Metzingen celebrates the largest Maultaschen festival in Germany!

Metzingen celebrates the largest Maultaschen festival in Germany!

When the largest dumpling celebration in Germany takes place in Metzingen next weekend, lovers of Swabian dumplings can look forward to an exciting experience. Under the motto “Maultaschen-Fäschdival”, the festival will take place in the city center on June 21st and 22nd, 2025, and the anticipation is already great. Over 150 types of Maultaschen are offered at almost 50 stands and in local restaurants - a real feast for the senses!

Not only the classic Maultaschen await visitors, but also numerous creative variations. Whether vegan, vegetarian, rolled or folded – there is something for every taste. A highlight are certainly the extraordinary combinations such as Maultaschen ice cream, Maultaschen gin and very special sweet versions with marzipan or chocolate. There are also international dumplings such as Mongolian dumplings and Indian samosas, which round off the offering. The initiator of the festival, Hans-Peter Schwarz from the marketing agency schwarz und gehilfen, has shown a real ingenuity and put together a festive “culinary rendezvous” that will certainly not disappoint any gourmet. star reports that the event is intended for the whole family.

A supporting program for young and old

But the Maultaschen Festival in Metzingen doesn't just have a lot to offer in terms of cuisine. On Saturday and Sunday, starting at 11 a.m., the city center becomes a festive stage. In addition to the exciting types of Maultaschen, visitors can look forward to live music, a theater and a children's mini train. The activities also include dumpling cooking courses, where participants learn to make the delicious dumplings themselves under professional guidance. The supporting program also offers tastings, competitions and lots of culinary accessories. Maultaschen recipes and spices are also available. Every hobby cook will surely find what they are looking for here! Metzingen provides information about all promotions and participating stores on its website.

The city of Metzingen, known for its outlet city and with around 23,000 inhabitants, is transformed into a gourmet paradise over the weekend. A colorful hustle and bustle and the happy laughter of the visitors are guaranteed - a very welcome change after the last few years. The Maultaschen comedy cooking event will definitely make you smile and underline the hearty atmosphere.

A pleasure for the senses

Maultaschen, the Swabian answer to Italian ravioli, are much more than just a simple dish. Whether in broth, roasted or in a burger – the variety that Metzingen presents at the festival will delight both lovers of traditional cuisine and brave new cooks. This means that the Maultaschen Festival in Metzingen will not only be a culinary delight, but also a cultural experience that creates memories and strengthens connections. So if you don't have anything planned this weekend, you should definitely plan a trip to the picturesque city!

Further information and details about the festival can be found on the official website maultaschenfestival.de. There you will find everything you need to know about the opening times and the many delicacies!