Ahrenshoop Film Nights
Festival for new German feature films on the Baltic Sea
About Filmnächte Ahrenshoop
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Festival with a Sea View
Since 2008, the Ahrenshoop Film Nights have been bringing together the German-speaking film scene in one of the most beautiful artists' villages on the Baltic Sea. THE GRAND Ahrenshoop serves as the festival hotel, offering an extraordinary backdrop for young German productions with its panoramic view over the Baltic Sea.
Competition and Special Program
Six new German feature films – mostly debuts or promising productions by emerging talent – compete against each other. An expert jury awards the Jury Prize, and the audience chooses their own favorite. In parallel, the festival, in cooperation with Künstlerhaus Lukas, presents a special program with five additional film contributions, highlighting curatorial diversity.
Galas and Film Discussions
A festive opening gala kicks off the festival – featuring the premiere of the opening film, a reception, and a live concert. The closing gala includes the awards ceremony, a buffet, and live music. Following the screenings, directors, producers, and actors engage in direct exchange with the audience.
Regional Context
Ahrenshoop is located on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in the Vorpommern-Rügen district (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern). For over a century, the village has been an artists' colony with a tradition in painting, literature, and film. The Film Nights seamlessly integrate into this cultural heritage, making late November a highlight of the season on the Vorpommern Baltic coast.
Filmnächte Ahrenshoop — edition 2026
The 19th edition of the Ahrenshoop Film Nights, from November 11 to 14, 2026, brings together the German-speaking film scene at THE GRAND Ahrenshoop for four days of competition, film discussions, and festive atmosphere by the Baltic Sea.
The festival opens on November 11th with the Opening Gala, featuring the screening of 'Ungeduld des Herzens' (Director: Lauro Cress) and a live concert by Atrin Madani & Hila Kulik. Until November 14th, the festival will screen six feature films in competition as well as a special program with five additional contributions in cooperation with Künstlerhaus Lukas. The jury for 2026 consists of Katharina Schüttler, Jeanette Hain, and Oliver Ziegenbalg; the audience will concurrently award the Audience Prize. The Closing Gala on November 14th, with the awards ceremony, buffet, and live music by Lina Maly, will provide a celebratory conclusion.
Programme Filmnächte Ahrenshoop 2026
Wed, Nov 11, 2026
- Opening Gala
- Opening Film: 'Ungeduld des Herzens' (Director: Lauro Cress)
- Live Music: Atrin Madani & Hila Kulik
Thu, Nov 12 – Sat, Nov 14, 2026
- Competition: 6 new German feature films
- Künstlerhaus Lukas Special Program (5 films)
- Film discussions with directors and cast
Sat, Nov 14, 2026
- Closing Gala with Awards Ceremony
- Buffet and Live Music: Lina Maly
Highlights Filmnächte Ahrenshoop 2026
- Opening with 'Ungeduld des Herzens' (Lauro Cress)
- Jury: Katharina Schüttler, Jeanette Hain, Oliver Ziegenbalg
- Live Concert Atrin Madani & Hila Kulik (Opening)
- Live Concert Lina Maly (Closing)
- Künstlerhaus Lukas Special Program
Prices Filmnächte Ahrenshoop 2026
Single film €12, Opening Gala €54, Closing Gala €59, Festival Pass €197. Tickets available via ostseebad-ahrenshoop.de, Ahrenshoop Tourist Information, and the Reservix network. Advance sales began October 2026.
Practical information — Filmnächte Ahrenshoop
Getting There
By train to Ribnitz-Damgarten West or Rostock Hbf, then by bus via Wustrow to Ahrenshoop. By car via the B105 / B70 to Ribnitz-Damgarten, then take the L21 towards the peninsula.
Admission
Single film €12, Opening Gala €54, Closing Gala €59, Festival Pass €197. Advance tickets available through the Reservix network, the Ahrenshoop Tourist Information, and ostseebad-ahrenshoop.de.
Accommodation
THE GRAND Ahrenshoop offers festival packages; alternative accommodations are available in guesthouses, holiday apartments, and hotels along the artists' village.
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Where it takes place Filmnächte Ahrenshoop
THE GRAND Ahrenshoop
Schifferberg 24, 18347 Ahrenshoop