Servus, More than 700 mosques across Germany opened their doors today, with tours and conversations highlighting their community roles; Nuremberg’s new Ahmadiyya mosque drew strong interest. Meanwhile, the Wiesn closes with a midday cannon salute but stays open into the evening, despite temporary gate and tent closures. Elsewhere, Italian high-speed trains are planned for Nuremberg, and an Erlangen concert raised €100,000 for children.

1. More than 700 mosques open their doors to visitors

Mosques across Germany welcomed visitors for the annual Open Mosque Day, with tours, discussions and conversations about Islam. Organizers also highlighted mosques’ roles as places for education, advice and youth activities; a newly opened Ahmadiyya mosque in Nuremberg reported strong interest.

Why this matters: If you live in Bavaria, local events like this can be a way to learn about Muslim communities and services in your area.

Source: BR24

2. Wiesn’s closing day includes a traditional cannon salute

The Oktoberfest ends on Sunday, with a traditional midday cannon salute marking the close of the festival. The salute does not end the day’s festivities: the fairground remains open until the evening.

Why this matters: If you are planning a final visit, expect a noisy salute around midday and remember that rides and other attractions continue afterward.

Source: tz München

3. Italian high-speed trains are set to reach Nuremberg

Italy’s Frecciarossa trains are due to begin running between Munich, Milan and Rome in 2027. The service is expected to extend to Berlin in 2028, connecting Nuremberg too; the report says the new routes will use Italian trains rather than Germany’s ICE, for reasons related to the service arrangement.

Why this matters: For Bavaria residents, the planned service could add a direct rail option for trips from Munich and, later, Nuremberg to Italy.

Source: Nürnberger Nachrichten

4. Erlangen benefit concert raises €100,000 for children

More than 1,100 people attended a benefit concert by the Bavarian Police Orchestra in Erlangen, raising €100,000 for Sternstunden. The charity supports projects for children who are ill, disabled or in need, and says donations go entirely to child-focused aid projects.

Why this matters: If you are looking for local ways to support children and families in need, Sternstunden funds projects in Bavaria as well as elsewhere.

Source: Bayerisches Landesportal

5. Oktoberfest entrances temporarily close as crowds build

Several Oktoberfest entrances, including the main gate and the entrance by the Bavaria statue, were temporarily closed because of heavy crowds. Some beer tents also stopped admitting visitors for a time, and festival organizers advised people to return later.

Why this matters: If you are heading to the Wiesn, check crowd and access updates before travelling, especially at busy times.

Source: BR24

Before you go: The Wiesn’s midday cannon salute marks the festival’s close, but the fairground remains open until evening.