Altes Land Altländer Blossom Festival

Every year, the first weekend in May brings the Altländer Blütenfest - a celebration of the beautiful blossoms that adorn the fruit trees each spring in the Altes Land region just south of Hamburg. 

The local Altländers celebrate the Blossom Festival in Jork to honour the blooming fruit trees of their homeland, but of course visitors are encouraged to join as well. A colourful programme of music, dancing and singing is on display in the centre of Jork. 

But the real highlight is the coronation of the Altländer Blütenkönigin (lit. ‘Altländer Blossom Queen’), which has been a festival tradition since 1981. Young women from across Germany's Altes Land region apply each year for the position of Blütenkönigin. A jury selects one winner from the applications and her identity is kept strictly secret until the coronation. The reigning Blütenkönigin often then becomes something of a local celebrity, representing her region at national events and ceremonies.

Click here for more information on the annual festival.

Date: 

4-5 May 2024

Location:

Jork town centre

Blossoms and Harvest

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This fertile region by the Elbe river has been growing Northern Germany’s fruit supply for over 700 years.

Altes Land Architecture

This region south of Hamburg has some of the best-preserved and most beautiful historical architecture in Northern Germany.

Altes Land Blossoms and Fruit

You can tell the time of year in Altes Land by which blossoms are on the trees or which fruits are in season.

Altes Land Calendar and Directions

From festivals to Christmas markets, here’s plenty to enjoy in the Altes Land region all year round.

Altes Land Explore the Region

Whether by bike, bus, car or on foot, there are plenty of unique and scenic ways to explore the Altes Land region south of Hamburg.

Altes Land Maritime Attractions

This region famous for its fruit and orchards has a maritime history deeply intertwined with the Elbe river and nearby Hamburg.

Altes Land Museums

Whether you're interested in the local ecosystem, history or art, there are a variety of museums and exhibitions to explore in Altes Land.