Amphitheater Open Air Trier
Concert series in Trier's Roman Amphitheatre after a three-year break — UNESCO World Heritage backdrop
About Amphitheater Open Air
The Roman Amphitheatre Trier was built at the end of the 2nd century and could hold around 18,000 spectators in its heyday. Today, it is one of the best-preserved Roman structures in Germany and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986. Its original function as a venue for gladiator fights and animal hunts is now museumized; at the same time, the arena serves as an extraordinary concert space with acoustics that transform any technical sound system into an overwhelming live experience.
The concert series has been successfully held several times but had to take a break from 2023 onwards for organizational reasons. 2026 marks the return in the World Heritage anniversary year — a deliberately symbolic resumption that connects Trier's ancient heritage with contemporary live music.
The 2026 lineup covers a broad spectrum of genres, combining top German acts like Giovanni Zarrella, Feine Sahne Fischfilet, and The BossHoss with international artists like Katie Melua, as well as regional stars like Versengold and Fury in the Slaughterhouse. Several concerts are already in high demand during the pre-sale.
Amphitheater Open Air — edition 2026
The 2026 comeback edition is conceived as a deliberate gesture for Trier's 40th World Heritage anniversary. The program brings together top German and international acts at one of Europe's most historically significant concert venues. Several sold-out evenings are expected.
Programme Amphitheater Open Air 2026
- Friday, July 17, 2026: Giovanni Zarrella — Pop and Schlager show.
- Saturday, July 18, 2026: Katie Melua — Pop and Folk.
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026: The BossHoss — Country-Rock show.
- Thursday, July 23, 2026: Feine Sahne Fischfilet — Punk-Rock.
- Friday, July 24, 2026: Versengold — Folk and Medieval Rock.
- Saturday, July 25, 2026: Fury in the Slaughterhouse — Rock classics.
- Admission times: Approximately 90 minutes before show start each day.
Highlights Amphitheater Open Air 2026
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Practical information — Amphitheater Open Air
Venue: Amphitheater Trier, Olewiger Straße 25, 54295 Trier. UNESCO World Heritage.
Tickets: Pre-sale via Eventim, Popp Concerts, and Ticketmaster.
Getting there: City bus line 6 from the main train station. Limited parking on Olewiger Straße. Public transport or Park-and-Ride recommended.
Admission: Approximately 90 minutes before concert start each day.
Weather policy: Open Air, concerts take place even in light rain. In case of extreme weather, information will be provided by Popp Concerts.
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