Betschbacher Kerb with Mondscheinmarkt
Traditional Höcherbergstadt fair with night-time Mondscheinmarkt
About Betschbacher Kerb
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Höcherbergstadt Celebrates its Fair
Bexbach proudly bears two nicknames: 'Höcherbergstadt' (High Mountain Town) due to its prominent local mountain, the Höcherberg (391 m), and 'Blumenstadt' (Flower Town) because of its famous flower garden. With just under 17,000 inhabitants, Bexbach is one of the mid-sized towns in the Saarpfalz district — and it celebrates its traditional Kerb (Kirchweih/fair), the Betschbacher Kerb, every year in September on the central Aloys-Nesseler-Platz.
Mondscheinmarkt on Friday — The Signature Event
What sets the Betschbacher Kerb apart from many other Saarland fairs is the Mondscheinmarkt on Friday evening. Instead of just a fair focused on rides, Bexbach combines the Volksfest (folk festival) with a high-quality craft market: From 5 PM to 10 PM, exhibitors and craftspeople from Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Lorraine present handmade jewelry, decorations, ceramics, mosaic art, and works in wood, glass, concrete, and metal. Alongside these, there are culinary specialties — from Saarland classics to French crêpes and specialties from the Palatinate region.
Keg Tapping Ceremony and Saturday Opening
The official start to the weekend is traditionally marked by the keg tapping ceremony by Bexbach's mayor, Christian Prech, on Saturday at 6 PM. The fairground remains in full operation until Sunday — with a children's carousel, shooting galleries, game stalls, food and sweet stands, and a stage program featuring local music groups.
Flea Market on Sunday Morning
To round things off, the traditional Kerb flea market opens its doors on Sunday morning. Private sellers from Bexbach and the surrounding area present bric-a-brac, antiques, collectibles, and vintage items. It's a great opportunity for bargain hunters and a relaxed Sunday morning followed by lunch at the fair.
Bexbach in the Saarpfalz District
Bexbach is located in the Saarpfalz district in eastern Saarland, right on the border with Rhineland-Palatinate. The town is known for its flower garden, the Bexbach swimming pool, and, of course, its traditional town events — besides the Betschbacher Kerb, also the City Fest in June and the Flower Garden Festival. To truly understand the identity of the Saarpfalz district, one cannot overlook Bexbach.
Betschbacher Kerb — edition 2026
The city of Bexbach is organizing the Kerb in its usual manner. The Mondscheinmarkt on Friday attracts numerous exhibitors and visitors from Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Lorraine every year. Saturday and Sunday feature children's carousels, shooting galleries, and stage programs for a classic fair atmosphere.
Programme Betschbacher Kerb 2026
Friday, September 18, 2026 — Mondscheinmarkt
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM — Mondscheinmarkt at Aloys-Nesseler-Platz
- Craftspeople from Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, and France
- Jewelry, ceramics, mosaic, wood, glass, concrete, and metal works
- Culinary specialties and drinks
Saturday, September 19, 2026 — Kerb Opening
- 6:00 PM — Keg tapping ceremony by Mayor Christian Prech
- Full operation of the Kerb with children's carousel, shooting galleries, game stalls
- Food, sweet, and drink stands
- Stage program with local music groups
- Full operation until late evening
Sunday, September 20, 2026 — Flea Market
- Late morning until noon — Large Kerb flea market around Aloys-Nesseler-Platz
- Full operation of Kerb stands and rides
- Family program in the afternoon
- Evening — Conclusion of the Kerb
More detailed information on the 2026 program — especially stage acts and flea market registration — is available on the website of the City of Bexbach.
Highlights Betschbacher Kerb 2026
- Mondscheinmarkt on Friday — crafts and culinary delights
- Keg tapping ceremony by Mayor Christian Prech
- Traditional Kerb flea market on Sunday
- Free admission
Prices Betschbacher Kerb 2026
Free admission. Rides, market, and food are subject to charge.
Practical information — Betschbacher Kerb
Getting There
By car via the A6 (Bexbach exit) or A8 (Homburg exit, then B40). Parking available in Bexbach's town center around Aloys-Nesseler-Platz.
By Train
Bexbach station (DB), connection via the Pfälzische Maximiliansbahn (Saarbrücken–Homburg–Mannheim). Approx. 5 minutes walk from the station to Aloys-Nesseler-Platz.
Admission
Free admission to the Kerb and the Mondscheinmarkt. Food, rides, and market goods are subject to charge.
Opening Hours
Friday Mondscheinmarkt: 5 PM–10 PM. Saturday Kerb opening at 6 PM with keg tapping ceremony, followed by full operation. Sunday flea market from morning, Kerb until evening.
On-site
Children's carousel, shooting galleries, stage program. Food and drink stands around the square. Family-friendly. Limited seating.
Contact
City of Bexbach, Events: Tel. (06826) 529-144 / -141, [email protected].
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Where it takes place Betschbacher Kerb
Aloys-Nesseler-Platz Bexbach
Aloys-Nesseler-Platz, 66450 Bexbach