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The blooming almonds in Gimmeldingen conjure up feelings of spring.
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The almond blossom in Gimmeldingen marks the magical transition from winter to spring.
With around 1,500 delicate pink almond trees, the Palatinate wine village is the unofficial center of this natural spectacle.
The Almond Trail through the Palatinate also offers a unique opportunity to experience the blooming almond trees and the picturesque landscape along the Wine Route.
Winter is coming to an end and with it nature is awakening to new life.
One of the most beautiful features of the beginning of spring is undoubtedly the blossoming of the almond trees.
This spectacle unfolds particularly splendidly in southwest Germany, the warmest region of the country.
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Spring awakening with almond blossoms in Gimmeldingen
An undisputed highlight of the almond blossom is the idyllic Palatinate wine village of Gimmeldingen.
Here, around 1,500 almond trees transform the landscape into a delicate pink in spring, which attracts numerous visitors every year.
The annual Almond Blossom Festival is a festive occasion to celebrate this natural spectacle and admire the beauty of the blossoming trees.
In mid-February to mid-March, the first flowers on the almond trees normally appear and the natural game takes its course.
The Almond Blossom Festival itself will take place on April 6th and 7th this year.
You can get more excursion tips with our free guide “Eight spring excursions to say goodbye to winter”, which you can download for free HERE.
For anyone who would like to experience the almond blossom more intensively, the almond path through the Palatinate is ideal.
This scenic hiking trail stretches over 100 kilometers along the famous Wine Route and leads through a beautiful landscape lined with blooming almond trees and picturesque vineyards.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of almond blossoms and enjoy the magical atmosphere of spring in Gimmeldingen.
A trip to the blooming almonds is not only a feast for the eyes, but also an unforgettable experience that says goodbye to winter and welcomes spring.
Download spring excursion tips for free
In the Merkur.de PDF library we have put together eight great spring trips throughout Germany for you.
Download the excursion guide HERE for free.
Two walkers during the almond tree blossom in Gimmeldingen.
© Uwe Anspach/dpa
For more information about this excursion and seven other destinations that make the transition from winter to spring particularly beautiful, we invite you to download our excursion tips “Eight spring excursions to say goodbye to winter” for free.
Discover the diversity of German landscapes and experience unforgettable moments in nature.
Let yourself be inspired by a walk through the Murnauer Moos or the blossom path in the Odenwald.
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