Traditional Wedding Ceremony and Procession
Spectators gather to watch the ceremony and blessing. Visitors may purchase tickets to join the communal banquet afterward.
~18:00
Ami Fritz Wedding Festival
Mariage de l’Ami Fritz
Marlenheim, France
Jul 13 - 14, 2026Expected
Each July, the Alsatian town of Marlenheim stages a 19th-century village wedding from the pages of local literature, the marriage of "Ami Fritz." Townsfolk in period costume play out the groom's procession, the ceremony, and the feast, in a charming reenactment of old country courtship and celebration.
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Jul 13
Where it happens
Place du Général de Gaulle (Marlenheim)
Marlenheim, France
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Dress for the setting
Optionally wear light costume (festive dress)
Read the local rhythm
Basic French phrases
Arrive before peak flow
Early booking for banquet tickets
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Ami Fritz Wedding Festival
Mariage de l’Ami Fritz
Marlenheim, France
Each July, the Alsatian town of Marlenheim stages a 19th-century village wedding from the pages of local literature, the marriage of "Ami Fritz." Townsfolk in period costume play out the groom's procession, the ceremony, and the feast, in a charming reenactment of old country courtship and celebration.
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The story behind it
This festival is based on the character “Ami Fritz” from local 19th-century literature (by Erckmann-Chatrian), who was a bachelor tricked into marriage on Bastille Day. Marlenheim uses the story as a theme to relive traditional customs like folk wedding games, period polkas and waltzes, and old-time crafts. It reflects Alsace’s pride in preserving vanished customs (the coordinator in calls it a ‘plongée au cœur des tradition...
Key moments to know
Jul 13~18:00Expected
Traditional Wedding Ceremony and Procession
Spectators gather to watch the ceremony and blessing. Visitors may purchase tickets to join the communal banquet afterward.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Optionally wear light costume (festive dress)
Read the local rhythm
Basic French phrases
Arrive before peak flow
Early booking for banquet tickets
Photo with care
Participate respectfully, follow directions for banquet seats; avoid flashing lights during any formal proceedi...
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Date window
Jul 13 - 14, 2026
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City / Area
Marlenheim
Alsace
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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