Hammerseefest Bodenwöhr

Celebrating at the Hammersee

The Hammersee in Bodenwöhr is a historic reservoir in the Upper Palatinate, once created to supply energy to the iron hammers of the Bodenwöhr ironworks. Today, it is a popular local recreation area in the Oberpfälzer Seenland, a water-rich region in the Schwandorf district. Once a year, the municipality of Bodenwöhr transforms the lake shore into a large festival ground for the Hammerseefest.

Clubs serve, families come

From the late afternoon (official start 4 PM), the area along the lake buzzes with activity. Local clubs – fire brigades, sports clubs, traditional costume and music associations – set up stalls with food and drinks. The food ranges from classic Upper Palatinate snacks to grilled fish on a stick and bratwurst, all accompanied by regional beer.

Pyrotechnics over the water

The highlight of the Hammerseefest is the grand fireworks display over the Hammersee. As soon as it gets dark, the rockets ascend over the water – a popular sight that draws thousands to the shore every year.

Oberpfälzer Seenland, Schwandorf District

Bodenwöhr is located in the heart of the Oberpfälzer Seenland with its reservoirs, forests, and nature reserves. Visitors to the Hammerseefest can combine their trip with a walk around the lake, a visit to the Mining and Industrial Museum, or an excursion to the nearby Charlottenhofer Weihergebiet nature reserve.