Carnival in the Ilm district: fools storm town halls at 11:11 a.m.!

Carnival in the Ilm district: fools storm town halls at 11:11 a.m.!

Today, November 11, 2025, the “fifth season” begins in the Ilm district. Carnival participants traditionally storm the region's town halls at exactly 11:11 a.m. to properly celebrate the start of the crazy hustle and bustle. These customs have always been observed in the region and are very popular. Colorful costumes, cheerful music and an exuberant atmosphere are an integral part of the program in southern Thuringia reported.

Carnival is not only a big topic in the Ilm district, but is also very important in many other regions of Germany. The “fifth season” is also celebrated in Baden-Württemberg in particular, but the traditions differ from region to region. While the Rhenish customs take place on November 11th. are celebrated, there are special customs in Swabia and southern Germany that only begin on Epiphany, January 6th. The celebrations are characterized by good humor and conviviality everywhere and offer a celebration for young and old alike SWR confirmed.

Traditions that connect

In other parts of Germany, such as Lake Constance, old traditions such as the “liberation of Konstanzer Blätz” from the dungeon were celebrated, where the city council pardoned the colorful rogue. These traditions bring people together and ensure a happy coexistence. Parades like in Buchen, where a St. Martin's goose was presented to the mayor, show the diversity of the celebrations. In Ulm, Mayor Martin Ansbacher welcomed members of the Kuhbergverein and town hall stormings took place in several cities - a sign of the good mood that prevails during the carnival.

The town halls were also stormed in cities such as Karlsruhe, Igersheim and Bühlerzell, which expresses the anticipation of the carnival season. There was a sound of music, celebration and communal fun everywhere. In Kisslegg, in the Ravensburg district, new accents were set with the traditional “fool's tree setting” and in Gengenbach the carnival was heralded with the Rotzlöffel baptism - a tradition that many consider to be particularly humorous.

Electromobility and car trading

Away from the carnival hustle and bustle, the car market is also moving towards the future. In 2025, a growing number of new electric vehicles are expected and household budgets are also changing. With smaller city hatchbacks like the Mitsubishi Space Star, which is currently one of the cheapest new cars at CZK 289,960, it is clear that many families continue to rely on good value for money, as on Tipcars is to be read.

Overall, it shows that both the carnival and the changes in the automotive sector require a good hand for the coming months. Whether it's cheerful carnival parades or the search for the right car - November brings a breath of fresh air and a wealth of possibilities for many. Enjoy the fifth season and remember to keep your budget in mind when shopping for your car!