The oldest fair in Saxony takes place in the municipality of Lorenzkirch at the beginning of August. A colourful mixture of folk festival and market awaits visitors. A variety of different traders offer goods for everyday needs and unusual items. Here

The funfair takes place in the centre on the Grote Markt.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Goes railway station (800 metres away)

- by bus - bus stop Westwal (Centrum)

By car:

- Venue: Grote Markt

Parking facilities:

- Car park (Oostwal)

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