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During the year, the city residents celebrate a lot of interesting holidays, each of which is associated with remarkable traditions and customs. Some holidays are family so they are traditionally celebrated in a family environment. On the contrary, other celebrations go hand in hand with street festivities. One of the main holidays is New Year. Traditionally, it is not celebrated at home. On New Year's Eve, all the locals go out to meet their relatives and friends, watch fireworks, and take part in loud night festivities.
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1. In the city, there is a big railway station. It regularly accommodates trains from different German cities. At the station, tourists can find detailed maps and booklets providing … Open
It is also interesting to visit Monchengladbach on Christmas and New Year's Eve when traditional fairs and entertainment events take place. In the main city square and streets, there are colorful market stalls where you can buy interesting souvenirs, New Year decorations, and the most popular specialties and sweets.
The last day of Christmas holidays is marked by a symbolic holiday named Heilige Drei Könige, or Three Kings' Day. On this day, festive parades take place in the streets. Their participants wear beautiful historical costumes. The parade is led by Three Kings who shower spectators with candies and other sweets. Such an unusual rite is performed in commemoration of three magi who brought the news of Christ´s appearance. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The locals pay much attention to important religious holidays. Their traditions are aged many hundred years. Interesting entertainments and carnivals are annually held before the Lent. It always follows the carnival week. For seven days, colorful parades and street performances are daily held. The entertainment program implies activities for children too. They can enjoy theatrical performances and competitions, as well as attend master classes in cooking and traditional crafts. As the carnival week is followed by the Lent, it always goes hand in hand with gastronomic entertainments. In the city streets, there are cafes where you can taste popular dishes. At fairs, you can buy the best regional delicacies.
For many years, agriculture has been one of the main locals’ means of subsistence. To placate natural elements, the locals celebrate a lot of beautiful holidays. The brightest reminder of past traditions is Maifest. It is traditionally celebrated in May, at the beginning of the agricultural season. To make the season fertile, the locals take part in colorful parades, dance, and perform symbolic rites. Some traditions are still observed. On the festive day, the May pole, the main symbol of the holiday, is installed and the locals dance around it. Then, the queen of the festival is chosen. The queen symbolizes an ancient fertility goddess. Such beautiful holidays were celebrated even in pre-Christian times.
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The people in Monchengladbach respect their historical traditions. Such traditions are reflected in beautiful festivals but accept some contemporary trends. The locals love sport, football in particular. In the city, there is a football club, Borussia, that has been one of the strongest clubs in Germany for several decades. When walking around the city, you can see a lot of symbolic monuments dedicated to football. Some of them depict famous football players. The local football club has quite an unusual symbol, foal Junter. You can see its picture everywhere. Monchengladbach is the home of many famous football players, so football fans can take interesting themed tours here.
As for other interesting features of the city, its achievements in the sphere of textile industry should be mentioned. Now, several big textile factories produce high-quality clothes. Some factories are open to visitors but city guests usually prefer to visit shops where they can buy elite textiles at attractive prices. The visitors of Monchengladbach have a lot of opportunities to get acquainted with the locals’ traditions. Beautiful festivals held during the year, interesting themed tours, and sports events are just some of the ways to participate in the local people’s cultural life.
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Monchengladbach
♥   Münster-Basilika St. Vitus, Mönchengladbach, 0.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Münster-Basilika St. Quirin, Neuss, 18.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika St. Suitbertus, Düsseldorf, 23.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika St. Lambertus, Düsseldorf, 23.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika St. Margareta, Düsseldorf-Gerresheim, 30.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basiliek van de H.H. Wiro, Plechelmus en Otgerus, Sint-Odiliënberg, 30.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Sint Christoffelkathedraal, Roermond, 31.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Monchengladbach
♥   Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 47.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 47.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 49.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces' , 53 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Bleijenbeek Castle' , 55.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castle Blomendal' , 55.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 56.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Monchengladbach

Dusseldorf
The opening of the festival is known one of the most important moments of the event. The date and time of the opening have stayed the same through centuries - November 11, at 11 hours and 11 minutes. For several days the life of the city changes dramatically. All shops and government offices close, office workers and strict bosses change their business suits for fancy dresses ... Open »
Venlo
Rock and metal fans also have a suitable event to enjoy. Blierock Festival has taken place in the city for more than a decade. It is a relatively short festival that lasts only one day while Summerpark, for instance, is four days long. However, that makes the rock festival even more intense and exciting to attend. Rock and metal bands from different parts of Europe ... Open »
Duisburg
Platzhirsch Festival is one more famous event in the city. It usually takes place in different locations in Duisburg, but Dellplatz is usually the epicenter of all celebrations. The festival’s program is usually quite large and diversified, and it includes literature readings, theatrical performances, and dancing shows. Attendees of this event should be prepared for various ... Open »
Oberhausen
However, in recent years, some traditions of its celebration have changed. Oberhausen residents are no longer so eager to spend the holiday at home, in a family circle. Many of them go to nearby ski resorts for the Christmas holidays. The New Year is celebrated in an easier way. On a festive night, almost all citizens go out into the streets to admire beautiful illumination ... Open »
Leverkusen
They are always happy to welcome guests and are actively interested in the cultures of other counties, demonstrating their own historical traditions in the most exciting and attractive way. Large factories, the main city-forming elements, continue to work near the venues and historic areas where beautiful holidays are held. Leverkusen is a vivid example of a city whose ... Open »
Kerkrade
Among the most interesting habits worthy of highlighting is the love for beer, which is considered the main national drink. Today dozens of beer varieties are brewed in the Netherlands. Small beer restaurants and bars can be found in absolutely any Dutch city. In Kerkrade, restaurants of this kind are among the most beloved by locals. Visiting a beer restaurant remains a very ... Open »
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Monchengladbach. Learn the best periods to visit Monchengladbach to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Monchengladbach.
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