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Dispute over Kulma Alm: Festival host disappointed with the city's decision!
The festival host Bastian Schuhmann expresses dissatisfaction with the public order office's decision on the Kulma Alm in Kulmbach.
Dispute over Kulma Alm: Festival host disappointed with the city's decision!
What to do if the mood at the Christmas market on the Kulmbach market square is a little gloomy? This time the popular “Kulma Alm” will not be quite as cheerful as festival host Bastian Schuhmann had hoped. Loud Frankenpost there is dissatisfaction with the decisions of the public order office. While the “Kulma Alm” opens its doors on the market square from November 13th to January 6th, the serving time has only been extended by 30 minutes. “That’s not enough,” said Schuhmann, who had wished for more music times that were not fulfilled.
Mayor Ingo Lehmann also commented on the topic in a conversation. An opening during this pre-Christmas period is a significant event for many. The “Kulma Alm” in particular is known for its convivial atmosphere and the special selection of cocktails such as HOT Lillet and HOT Aperol, which were offered until 10:30 p.m. last year. Last year, live DJs and atmospheric parties thrilled visitors, not least through the partnership with Radio Plassenburg, which will be continued this year.
Anticipation and mood
As the official website of the “Kulma Alm” confirms, there have already been numerous preparations for the coming weeks. Weekly parties will be on the program from November 16th to January 7th, initially with a pre-opening that gives hope for positive feedback. The market square is then transformed into a festive backdrop, which began on November 6th with the construction of the alpine pasture.
But it’s not just the “Kulma Alm” that attracts Cologne residents and visitors from the surrounding area. The Christmas market in Kulmbach takes place on the first weekend of Advent, from November 28th to 30th, 2025, and attracts visitors with the motto “Advent meets art”. Here you can look forward to handcrafted items, Christmas crafts and decorations and not forgetting the delicious mulled wine specialties. An entertainment program invites visitors to stroll through the historic old town and the hustle and bustle of the market. The Kulmbach event service has once again come up with something special this year to make the winter market an unforgettable experience, as on Christmas market Germany is to be read.
The anticipation is palpable and the offering promises to be a feast for all the senses: from extraordinary handicrafts to sweet treats. You will feel comfortable in the “Kulma Alm” without any problems, even if the excitement surrounding the new regulations may put a damper on the sociability a little. Let's hope that visitors will still actively support the Christmas market and the "Kulma Alm" and that the operators' efforts will pay off.