Mörlheim Kirchweih

Suburban Village Mörlheim

Mörlheim is one of Landau's eight suburban villages in the east of the city. With its approximately 1,600 inhabitants, rural character, and active club structure, it is the venue for several annual festivals – the Flammkuchen festival of the rural youth in July and the Kirchweih in September are the highlights.

Conclusion of the Kerwen Series

The Landau suburban village Kerwen run from the end of June (Arzheim) through July (Mörzheim, Nußdorf), August (Godramstein, Dammheim, Wollmesheim) into September. The Mörlheim Kirchweih on the third weekend of September marks the end of the series. This position as the season finale gives the festival special significance.

Festival Grounds at the Village Community Center

Unlike the wine-focused Kerwen of other suburban villages, the Mörlheim Kirchweih takes place at the village community center – not in a vintner's courtyard. The DGH and its forecourt form the focal point where clubs set up their stalls, a stage is erected, and the program unfolds.

Saturday Opening and Weißwurst Breakfast Gathering

On Saturday at 6 PM, local representatives and clubs open the Kirchweih. With the tapping of the first keg, greetings, and musical accompaniment, the festival weekend begins. On Sunday morning from 11 AM, the traditional Weißwurst breakfast gathering follows – a firm fixture of Palatinate Kirchweihen for decades.

Film Night, Music, and Fireworks

Characteristic of Mörlheim are the film nights, which add a cultural component to the program. In addition, musical highlights shape the course of the festival. The grand finale is on Monday at 9 PM with the firework display, launched over the village – a brilliant conclusion to the entire Landau Kerwe season.