix of direct marketers, gastronomic businesses, and showmen creates colors, scents, and craftsmanship as known from Bavarian fairs.
Opening Hours and Schedule
Opening on Friday at 17:00. Amusement fair: Fri and Sat 13:00–23:30, Sun and Mon 13:00–22:00, Tue to Thu 13:00–23:00. Sales fair: Fri and Sat 11:00–21:00, Sun to Thu 11:00–20:00. The festival tents open already for lunch.
Arrival, Parking, Accessibility
Address for GPS: Wittstraße 13 A, 84036 Landshut. Visitor parking is available directly at the festival grounds, plus parking garages in the city center and Park & Ride from the tax authorities with shuttle service. Public transport: City bus connection via the stops Grieserwiese and Ländtorplatz; about 20 minutes on foot or by bus from the main train station. Accessible entrances to the festival tents, disabled parking, and disabled toilets are available on-site for people with disabilities; selected program items will be accompanied in sign language.
Weather and Tips
The area is mostly outdoors, festival tents provide weather protection. Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and sufficient cash are recommended; some stalls accept card payments, acceptance varies by vendor.
Conclusion
The 640th Spring Fair promises pure market atmosphere: regional delicacies, fun rides, sales stands, and Bavarian hospitality. Come to the kick-off at Grieserwiese and experience craftsmanship, enjoyment, and conviviality in Landshut.
