Erlanger Augustmarkt
Traditional market on the Schlossplatz since 1694
About Augustmarkt
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Market Tradition Since 1694
The Erlanger Augustmarkt is one of Bavaria's oldest markets with an uninterrupted history: Since 1694, meaning for over 330 years, it has taken place annually in high summer. The market has its permanent place on the Schlossplatz, which offers a unique backdrop with its baroque palace complex and historic facades.
What You'll Find There
The stalls offer a wide range of goods: kitchen utensils, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, regional Franconian specialties, and of course, the famous Erlanger Kreisbier. The market sees itself as a mix of a utility goods market, a tasting exchange for regional products, and a summer meeting place in the shade of the Schlossplatz buildings.
In Conjunction with the Poetenfest
The Augustmarkt traditionally falls within the period of the Erlanger Poetenfest, one of Germany's most renowned literary events. Those who visit the market should ideally combine it with the readings, discussions, and literary walks that the Poetenfest offers throughout the city center. This interplay of trade, culture, and literature shapes the very unique character of this Erlanger August week.
Erlangen, Bavaria, Middle Franconia
Erlangen is a university city in the state of Bavaria, administrative region of Middle Franconia. With its baroque margravial city structure and the significant Friedrich Alexander University, it is culturally profiled far beyond its size – the Augustmarkt embodies this character between civic tradition and academic spirit.
Augustmarkt — edition 2026
Eight Market Days in Summer
From August 20 to 27, 2026, the Schlossplatz will be a marketplace daily. Opening hours vary by weekday: Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM, Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Sales Offerings
The stalls offer a colorful variety of useful and beautiful items: kitchen utensils, ceramics, Franconian specialties, jewelry, clothing. Popular are the Erlanger Kreisbier and snacks at several stalls.
Parallel to the Poetenfest
The 30th Erlanger Poetenfest takes place concurrently with the market – an ideal opportunity to combine both.
Programme Augustmarkt 2026
Augustmarkt 2026 Opening Hours
- Thursday, Aug 20 – Opening 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Friday, Aug 21 – 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Saturday, Aug 22 – 9:00 AM–8:00 PM (extended)
- Sunday, Aug 23 – 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Monday, Aug 24 – 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Tuesday, Aug 25 – 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Wednesday, Aug 26 – 9:00 AM–6:30 PM
- Thursday, Aug 27 – 9:00 AM–6:30 PM (Final Day)
Assortment
- Kitchen utensils and household goods
- Ceramics and pottery
- Jewelry and textiles
- Franconian specialties and Erlanger Kreisbier at snack stands
Parallel Program
- Erlanger Poetenfest – Readings and discussions in the city center
Highlights Augustmarkt 2026
- Market tradition since 1694 (over 330 years)
- Setting: baroque Erlanger Schlossplatz
- Erlanger Kreisbier and Franconian specialties
- Parallel: 30th Erlanger Poetenfest
- Eight market days, Saturdays and Sundays until 8 PM
Prices Augustmarkt 2026
Free admission to the market. Prices at individual stalls vary by vendor.
Practical information — Augustmarkt
Getting There
Train: Erlangen Main Station, 5 minutes on foot to Schlossplatz. Car: A 73 Bamberg–Nuremberg, exit Erlangen-Nord. Parking at the train station or in the city center parking garages.
Admission
Free admission to the market. Payment for goods directly at the stalls.
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Where it takes place Augustmarkt
Schlossplatz Erlangen
Schlossplatz, 91054 Erlangen