Lindenfest Niederstotzingen

Lindenfest Niederstotzingen — Local festival with over 40 years of tradition

When the lime trees on the Rathausplatz spread their dense crowns over the tables at the end of August, the traditional Lindenfest begins in Niederstotzingen. For over four decades, local clubs have organized this summer festival together with the town, which has become an indispensable part of the event calendar of this small town in the southern district of Heidenheim. You'll find a festival here that embodies genuine club life — not a large-scale event, but a classic Swabian local festival with charm.

Rathausplatz and the Städtle

The venue is the Rathausplatz in the middle of Niederstotzingen's historic town center. The striking town hall, the lime trees, and the surrounding burgher houses form a cohesive backdrop that gives the festival its name. Tables and benches are lined up under the lime trees — in mild late summer weather, guests often sit outside until after midnight. The stage is traditionally set up on the north side of the square, so that the lights of the town hall form the background.

Program and Catering

The traditional keg tapping by the mayor at around 5 p.m. on Saturday afternoon kicks things off. Afterwards, the Niederstotzingen Town Band takes the stage with a concert of march and entertainment music. In the evening, dance bands or cover bands follow, keeping the audience entertained until late into the night. Sunday starts with a 'Frühschoppen' (morning pint) concert, often with brass music again, followed by a relaxed daytime program. The local clubs are responsible for catering: You can get Swabian specialties such as lentils with Spätzle and 'Saitenwürstle' (sausages), hearty grilled platters, fries, coffee and cake, as well as freshly tapped beer from Schlossbrauerei Autenried, the festival's regional brewery partner.

Club life as the heart of the event

The Lindenfest is not organized by a single festival operator, but is supported by the local clubs — the music association, sports clubs, fire department, and traditional costume and heritage association work hand in hand. The proceeds go into the club treasuries and finance youth work and purchases for the entire year. For you as a visitor, this means: genuine Swabian club culture, fair prices, and hosts who personally serve you at the counter. If you come for several years in a row, you'll eventually recognize the faces — that's what makes this festival so special.

Niederstotzingen and the Heidenheim District

The small town of Niederstotzingen is located in the southern district of Heidenheim, on the border between the Swabian Jura and the Donauried. It is regionally known primarily for the Alemannic Rider's Grave from the 6th century — one of the most important archaeological finds in southern Germany. With around 4,800 inhabitants, Niederstotzingen has retained its small-town character. The Lindenfest fits perfectly with this atmosphere: manageable, cordial, and very Swabian.