150 Years of the Silheim, Ettlishofen, and Raunertshofen Fire Brigades
Grand Anniversary Celebration of Three Fire Brigades in Bibertal (Günzburg District)
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Three Brigades, One 150-Year History
The grand 150th Anniversary Celebration of the Silheim, Ettlishofen, and Raunertshofen Fire Brigades commemorates an exceptional moment in fire brigade history: On March 12, 1876, the mayors of the three villages – Joseph Jäckle (Ettlishofen), Josef Ott (Silheim), and Georg Holl (Raunertshofen) – jointly founded the Ettlishofen Volunteer Fire Brigade. From this nucleus, three independent brigades later developed, all of which now belong to the municipality of Bibertal in the Günzburg district.
Swabian Club Tradition in the Festival Tent
The anniversary weekend from June 19 to 21, 2026, will be celebrated in classic Swabian style: Festival opening with a beer tapping on Friday evening, an honor night and ceremonial gathering on Saturday, a festive church service, and a grand parade with patron clubs and friendly brigades on Sunday. A brass band will provide the atmosphere in the festival tent – a typical format of Bavarian-Swabian fire brigade traditions, where heritage, camaraderie, and commitment to the community are highly valued.
What Visitors Can Expect
- Festival opening with beer tapping in the festival tent
- Honor night and ceremonial gathering
- Festive church service for the anniversary
- Grand parade of fire brigades and clubs
- Brass music, live entertainment, and festival tent operations
- Swabian-Bavarian specialties from the club kitchen
- Meet-and-greet with the active members of the three brigades and friendly clubs
Bibertal: Three Villages, One Festival Weekend
The municipality of Bibertal combines several districts – including Silheim, Ettlishofen, and Raunertshofen – in the western Günzburg district, directly on the border between Bavarian Swabia and the Ulm region. The area between the Danube and Iller rivers is predominantly agricultural and home to a dense network of clubs and fire brigades. The joint 150th-anniversary celebration in 2026 is an expression of the bond between the three villages, which has grown over generations.
150 Years FF Silheim, Ettlishofen, Raunertshofen — edition 2026
The grand anniversary celebration, 150 Years of the Silheim, Ettlishofen, and Raunertshofen Fire Brigades, will take place from Friday, June 19, to Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Silheim. Three days of festivities will be held in the festival tent, featuring a ceremonial gathering, an honor night, a festive church service, and a grand parade on Sunday. The program follows the classic schedule of a Swabian-Bavarian fire brigade anniversary – beer tapping on Friday, festival evenings on Saturday, and a parade of patron clubs on Sunday.
The historical significance of the date: On March 12, 1876, the then mayors Joseph Jäckle (Ettlishofen), Josef Ott (Silheim), and Georg Holl (Raunertshofen) established the joint Ettlishofen Volunteer Fire Brigade. In 1892, Silheim received permission to form its own brigade with Raunertshofen, and in 1895, Raunertshofen separated again and returned to the Ettlishofen brigade. Today, the three brigades form the backbone of fire protection in the western municipality of Bibertal.
Programme 150 Years FF Silheim, Ettlishofen, Raunertshofen 2026
Friday, June 19, 2026
- Festival opening in the tent
- Beer tapping and first festival evening
Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Honor night / Ceremonial gathering with official ceremony
- Awards for long-serving members
Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Festive church service for the 150th anniversary
- Grand parade of fire brigades, clubs, and patron clubs
- Morning pint and closing festivities in the tent
Highlights 150 Years FF Silheim, Ettlishofen, Raunertshofen 2026
- 150th founding anniversary of three fire brigades
- Ceremonial gathering and honor night
- Parade with patron clubs and friendly fire brigades
- Brass music and Swabian-Bavarian festival tent culture
- Free admission
Prices 150 Years FF Silheim, Ettlishofen, Raunertshofen 2026
Free admission. Food and drinks are paid for in the festival tent. Source: Event calendar of the municipality of Bibertal.
Practical information — 150 Years FF Silheim, Ettlishofen, Raunertshofen
Getting There
Via the A 8 motorway (Burgau exit, approx. 12 km) or the B 16 federal road. Arrive by train in Günzburg, then continue by bus or taxi. Festival parking will be signposted in Silheim.
Admission
Free admission to the festival grounds. Food and drinks can be purchased in the festival tent.
Tip
Current program details can be found on the Bibertal municipality's event calendar (bibertal.de) and on the notice boards in the districts of Silheim, Ettlishofen, and Raunertshofen.
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Festgelände Silheim (Gemeinde Bibertal)