Hörder Frühling Dortmund
Flower Market, Farmers' Market, Medieval Market and Funfair in the Hörde District
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Hörder Frühling — Spring Kick-off in Dortmund's South
When the first warm days sweep across the Ruhr Area, the Hörder Frühling ushers in the festival season in the Dortmund-Hörde district. From April 17th to 19th, 2026, the center of Hörde, around the iconic "Schlanke Mathilde" figure, Hermannstraße, Stiftsplatz, Rathausstraße, Friedrich-Ebert-Platz, and Alfred-Trappen-Straße, will become a three-day stage for spring enjoyment.
Four Themed Worlds in One District
The concept interlocks four experience worlds that together make up the charm of the Hörder Frühling:
- Funfair with children's carousels at the Schlanke Mathilde, dodgems, roller coaster, and the adrenaline ride "Rock'n'Roll" at Stiftsplatz
- Flower Market and Farmers' Market (Sat + Sun) on Hermannstraße — regional producers, spring blooms, herbs, plants
- Medieval Market with Stage at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz, including fire eaters on Saturday evening
- International Food Stalls along the markets, plus local Phoenix beer from the Hörder Brauverein
Opening with Barrel Tapping
The Hörder Frühling starts on Friday, April 17th, 2026, at 3 PM with the traditional barrel tapping. Afterwards, the Hörder Brauverein will serve free Phoenix beer, and for 30 minutes, the amusement rides can be used for free — a popular start for families.
Dortmund-Hörde — From Steel Location to Vibrant District
The district of Hörde in southern Dortmund (North Rhine-Westphalia) has a eventful history. Until 2001, the Hörder Hütte steelworks stood here — a symbol of heavy industry. Today, the Phoenix See, an artificial lake on the former blast furnace site, shapes the image of the neighborhood. The Hörder Frühling is an expression of this revival — a well-attended district festival with its own identity.
Hands-on Workshops for Children
At Friedrich-Ebert-Platz, the medieval market offers free hands-on workshops for children: blacksmithing, leatherwork, and clay building are on the program. A fire-eating spectacle on Saturday evening rounds off the medieval experience.
Hörder Frühling — edition 2026
The Hörder Frühling 2026 runs from Friday, April 17th, to Sunday, April 19th. It opens with barrel tapping at 3 PM — followed by 30 minutes of free rides on the carousels. Over the three days, markets, funfair attractions, and hands-on stations are spread across Hörde's central squares and streets.
Programme Hörder Frühling 2026
Friday, April 17, 2026 — Opening (3 PM–10 PM)
- 3:00 PM — Barrel Tapping to open the event
- Followed by 30 minutes of free rides
- Free pouring of Phoenix beer from Hörder Brauverein
- Opening of the medieval market at Friedrich-Ebert-Platz
Saturday, April 18, 2026 (11 AM–10 PM)
- Flower and farmers' market on Hermannstraße
- Medieval market with fire-eating spectacle in the evening
- Hands-on workshops for children: blacksmithing, leatherwork, clay building
- Funfair at Schlanke Mathilde and Stiftsplatz: dodgems, roller coaster, "Rock'n'Roll"
- International food stalls, local gastronomy
Sunday, April 19, 2026 (11 AM–7 PM)
- Flower and farmers' market continues
- Open shopping in Hörde, 1 PM–6 PM
- Family program at the medieval market
- Closing evening with funfair atmosphere
Highlights Hörder Frühling 2026
- Barrel tapping + 30 minutes of free rides at the opening
- Medieval market with fire-eating spectacle
- Free children's workshops (blacksmithing, leatherwork, clay building)
- Open shopping Sunday in Hörde
- Free admission
Prices Hörder Frühling 2026
Free admission. Rides and stalls have individual prices. Hands-on workshops at the medieval market are free.
Practical information — Hörder Frühling
Getting There
S-Bahn line S5 to Dortmund-Hörde station (10 min from Central Station). U-Bahn line U41 to the terminus Clarenberg, then a 5-min walk. By car: A40 or B54, exit Hörde-Zentrum. Parking garages at Phoenix See.
Admission
Free admission to all areas. Rides have individual prices, hands-on workshops at the medieval market are free.
Opening Hours
Friday 3 PM–10 PM, Saturday 11 AM–10 PM, Sunday 11 AM–7 PM. On Sunday (April 19th), there is also open shopping in Hörde from 1 PM to 6 PM.
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Where it takes place Hörder Frühling
Innenstadt Dortmund-Hörde (Friedrich-Ebert-Platz, Stiftsplatz, Hermannstraße)
Friedrich-Ebert-Platz, 44263 Dortmund