Walternienburg is celebrating: 5,000 euros for the most beautiful place in the village!
Walternienburg in the Anhalt-Bitterfeld district is celebrating its village festival on June 26, 2025 with music and a €5,000 competition for projects.

Walternienburg is celebrating: 5,000 euros for the most beautiful place in the village!
The anticipation for the big festival in Walternienburg is growing! On Thursday, June 26th, things will be happening in this tranquil town in the Anhalt-Bitterfeld district. On the occasion of the 11th stop of the Radio Brocken summer tour The event will be celebrated under the motto “We celebrate our Walternienburg”. A spectacle that no one should miss, as the entire community has worked hard to offer visitors an unforgettable experience.
The party starts in the morning at the Ronney Environmental Center, where guests can discover sustainable projects and workshops, for example with the herbal fairy. In the afternoon we continue to the Walternienburg castle complex, where music is played on a specially constructed stage and the village community presents itself. The local mayor Jörg Hausmann emphasizes that this is a celebration of the village's 1052nd birthday. The people of Walternienburg show that they can not only celebrate, but also deserve a place in the competition for the most beautiful place in the country.
Competition for the most beautiful place
As part of the festival, there will be exciting online voting that begins on Thursday, June 26th. The winning location of the summer tour receives an impressive 5,000 euros for a project close to their hearts. Walternienburg competes against larger cities such as Staßfurt and Klötze and, with a population of only 445 (as of December 31, 2023), can definitely count on the support of its citizens. This sum could be used to transform the municipal playground into a multi-generational space.
The entire village community is invited to take part and become active. Clubs and institutions have already put together a colorful program, and the fire department is ensuring the physical well-being of the guests. It will be a great opportunity to make old and new acquaintances and to invite local government and city council members.
The beauty of Walternienburg
Walternienburg, a district of the city of Zerbst/Anhalt, is idyllically located on the Nuthe and in close proximity to the Elbe, which makes it a hub for cyclists. There are numerous ways to explore, be it on foot, by bike or from the water, to explore the breathtaking nature of the Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve to enjoy. This unique landscape impresses with its biodiversity and is one of the oldest UNESCO reserves in Germany.
Walternienburg Castle, with origins dating back to 973, is the historical centerpiece of the community. Not only is there a branch of the registry office here, but also the market and festival barn, which is used for cheerful gatherings. An adventure garden in the Ronney Environmental Center promises fun and an exchange of information for visitors young and old, and everyone is warmly invited to become part of this lively village community.
In short, June 26th will be a day of joy, togetherness and culinary delights. Anyone who would like to discover the beauty of Walternienburg and get involved in the competition for their heartfelt project has the perfect opportunity to do so. The residents are looking forward to many visitors who want to get to know the small but beautiful Walternienburg!