A city stands on its head.

The origin of the Domweih, the “fifth season” in Verden, goes back to the Middle Ages. In 985, the then bishop received, among other privileges, the right to hold markets. Formerly a free market where out-of-town vendors could also sell their wares, the Verden Domweih is now a large folk festival with a parade, rides and food stands – a six-day festival for the whole family.