Beller Markt

A Centuries-Old Market Tradition

The Beller Markt dates back to a privilege granted in the 16th century and has established itself over the centuries as the central trading and festival day of the Vorderhunsrück. Originally, it was a livestock and farmers' market where surrounding villages traded cattle, pigs, horses, tools, and seeds. Today, the mix is diverse: clothing, household goods, tools, leather goods, shoes, toys, sweets, regional food products, direct marketers, and handicrafts line the street.

Over 400 Traders Over Two Kilometres

In a single day, over 400 market traders set up their stalls on the B 327, which is converted into a market street, and in Bell's side streets. The market stretches for several kilometres and is divided into thematic areas. It's often said that you can buy everything you need for your household or farm here all year round.

Amusement Rides and Folk Festival Programme

Alongside the general market, showmen set up a complete amusement park: Ferris wheel, chain carousel, dodgems, haunted house, shooting galleries, sweet stalls, bratwurst and chip stands. For children, there are special rides, bouncy castles, and sweet stands. Stages provide musical entertainment, and catering tents with draft beer, wine, and hearty food round off the offerings.

Bell and the Vorderhunsrück

The small municipality of Bell in the Hunsrück, not to be confused with the similarly named village in the Eifel, is conveniently located on the Hunsrückhöhenstraße B 327, which runs from Koblenz to Idar-Oberstein through the Hunsrück highlands. With around 1,100 inhabitants, Bell is regionally known for its record-breaking market. On normal days, it's a quiet Hunsrück village – on market day, it transforms into the region's centre.