Forchheim district election 2026: Five candidates – who will be the successor?
The district election in Forchheim in 2026 is approaching: five candidates are running to succeed Hermann Ulm. Vote on March 8th!

Forchheim district election 2026: Five candidates – who will be the successor?
Things are getting exciting in Forchheim: From 2026, a new district administrator will be elected, because the incumbent Hermann Ulm from the CSU will no longer stand for election. The time has come on March 8, 2026, and five political personalities have already entered into discussions about taking over the helm in the district. So that citizens can be well informed, it is worth taking a look at the potential candidates. According to that Franconian day The race to succeed Hermann Ulm will not only be exciting but also complex.
Among the candidates there is a representative of the Green Party in particular, who is already providing a breath of fresh air. He has formulated clear goals in the areas of health, voluntary work and transport. The election campaign has long since begun and the political agenda is now being discussed publicly. This also comes from a report by North Bavarian News out. Voters’ anticipation and expectations are high.
Candidates at a glance
The registered candidates are diverse and everyone brings their own ideas. The Greens rely on a committed presentation of their concepts. Other candidates who want to introduce themselves to voters have already released information about their political goals. It is to be hoped that voters are well informed when they cast their vote.
- Hermann Ulm (CSU) – nicht mehr im Rennen.
- Kandidat der Grünen – Fokus auf Gesundheit, Ehrenamt und Verkehr.
- Weitere Kandidaten – Details werden in den nächsten Wochen bekanntgegeben.
With a view to the upcoming election, it will be important for existing and new candidates to actively engage with the issues that are important to the Forchheim district. The focus is on dialogue with citizens.
Election and distribution of seats
As in previous elections in Bavaria, the distribution of seats will be carried out according to the Sainte-Laguë/Schepers method. The total number of votes for the nominations comes into play, which are divided by 1, 3, 5, 7, etc. The aim is to distribute seats proportionally to votes, which is a fairly fair system. This serves as a reminder of how important every single voice is, including in Forchheim - that's what this shows Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior there.
The developments surrounding the district election promise a lively election campaign, and citizens will be able to cast their vote at an early stage. The next few months will be crucial in setting the course for the future of the region - it will always be exciting!