21st Angler- und Fischerfest Buckow

Fishermen's Festival on the Schermützelsee

Buckow in the district of Märkisch-Oderland is part of the Amt Märkische Schweiz and the main town of the Märkische Schweiz Nature Park — a hilly landscape with lakes, beech forests, and moors east of Berlin. The Schermützelsee, on whose promenade the festival takes place, is the tourist heart of Buckow with its beaches, swimming areas, and boat rentals.

Stage Program Centered Around Fishing

The festival consistently revolves around water and fishing: Live cooking demonstrations by Brandenburg chefs prepare fresh fish in front of an audience, fishing competitions attract hobby anglers from the region, and Neptune — the ancient sea god — appears in full regalia on the weekend to delight the younger guests in particular.

21st Edition in 2026

In 2026, the festival will celebrate its 21st edition on August 15th and 16th. It is organized by the Amt Märkische Schweiz together with the local angling club and volunteer Buckow associations. A dedicated supply of beer, sausages, and fish specialties is part of it, as are play stations for children.

Promenade and Family Atmosphere

The promenade on the Schermützelsee provides the ideal backdrop: a long, well-maintained promenade strip with a view of the lake, alongside a lido, boat rental, and gastronomic offerings. Families from Buckow, the surrounding area, and Berlin travel for the festival, many combining the weekend with hiking in the Märkische Schweiz Nature Park.

Märkische Schweiz Nature Park

The Märkische Schweiz is a hilly, almost alpine micro-region in Brandenburg — characterized by terminal moraine lakes, gorges, streams, and beech forests. Buckow has long carried the nickname "Pearl of the Märkische Schweiz." The Fischerfest is one of the event highlights of the Nature Park summer — alongside the Buckow Rose Festival and the "Long Night of Art and Nature.".