Bonfire Hall. Medieval festival
The ‘Freudenfeuer’ were the historical precursors to today’s town festivals. They were festivities more or less organised by the town to mark special occasions. These actually involved fires in a wooden barrel, usually on the Upper Town Square. On these occasions, music was played and people danced. Wine was served and sweets were handed out. Around 1500, the latter was still something of a rarity.
Tent camps, historical techniques and delicacies from times gone by
The "bonfires" were the historical forerunners of today's town festivals. These were festivities more or less decreed by the town on special occasions. They actually involved a fire in a wooden barrel, usually in the upper town square. On this occasion, music was played and there was exuberant dancing. Wine was served and confectionery was served. In the 1500s, the latter was still a specialty.
Tent camps, historical techniques and delicacies from times gone by
In addition to the "bonfires" on the Upper Town Square, the three-day event in Hall offers much more: at the tent camp in the Abbey Gardens, various groups of performers recreate everyday life in their authentically constructed tents. They wear costumes and use objects from the period. From 10:00 - 22:00, interested visitors can look around, find out more and marvel at the demonstrations.
A special program has been developed for children. Among other things, they can experience the Middle Ages through the eyes of children in this historical period. Music and dance were very important back then and will also be at the festival: Medieval music groups perform on the stages at the various events. They also make music throughout the old town.
An authentic market is a must in the historic market town of Hall. Goods from today and the past are offered for sale at the market stalls. Craftsmen demonstrate their skills using historical techniques. The best marksman will be sought at the historical shooting range for crossbow shooting. The prize is a yearly traveling shooting chain.
The highlight of the festival is the bonfire. The fire will blaze in a barrel on the upper town square, just like in days gone by. There will be music and dancing around the fire. Together with the dance groups, every guest can then dare to dance around the "Haller Freudenfeuer".
Program 2024
To be announced
