Name: Erfurter Altstadtfrühling 2026
Start: 2026-03-28T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-12T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Domplatz Erfurt

Altstadtfrühling Erfurt

About Altstadtfrühling Erfurt

From March 28 to April 12, 2026, Erfurt's Domplatz will transform into a spring Volksfest (traditional funfair) with 58 showman businesses. The opening of Erfurt's Volksfest season, featuring the Fortress Tower (Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower, approx. 80m), Wilder Maus, Robotix-Looping with fire effects, and the new Dschungel-Camp. Around 300,000 visitors annually. Closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Monday Easter Bunny visit 2-5 PM.

Dates 28 Mar — 12 Apr 2026

Venue Erfurt (16051)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Altstadtfrühling Erfurt — edition 2026

The 2026 Erfurter Altstadtfrühling runs from March 28 to April 12 on Domplatz. 58 showman businesses featuring the Fortress Tower (Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower), Wilder Maus, Robotix with fire effects, and the new Dschungel-Camp. Closed on Good Friday, Easter Bunny visit Easter Sunday/Monday 2-5 PM. Opening Saturday, March 28, 3 PM.

2026 Edition

The 2026 edition spans 16 days and brings together 58 showman businesses against the backdrop of Erfurt Cathedral. New to the programme: the multi-story Dschungel-Camp as a new adventure attraction. The Fortress Tower remains the spectacular highlight — Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower with a height of approx. 80m.

The 2026 Altstadtfrühling includes the Easter period: on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, the Easter Bunny visits families at the festival grounds, distributing surprises and Easter ride vouchers. The festival grounds are closed on Good Friday.

Highlights Altstadtfrühling Erfurt 2026

Spring Volksfest on Erfurt's Domplatz against the backdrop of the Gothic Cathedral
58 showman businesses
Fortress Tower — Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower
New in 2026: Dschungel-Camp adventure attraction
Wilde Maus, Robotix with fire effects, Ferris wheel
Easter Bunny on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday 2-5 PM
Opening of the Erfurt Volksfest season
Approximately 300,000 visitors annually

Programme Altstadtfrühling Erfurt 2026

Opening — Saturday, March 28, 2026

3:00 PM: Official opening ceremony on Domplatz
Start of festival operations on all rides

Rides and Attractions 2026

Fortress Tower — Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower (approx. 80m)
Wilde Maus — family-friendly roller coaster
Robotix — Looping with fire effects
Dschungel-Camp — new in 2026, multi-story adventure facility
Ferris wheel, dodgems, carousels, children's rides
Game stalls, shooting galleries, lottery stalls
Food and drinks: Bratwurst, crêpes, cotton candy, gingerbread hearts, vegetarian options

Special Days

Good Friday, April 3, 2026 — closed
Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, 2-5 PM — Easter Bunny visit, distribution of surprises and Easter ride vouchers
Easter Monday, April 6, 2026, 2-5 PM — second Easter Bunny visit

Opening Hours

Weekdays: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Weekends and public holidays: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Prices Altstadtfrühling Erfurt 2026

Free entry to the festival grounds. Rides and food at showman prices (approx. €4-8 per ride). Family discount packages available on several rides.

Practical information

Practical information — Altstadtfrühling Erfurt

Date 2026

March 28 to April 12, 2026.

Opening Hours

Weekdays 2-10 PM. Weekends 11 AM-10 PM. Closed on Good Friday (April 3, 2026).

Opening

Saturday, March 28, 2026, 3 PM — official opening ceremony on Domplatz.

Location

Domplatz Erfurt, 99084 Erfurt.

Admission

Free entry to the festival grounds. Rides and food at showman prices.

Getting There

By train: Erfurt Hbf ICE station, then approx. 10 min. walk or tram lines 3, 4, or 6 to Domplatz. Parking in the Domplatz or Anger car parks.

Dogs and Hygiene

Dogs only allowed on a leash and with a muzzle on the festival grounds.

Opening of the Erfurt Volksfest Season

For decades, the Erfurter Altstadtfrühling has opened the Volksfest season of Thuringia's state capital. From March 28 to April 12, 2026, Domplatz Erfurt — Europe's largest medieval square and the city's landmark — will transform into a colourful festival mile with rides, carousels, food stalls, and family entertainment. With around 300,000 visitors annually, the festival is one of Thuringia's most visited spring events.

58 Showman Businesses and Spectacular Rides

The 2026 Altstadtfrühling brings together 58 showman businesses with classic and spectacular rides:

Fortress Tower — Germany's tallest mobile free-fall tower (approx. 80m high) offers a clear view over the Cathedral, St. Severus Church, and the old town before the plunge
Wilde Maus — family-friendly roller coaster with fast turns
Robotix — looping attraction with fire effects
Dschungel-Camp — new in 2026, multi-story jungle adventure facility
Classic carousels, Ferris wheel, dodgems, and children's rides

Domplatz as a Spectacular Backdrop

What makes the Altstadtfrühling special among German spring festivals is its unique location: Domplatz Erfurt. As the Ferris wheels turn, the Gothic Cathedral and St. Severus Church rise in the background on the Domberg hill. The combination of showman artistry and medieval city architecture creates an atmosphere unmatched by any other spring Volksfest in Germany.

Easter at the Festival Grounds

As the festival includes the Easter period, there are special family offers: on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, the Easter Bunny visits the festival grounds between 2 PM and 5 PM, distributing surprises and Easter ride vouchers. The festival grounds are closed on Good Friday out of respect for the solemn holiday.

Erfurt — Thuringia's State Capital

The state capital Erfurt (approx. 215,000 inhabitants) is located in the centre of the state of Thuringia. The medieval old town with Domplatz, Krämerbrücke, and Augustinian Monastery is among the best-preserved in Germany. Visitors to the Altstadtfrühling often combine the Volksfest with a stroll through the old town or a visit to the Augustinian Monastery, the former place of work of Martin Luther.