Geislingen celebrates 175 years of Steige: Sunday shopping on June 29th!

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On June 29th, 2025, Geislingen an der Steige will celebrate the motto “175 years of Geislinger Steige” with a Sunday open for shopping.

Am 29.06.2025 feiert Geislingen an der Steige mit einem verkaufsoffenen Sonntag das Motto "175 Jahre Geislinger Steige".
On June 29th, 2025, Geislingen an der Steige will celebrate the motto “175 years of Geislinger Steige” with a Sunday open for shopping.

Geislingen celebrates 175 years of Steige: Sunday shopping on June 29th!

Geislingen an der Steige, a town in the Göppingen district, will host a Sunday shopping event on June 29, 2025. This special day has the motto “175 Years of Geislinger Steige” and celebrates the historical significance of the railway for the region. The stores will open this Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to offer residents and visitors a unique shopping experience. There are currently no further Sunday openings planned in Geislingen, which makes this day a special event of the year.

In Baden-Württemberg, cities are allowed to open department stores and shops on three Sundays per year. Exceptions for Advent, Easter, Pentecost and the Christmas holidays must be noted. These regulations offer cities like Geislingen the opportunity to promote shopping on Sundays, which is particularly important in tourist regions.

Weather and surroundings

An encouraging weather forecast is expected for June 29, 2025: predominantly clear and sunny conditions with temperatures around 30°C are predicted. This creates a pleasant atmosphere for shopping and celebrations in the city. Geislingen an der Steige is not only a shopping destination, but also an ideal starting point for exploring the central Swabian Alb, known for its beautiful landscape and charming hiking trails.

The historical development of Sunday opening in Germany is also remarkable. Until the end of the 19th century, shops were open seven days a week. It was not until 1919 that Sunday was officially designated as a day of rest. Shops in Germany are currently allowed to open on four Sundays a year, although the federal states can adapt these regulations.

International comparisons

The topic of Sunday opening is also of international interest. There is a general ban in Austria, with exceptions for gas stations and train station stands. In Italy, Sundays are usually closed days, but in certain cases up to eight Sundays open for shopping are possible, while in Greece the regulations are analogous, with exceptions in tourist regions and large cities.

The upcoming shopping Sunday on June 29, 2025 in Geislingen an der Steige will create an opportunity to explore the city and its shops and celebrate the local culture. For further information, those interested are invited to visit the website verkaufsoffener-sonntag.nrw.