Paar uit de regio Schwalm, Hessen-Duitsland, in traditionele kleding op het spinnewiel - Stockillustratie

The Schwalm is a cultural area in northern Hesse. The Schwalm owes its name to the Schwalm river, at the middle of which it is located. The residents of the Schwalm are called Schwalmers. The cultural area is characterized by the Schwalm costume, the Schwalm dialect and specific customs, especially festive customs. Illustration from 19th century.