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Colors of Monchengladbach - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
During the year, the city residents celebrate a lot of interesting holidays, each of which is associated with remarkable traditions and customs. Some holidays are family so they are traditionally celebrated in a family environment. On the contrary, other celebrations go hand in hand with street festivities. One of the main holidays is New Year. Traditionally, it is not celebrated at home. On New Year's Eve, all the locals go out to meet their relatives and friends, watch fireworks, and take part in loud night festivities.
1. In the city, there is a big railway station. It regularly accommodates trains from different German cities. At the station, tourists can find detailed maps and booklets providing … 
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The main shopping street is named Hindenburgstrasse. It starts near the railway station and ends in the territory of the Old Town. When walking here, you can see different shops, from big … Open
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For many years, agriculture has been one of the main locals’ means of subsistence. To placate natural elements, the locals celebrate a lot of beautiful holidays. The brightest reminder of past traditions is Maifest. It is traditionally celebrated in May, at the beginning of the agricultural season. To make the season fertile, the locals take part in colorful parades, dance, and perform symbolic rites. Some traditions are still observed. On the festive day, the May pole, the main symbol of the holiday, is installed and the locals dance around it. Then, the queen of the festival is chosen. The queen symbolizes an ancient fertility goddess. Such beautiful holidays were celebrated even in pre-Christian times.
Mönchengladbach is a beautiful modern city with a population of about 250,000 people situated in the western part of Germany. It miraculously combines contemporary urban features and … Open
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As for other interesting features of the city, its achievements in the sphere of textile industry should be mentioned. Now, several big textile factories produce high-quality clothes. Some factories are open to visitors but city guests usually prefer to visit shops where they can buy elite textiles at attractive prices. The visitors of Monchengladbach have a lot of opportunities to get acquainted with the locals’ traditions. Beautiful festivals held during the year, interesting themed tours, and sports events are just some of the ways to participate in the local people’s cultural life. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Monchengladbach and surroundings
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Monchengladbach
♥ Münster-Basilika St. Vitus, Mönchengladbach, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Münster-Basilika St. Quirin, Neuss, 18.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Suitbertus, Düsseldorf, 23.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Lambertus, Düsseldorf, 23.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Margareta, Düsseldorf-Gerresheim, 30.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basiliek van de H.H. Wiro, Plechelmus en Otgerus, Sint-Odiliënberg, 30.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sint Christoffelkathedraal, Roermond, 31.3 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Monchengladbach
♥ Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 47.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 47.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 49.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces' , 53 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bleijenbeek Castle' , 55.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Blomendal' , 55.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 56.5 km from the center. On the map
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Colors of Monchengladbach in photos
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Monchengladbach. Learn the best periods to visit Monchengladbach to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Monchengladbach.
