Fastnachtszug Holler
Merry Carnival Parade on Carnival Sunday in Holler in the Westerwaldkreis with an after-parade party
About Fastnachtszug Holler
The Fastnachtszug Holler is one of the festive highlights of the carnival season in the Westerwaldkreis. On Carnival Sunday, the small Westerwald community of Holler near Montabaur transforms into a stronghold of Fastnacht (carnival). Colourfully decorated floats, creative walking groups, and music bands parade through the village centre.
In 2026, the parade starts on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the festive time of 2:11 PM. Afterwards, the party tent on the Kirmesplatz (fairground) transforms into a lively party temple: the traditional After-Zoch-Party invites you to continue celebrating with "Helau" calls, music, and cool drinks.
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Carnival Tradition in the Westerwald
The Westerwaldkreis has maintained a vibrant Rhenish carnival tradition for generations. Despite its location away from the well-known carnival strongholds of Cologne and Mainz, a distinct, village-influenced Fastnacht culture has developed in the Westerwald. The carnival clubs are usually deeply rooted in the village community and bring an astonishing amount of volunteer commitment to the streets year after year.
Holler — A Community Enthusiastic About Fastnacht
The municipality of Holler in the Montabaur administrative district is one of those Westerwald villages that cherish their carnival with particular dedication. For weeks, float construction groups work in barns and garages, dance troupes train in the community hall, and clubs like the fire department, sports clubs, and neighbourhood associations plan their contributions to the parade.
The Parade Route
The Fastnachtszug moves along the main street through the village centre. Floats with thematic mottos, often with a wink at local politics or social criticism, alternate with walking groups in elaborate costumes. Fife and drum corps, Guggemusik bands, and carnival bands provide the necessary musical accompaniment. Throwing materials in the form of Kamelle (sweets), Kreppel (doughnuts), promotional items, and toys are generously tossed into the cheering crowd along the roadside.
After-Zoch-Party in the Festival Tent
After the parade, participants and spectators flock to the heated festival tent on the Kirmesplatz. There, the traditional After-Zoch-Party begins: live music or a DJ, popular Cologne-style party classics, and Westerwald carnival hits quickly get the atmosphere boiling. Until the late evening hours, people sing, sway, and dance.
Families Welcome
The Fastnachtszug Holler is explicitly family-friendly. Children in costumes are the secret stars along the roadside, as the float crews particularly like to throw things in their direction. The manageable scale of the village parade ensures a relaxed atmosphere without crowding.
Fastnachtszug Holler — edition 2026
The Fastnachtszug Holler 2026 takes place on Sunday, February 8, at the festive start time of 2:11 PM. Colourful floats, costumed walking groups, and music bands parade through the village centre. Afterwards, the traditional After-Zoch-Party takes place in the festival tent on the Kirmesplatz, ensuring a great atmosphere until late evening.
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in the spring. The structure will follow the proven key points of previous years. The Sunday parade is scheduled to last about two hours, followed by the After-Zoch-Party in the tent.
Programme Fastnachtszug Holler 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in the spring. The structure will follow the proven key points of previous years:
- Sunday, 08.02.2026, from 1:30 PM: Assembly on the outskirts of the village
- 2:11 PM: Start of the Fastnachtszug
- Route: Along the main street to the Kirmesplatz
- Participants: Carnival Club Holler, floats from friendly clubs, fire department, sports and school groups, neighbourhood floats
- Throwing material: Sweets, Kamelle, small promotional items, toys for children
- Afterwards: After-Zoch-Party in the heated festival tent on the Kirmesplatz with live music or DJ, popular Cologne-style party hits, and Westerwald carnival classics
The route, assembly point, and program details will be communicated promptly via press releases from the WW-Kurier and by the Carnival Club Holler.
Highlights Fastnachtszug Holler 2026
- Sunday parade at the festive start time of 2:11 PM
- Colourfully decorated floats and themed walking groups
- After-Zoch-Party in the heated festival tent on the Kirmesplatz
- Family-friendly Westerwald carnival atmosphere
- Free admission to the parade
Prices Fastnachtszug Holler 2026
Free admission to the Fastnachtszug. Admission and prices for the After-Zoch-Party will be communicated by the organizer.
Practical information — Fastnachtszug Holler
Date 2026
Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Fastnachtszug starts at 2:11 PM.
Location
Village centre Holler, 56414 Holler, Montabaur administrative district, Westerwaldkreis, Rhineland-Palatinate.
Admission
Free entry to the parade along the route. Admission to the After-Zoch-Party according to the organizer's regulations.
Getting There
By car via the A3 (Montabaur exit) and then via country roads to the Westerwald village of Holler. Public transport: VRM bus lines from Montabaur. Parking is available on the outskirts of the village.
Recommendations
Costumes are explicitly encouraged. A large bag or sack for the thrown items is recommended. Warm, rainproof clothing. Those who want to party should plan a safe way home (carpooling, public transport, or overnight stay).
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