Discover Nonnewitz

Nonnewitz brings together the history of several former villages and an annual carnival tradition. The call “Nonnewitz allema” is part of this recurring custom; at the same time, the first documented mention of Bröditz dates back to 1 August 976. In the wider regional context, Zeitz adds historical sights and cultural routes to the picture. This gives you several different points of interest for planning your trip: the development of the village, a village-life tradition and the cultural heritage of the city of Zeitz.

History of three former villages

In 1928, Bröditz, Nonnewitz and Nixdix were merged. Bröditz was first mentioned on 1 August 976; Emperor Otto II donated Bröditz to the Bishopric of Zeitz. These historical reference points relate to different periods: 1928 marks the merger of the three former villages, while 976 is the first documented mention of Bröditz. The donation also establishes a connection between Bröditz and the Bishopric of Zeitz. The village’s history can therefore be viewed both through its merger in the 20th century and through the much earlier mention. For history enthusiasts, the appeal lies in viewing the development of today’s village and Bröditz’s older history as connected but distinct perspectives.

Carnival tradition in village life

Nonnewitz’s annual carnival tradition is part of the cultural calendar and is associated with the call “Nonnewitz allema.” The Nonnewitz Carnival Club was founded in 1953 and is an important part of village life. The custom and the club offer two specific points of interest: the carnival returns every year, while the club’s founding year provides a fixed historical reference. If you are interested in local traditions, you can explore the carnival as a separate focus alongside the village’s development. Dates and programmes may vary. If the carnival is a deciding factor for your trip, check the relevant event dates.

Cultural heritage in the wider region

Zeitz also offers a distinct cultural perspective on the region. Its restored sights include the Town Hall, Moritzburg Castle, St Peter and Paul Cathedral, and the castle park. The city’s historical sights are linked to the Romanesque Road and the Garden Dreams route. These route connections place Zeitz’s cultural sites in a broader thematic context. The city’s culture thus complements Nonnewitz’s village history and carnival tradition with a different perspective. Those choosing cultural themes for their trip can distinguish between village history and the city’s historical sights.

Choose a focus for your trip

For trip planning, these themes differ above all in their timing. For the annual carnival, the specific dates and programme are what matter. The village’s history and Zeitz’s restored sights, on the other hand, offer cultural and historical points of interest to help you plan, without being tied to a particular carnival date. When looking for accommodation in Nonnewitz, you can first decide whether an event date or your interest in history and cultural heritage is the deciding factor. If you are travelling with others who have different interests, this question can help you organise your preferences: an annual custom, the village’s development and the city’s cultural sites are clearly distinct areas of interest.

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