The municipality of Langenweißbach celebrates its 30th anniversary as a unified municipality — Waldbad-Fest in the Langenbach district from May 14 to 17, 2026
Thirty years ago, in 1996, the three villages of Langenbach, Weißbach, and Grünau merged to form the unified municipality of Langenweißbach. This was part of the municipal reform in the 1990s in Saxony, which consolidated many small villages into economically viable unified municipalities. Three villages became one municipality with around 2,500 inhabitants, its own administration, a shared identity — and with the Waldbad in Langenbach as one of its most important communal highlights.
The Waldbad-Fest in the Langenbach district marks the start of the anniversary celebrations. From Thursday, May 14 (Ascension Day), to Sunday, May 17, 2026, a four-day festive weekend will take place — with a traditional village festival character, stage program, live music, food and drinks from regional providers, games, and activities for children and families. Highlight: the ceremonial reopening of the Waldbad season on May 16 at 10 a.m.
The Waldbad Langenbach is a traditional natural swimming pool with a long history — visited by many generations of Langenbach children, shaped by the changing times, repeatedly rebuilt, upgraded, and saved. Today, it is a focal point of the community and part of its identity. The season traditionally opens in May — in 2026, this opening coincides with the community anniversary, which particularly emphasizes the festive character.
The 2026 anniversary celebration is not limited to Langenbach — it moves through all three districts. On June 19, festivities will take place in Grünau, and on June 20/21 in Weißbach. This makes the idea of the unified municipality tangible: not a single large festival at the administrative seat, but three decentralized festivals that preserve the individual identity of the districts while forming a whole.
Langenweißbach is located in the Zwickau district, in western Saxony, at the foothills of the Ore Mountains. With its wooded landscape, the Waldbad, and several hiking trails, the municipality is a popular local recreation area. The combination of rural character, active club life, and municipal independence makes it a typical example of the Saxon municipal landscape after reunification — small units that cherish their traditions while remaining future-proof.
Four days of village festival atmosphere around the Waldbad Langenbach. Occasion: the 30th anniversary of the unified municipality of Langenweißbach. Thursday, May 14 (Ascension Day) kickoff with traditional Father's Day brunch, Friday and Saturday stage program with live music late into the night, Sunday, May 16 at 10 a.m. ceremonial reopening of the 2026 Waldbad season.
Offerings include live music (local bands, pipe band, folk music), food and drinks from regional providers (bratwurst, steaks, draft beer, cakes and coffee), games and activities for children and families (bouncy castle, carousel, craft activities), and discussions with long-time residents about the community's history.
Detailed program will be published shortly before the date on langenweissbach.de.
Festival grounds are freely accessible. Food and drinks at the stands are subject to charge (bratwurst approx. €3.50, beer approx. €3). Waldbad entrance fees apply during the festive weekend at regular prices — day ticket approx. €4–5 for adults, €2–3 for children.
Thursday, May 14 (Ascension Day), to Sunday, May 17, 2026. Further celebrations: June 19 in Grünau, June 20/21 in Weißbach.
Waldbad Langenbach, 08134 Langenweißbach, Langenbach district.
Festival grounds are freely accessible. Waldbad entrance fees apply at regular prices.
By car via the A 72 Hof–Chemnitz highway, exit Hartenstein, then via Stützengrün to Langenweißbach. By train to Zwickau, then by bus to Langenweißbach.
Municipality of Langenweißbach with local clubs.
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