Frühlingsfest

GREAT to see the Koch name representing ;)

Another first for me happened this last weekend. We went to Frühlingsfest (Spring Fest) in Stuttgart. I had no Idea what to expect. I thought it would mainly be beer tents and food, but I was mistaken. I have never been to anything quite like it. Men, Women and Kids all dressed up in there Lederhosen or Dirndls. It is the first time I was able to see everyone dressed like that. I loved it. Of course some are able to pull the outfits off better then others, but anyone who dares dress in them gets an A+ in my book. I was not ready to stroll around in a Dirndl, so I wore jeans & a t-shirt. Maybe the last year I am here. Many people don't dress up, but MANY do. This festival in Bad Canstatt, Germany is the largest spring festival in Europe. I feel very lucky to live only a few miles away from it.   It is unbelievable what they are able to set up in a couple of weeks time. Here are some of the rides & places to eat.

Rollenblitz Kasse

Some of these rides go in a full circle around. WOW they looked like fun :)

Looked like a haunted house 

Zak is Dying to get on the swings ;)

LOVED the Decorations of this ride / house

LOVE!

Awesome Ferris Wheel and Treats

Anyone want some yummy corn?

Wild Mouse

If the Video works, sorry about the camera. It was  not taking very good film :) This was just outside one of the rides. 

Moving onto the places Zak was excited about seeing ;) The Beer Tents. 

This one was neat with the mug in the top right corner.

Just walking in the tent you could feel the excitement, and feel the HEAT.

The fun inside the tents :)

Hofbräu Festbier

We are going to try to find some tickets and go once more during the night time and enjoy the lights and festival fun when its not as hot out. You don't need tickets during the day time so don't sweat it if you want to go during the day. It was Free to get in. You would just pay for the rides or food you wanted to try. Thanks for reading, and make sure to come to this if you visit Germany in April/May. 

Whats your favorite food or ride at carnivals?  OH next post will be about Giveaway I am doing next week. So stay tuned and follow me on all my sites to keep updated. 

MUCH LOVE,

                Brianna KOCH

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Fasching German Style

What is Fasching? Well before moving to Germany I had never heard of this. So I thought I would try to get the word out, because it just might be worth the trip. Fastnacht / Fasching comes from the word 'fasting'. It starts a week before Ash wednesday when the 40 day of Lent begins. Here in Germany they use this time to celebrate, eat, drink, dance, and be happy. They want to be able to enjoy themselves to the fullest before lent begins.                                            

 Zak and I decided to go to the Fasching parade in Weil-der-Stadt, 
Germany. We heard all great things about this place. When we first arrived and started walking into town you got a sense of community spirit & pride. We got there 2 hours early, because I hate being late or missing things. We grabbed some pizza, explored the area and got in line because things started getting busy. 

It was time 

for the celebrations to begin. Push beer & alcohol bars started cruising the parade route, and the donut stand opened up next to us so I couldn't resist trying those. People are eating, drinking, singing and visiting with family and friends in the streets and you can feel the happiness coming off of everyone. I wasn't sure what to expect, but this parade just blew my mind. Just check out the pictures and you will understand.

Yes that is a pine tree of sorts on top of my head 

These masks are just amazing!

After seeing this guy on the left, I wasn't sure if I would live to see another day ;)

A fish eating Witch

Witches hanging from the tractor

Awesome train!

See what Obama is holding and You can guess what
this is about.....  (America is listening)
LOL it was funny.

Just check out the EARS

I LOVE MR. BEAN :) :)

Looks like I am in TROUBLE!

They would literally grab people and run with them down the street. Or jump in buildings/homes as you can see in this picture..... I would have freaked out if it happened to me.

Happy to see this snuggly bear.

Well we have come to the end. We had an amazing time, and plan to go to more of the events next year during Fasching and I will be sure to report about it. Thanks for looking and make sure to subscribe by bloglovin', or email so I can keep you updated and continue doing what I love. Also you can find me on all the links below as well.. 

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Brianna






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