Ramberg Bürstenbinderkerwe

Brush-Maker's Craft as Historical Roots

Until the mid-20th century, brush-making was a typical home-based craft in the Palatinate Forest. During the winters, when forestry and agricultural work ceased, families in the Wasgau villages made brushes from bristles, wood, and wire, which were sold by peddlers in the summer. Ramberg was one of the centers of this craft. The Kerwe name keeps the memory of this tradition alive.

Four Days of Palatinate Kerwe

The Bürstenbinderkerwe follows the classic Palatinate Kerwe (Kirchweih) program: keg tapping on Friday, dance evening on Saturday, morning pint with brass music on Sunday, and the Kerwe winding down on Monday. A festival tent, drinks stands, a stage, and food stalls characterize the village center. Palatinate specialties – Saumagen, Bratwurst, Leberknödel, Flammkuchen – complement the gastronomic offerings, while draft beer and wine from Palatinate vintners flow at the stands.

Live Music and Dancing

In the evenings, live bands, cover groups, and DJs create the atmosphere. The program is tailored to the Palatinate Kerwe audience – Schlager, Palatinate dialect pop, rock covers, party music. Sunday and Monday feature family programs and the traditional Kerwe burial at the end of the festival.

Health Resort Ramberg in the Palatinate Forest

Ramberg is an official health resort located in the heart of the Palatinate Forest Nature Park. Hiking trails lead to Meistersel Castle, Eyersberg, Rehbergturm, and the Trifelsland region around Annweiler. Visitors to the Bürstenbinderkerwe often combine the festival weekend with a hike in the Palatinate Forest or a visit to the nearby Imperial Castle Trifels.