Ludwigsburg, Germany
In autumn, when the weather gets cooler and the leaves turn orange, yellow, and brown, it is the perfect time to visit the Pumpkin Festival in Ludwigsburg, Germany. The festival takes place every year in the beautiful gardens of Ludwigsburg Palace. Visitors can see thousands of pumpkins and squash in many shapes, colors, and sizes. There are pumpkin soups, pumpkin bread, and even pumpkin ice cream! Sometimes the pumpkins are so small they look like you could squash them by mistake!
Places to See
Don’t miss out on the Ludwigsburg Residential Palace (Residenzschloss), one of the biggest Baroque palaces in Germany. It has lovely gardens, fountains, and statues, perfect for a relaxing autumn walk.
You can also visit the Fairy Tale Garden (Märchengarten), a fantastic place for families and children. In the city center, enjoy Marktplatz, a charming square with cafés, small shops, and German bakeries where you can try fresh pretzels.
Fun Fact About Ludwigsburg
Ludwigsburg is sometimes called the “Versailles of Swabia” because of its grand palace and royal history. The city was founded in the 18th century by Duke Eberhard Ludwig, who loved art, music, and military parades. Today, Ludwigsburg is also famous for holding the largest pumpkin festival in the world!