Bergfest 2026 — Battle at the Monsterbowl

The Legendary Monsterbowl

The Berg Fidel Skatepark – also known as the "Monsterbowl" by insiders – is one of Germany's most important skateboarding monuments. Built in 1989 as one of the first real concrete bowls in Germany, it has shaped generations of skaters and enjoys an international reputation. The park is located in Münster's Berg Fidel district, a residential area in the south of the city.

Bergfest – The Revival

Bergfest is the skatepark's annual season highlight. After a 7-year hiatus, it was revived in 2023 by a skater initiative – and was an immediate success: in 2023 and 2024, Bergfest attracted over 1,500 visitors each year, many traveling from across Germany's skate scene. The 2026 edition takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11 AM.

Program – Contest, Music, Atmosphere

The festival runs all day Saturday:

• Skateboard Contest "Battle at the Monsterbowl" – Main attraction. Categories usually Amateur and Pro, Best Trick contests, Bowl sessions. Prizes from local skate shops and sponsors.
• Live Music – Punk, Indie, Hardcore bands from Münster's underground and beyond. DJ sets.
• Food and Beer – Food trucks and beer stands from local breweries.
• Skate Sessions outside the contest – Open bowl sessions for everyone present.

Münster Skateboarding e.V.

The organizer is the non-profit Münster Skateboarding e.V. – the association responsible for the maintenance and operation of the Monsterbowl. Membership, donations, and sponsorship from local businesses fund the bowl's upkeep and the annual event. The association is part of a nationwide network of skate initiatives.

Berg Fidel – A District Between Rebellion and Family Life

The Berg Fidel district in southern Münster has a remarkable character: a livable neighborhood with a high proportion of social housing, yet home to one of Germany's most distinctive skateboarding scenes. The Monsterbowl is a neighborhood institution – a meeting point for skaters from all over Germany and, at the same time, a familiar playground for the local community.

History – Since 1989

Built in 1989 as part of a citizen initiative, the Berg Fidel Bowl is now one of Germany's oldest continuously operated skateboarding facilities. Its precise geometry and depth make it one of the most challenging facilities – not suitable for beginners, but a pilgrimage site for pro skaters.