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The Alsfeld Whitsun Market is the largest folk festival in the region and takes place annually over Whitsun (from Friday to Whit Tuesday) on the forecourt of the Alsfeld Town Hall.

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By public transport:

- by train - Alsfeld railway

Numerous attractions for visitors of all ages, sweet treats and hearty food: Twice a year, Rastatt's funfair at the "Zur Friedrichsfeste" fairground is a real highlight. For five days - in spring and autumn - there is everything here to make the heart of