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Colors of Offenbach - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Sonnenblumenfeld Kaiserlei Offenbach's unique culture and traditions made this city one of the most interesting and distinctive cities in Germany. It was a major leather-making, as well as printing industry center for many years. Despite its rich industrial past, the city has always paid much attention to culture and art development. The bourgeoisie who lived here in the 18th-19th centuries contributed greatly to the cultural and creative component of local life. In many respects, it is thanks to them that Offenbach is now considered one of the most "creative" German cities. More than 900 design studios, numerous art galleries and contemporary art centers operate in the modern European city today.
Cuisine of Offenbach for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
One of the most remarkable places to eat in Offenbach is the Fleischeslust restaurant. The eating house is placed not fat from the city center and specializes in local cuisine dishes. … Open
Such an impressive creative potential is directly reflected in the cultural life of the city. Throughout the year, Offenbach hosts many festivals, art exhibitions, competitions, and other large-scale events attracting foreign guests. In the summer season, the city hosts open-air music festivals one after another. Stages are set up right in city parks where musicians perform in various genres from early morning until late at night. Such events have long become popular enough to attract participants and guests from many countries of the world, so now they represent an amazing mixture of cultures and traditions.
Offenbach residents liked some traditions of distant countries so much that now they are among important components of the local culture. A great example is the Holi Festival Of Colors, which has its roots in India. The tradition to shower each other with colored powder was born in India but was picked up by many European cities. One of the largest and most colorful Holi festivals is held in Offenbach, usually in the first half of July. The main participants in this festival are local students, as well as citizens who are not indifferent to original events and festivals. Besides throwing colored powder, the Holi festival includes interesting musical and sports entertainment. The event is held in the city every few years. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Offenbach - 'must visit' points of interest
The city of Offenbach is known for its nature sights and attractions. Majestic woods are covering almost all the south part of the city. However exciting excursion fans will not get bored in … Open
In summer, the city also hosts interesting family holidays whose main participants are tourists and locals with small kids. At the end of July, they hold the Love Family Park festival, during which entertainment programs are organized for all family members. Music concerts and sports competitions, as well as creative workshops for adults and children, are held within the framework of the festival.
Offenbach Since Offenbach was one of the country's largest printing centers for many years, literature festivals are another important part of city life. In summer, the city hosts open-air literary evenings whose participants can listen to the speeches of famous writers, as well as learn about the latest trends in the world of modern literature. If you can't visit the city during such holidays, be sure to check out some local bookstores, which have become one of the main symbols of Offenbach. Here you can always find the latest literary novelties and gift editions. By the way, local stores sell books in various languages.
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1. The optimum way to pay for goods and services is national currency as most of the establishments just will not accept any other currency of the world. The best way to exchange the … Open
Despite such a rich cultural life and active involvement in modern culture, the city is characterized by a very calm and measured rhythm of life. Strolling through its streets can easily turn into a time journey. Some of the historic buildings on the central streets are almost 300 years old. It is noteworthy that many old buildings and palaces today house design schools and studios where talented young people from all over the world study art.
Among the variety of holidays and festivals taking place in Offenbach regularly, it is worth mentioning the gastronomic ones. Traditional food festivals whose guests can taste the most popular regional dishes and delicacies are held here in August and September. In the fall, it's time to honor the main national drink - beer. There are several historic breweries in the vicinity of the city, which have also become popular tourist attractions. During beer festivals, guests of the city can taste special types of beer, as well as learn about some interesting secrets of making beer and other popular regional drinks.
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Offenbach
♥   Basilika SS. Marcellinus und Petrus, Seligenstadt, 16.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika SS. Peter und Alexander, Aschaffenburg, 30.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Kaiserdom St. Martin von Tours und St. Stephan, Mainz, 37.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika SS. Dionysius und Valentinus, Kiedrich im Rheingau, 49.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Reichsabtei Lorsch, Lorsch, 51.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Dom Ss. Georg und Nikolaus, Limburg an der Lahn, 59.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Kaiserdom-Basilika SS. Peter und Paul, Worms, 59.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Survived castles around Offenbach
♥   Castle 'Kransberg Castle' , 30 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Gustavsburg' , 33.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Burg Frankenstein' , 35 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Festung Mainz' , 35.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Kurfürstliches Schloss Mainz' , 36.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Schloss Biebrich' , 38.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Münzenberg castle' , 39.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Offenbach

Frankfurt am Main
The interesting and diverse cultural calendar is one of Frankfurt’ features; curious travelers will be interested in visiting one of the original national holidays. The main cultural event of the city is the Museumsuferfest; this annual festival is visited by about three million tourists. The festival is held in late August. During the feast all local museums are open until ... Open »
Darmstadt
Despite the fact that locals speak a special dialect, It's quite easy to understand them. As for local cuisine, onion pie and potato salad must be tried. Apple wine is very popular here, and if you taste its local varieties, you'll understand why. It also should be noted that wine is the most popular drink, unlike in other regions of Germany traditionally dominated by beer. ... Open »
Mainz
Streets of the city host many markets during the festival where one can buy attractive souvenirs and craft articles of local craftsmen as well as paintings of ultimate beauty. It should be noted that the Mainz Wine Market festival is not a single event in its kind. Mainz is among the largest wine areas of the world and the city hosts about a dozen of scale events anyhow ... Open »
Mannheim
Every weekend, local residents arrange cleaning on the territory of their houses. If you go for a walk in the early morning, then you can see inhabitants with brooms literally at every house which diligently clean their territory. Such a Saturday cleaning have become a good tradition for citizens and even got a special name – "kervoh". Passing by the houses of local ... Open »
Koblenz
Attending one of the historical holidays, one can learn to shoot a bow and wield a sword, as well as try special dishes that were popular with locals hundreds of years ago. On days of such historical holidays, the castle’s territory turns into a real ancient town. Craft and blacksmiths shops, pottery workshops and weapon forges open, a fair is often organized during the ... Open »
Wurzburg
Besides fantastic music festivals the city hosts a wide number of other interesting celebrations. Late August is the time of the annual wine festival, which lasts until the middle of September. The square in front of the cathedral remains the main location of the large-scale event. Here are organized numerous fair trades and interesting performances. Late September is the time ... Open »
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Offenbach. Learn the best periods to visit Offenbach to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Offenbach.
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