Anniversary edition: Oberpfälzer Heimatspiegel celebrates 50 years!

Anniversary edition: Oberpfälzer Heimatspiegel celebrates 50 years!

The anniversary edition of the will be published on November 20, 2025 Upper Palatinate Homeland Mirror 2026. This important publication marks its 50th year and features a variety of items from the region, including Amberg, Hahnbach, Vilseck, Schwandorf and Hirschau-Schnaittenbach. Readers can expect a varied spectrum of stories, poems and local history articles that reflect the cultural diversity and history of the Upper Palatinate.

With a length of 228 pages, the Heimatspiegel 2026 is the most extensive year to date and contains over 50 articles. The authors include not only well-known names such as Dieter Dörner and Grete Pickl, but also numerous other talented writers, which keep the region's heritage alive. The work is complemented by impressive photos and an extensive calendar, which offers valuable information and serves as an indispensable companion throughout the year. The price for the book is €9.95 and is available in Hahnbach from Elektro Winkler.

The contribution of the Upper Palatinate homeland

The publication of the Heimatspiegel is part of a larger context of cultural documentation in the region. The scientific yearbook series has also been published since 1956 “Upper Palatinate homeland”, which deals with new research on topics such as local history, social history and folklore. This publication has repeatedly established itself as an important medium for local heritage and is influenced by the art and culture of the Upper Palatinate.

The yearbook “Oberpfälzer Heimat” is published under the editorship of Adalbert Busl, who took over the management in 1990, and offers a valuable addition to the Heimatspiegel. The variety of topics ranges from prehistory and early history to art and music, which underlines the cultural relevance of the region. The price for printed volumes is €14 per copy and offers proof of the commitment to preserving and researching Upper Palatinate culture.

Overall, the determination of the local history mirror and the existing tradition of the Upper Palatinate homeland shows how important the documentation of regional history and culture is for the awareness and cohesion of the population. Both publications therefore represent a significant contribution to local history care and research in the Upper Palatinate.