Andernach Carnival – Rose Monday Parade
One of the largest Rose Monday parades in Rhineland-Palatinate with over 1,000 participants – Starts on 16.02.2026, 2:11 PM, Schillerring
About Rosenmontagszug Andernach
The Andernach Rose Monday Parade is one of the largest and most traditional carnival parades in northern Rhineland-Palatinate. Andernach, the former imperial city on the Middle Rhine between Koblenz and Bonn, boasts a long Rhenish carnival tradition that unfolds in the city center on Rose Monday.
Over 1,000 participants in floats, walking groups, music bands, guards, and Funkenmariechen (carnival dancers) march through the city streets. This scale makes the Andernach parade a significant carnival event of supra-regional importance. The parade starts on Rose Monday, February 16, 2026, at 2:11 PM at Schillerring.
The Andernach Carnival Societies – several traditional clubs, each with their own guards, galas, and floats – jointly organize the parade. Political and social themes are addressed on the floats, with artistic costumes and caricatures shaping the visual spectacle. Abundant Kamelle (sweets) throwing delights especially the children.
Already on Carnival Saturday, February 14, 2026, the traditional Rekrutenzug (Recruit Parade) takes place – a smaller, often particularly jester-like and ironic procession, which is a unique Andernach specialty. Sunday also brings further events, such as performances by the guards in halls or morning pint sessions.
In the Andernach districts, separate parades are organized, spreading the carnival spirit throughout the city: in Namedy on February 7, 2026, in Kell on February 13, 2026, and in Eich on February 15, 2026. These district parades are smaller but just as authentic and are usually organized by the local carnival clubs.
The Andernach Rose Monday Parade represents a vibrant carnival tradition on the Middle Rhine, supported by numerous clubs. With the historic backdrop of the former imperial city, the Mariendom cathedral in the background, and the Rhine promenade as a potential post-parade stroll destination, the day offers a complete carnival experience.
Rosenmontagszug Andernach — edition 2026
The 2026 season offers a packed program throughout the city: starting with Namedy on February 7, then Kell, Andernach Recruit Parade, Eich, culminating in the grand Rose Monday Parade. This geographical distribution makes the Andernach Carnival one of the most vibrant Fastnacht (carnival) traditions on the Middle Rhine.
The Rose Monday Parade itself features over 1,000 participants in floats, walking groups, guards, and music bands marching through the city center. Political and social themes are satirized on the floats. Detailed traffic regulations and the exact daily program will be published in advance by the city of Andernach and the carnival societies.
Programme Rosenmontagszug Andernach 2026
Andernach Carnival 2026
Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Parade in the district of Namedy
Friday, February 13, 2026
- Parade in the district of Kell
Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Carnival Saturday
- Recruit Parade Andernach
Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Parade in the district of Eich
Monday, February 16, 2026 – Rose Monday
- 2:11 PM: Start of the Rose Monday Parade from Schillerring
- Over 1,000 participants: Floats, walking groups, music bands, guards, Funkenmariechen
- Route through the city center of the former imperial city on the Middle Rhine
- After the parade: further carnival celebrations in restaurants and club halls
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Dates 2026
Saturday, February 7, 2026: Namedy Parade. Friday, February 13, 2026: Kell Parade. Saturday, February 14, 2026: Recruit Parade Andernach. Sunday, February 15, 2026: Eich Parade. Rose Monday, February 16, 2026: Rose Monday Parade 2:11 PM from Schillerring.
Getting There
Andernach train station on the left Rhine line (Cologne–Mainz), central location. By car via the A61 (Andernach exit) or the B9. Numerous streets in the city center are closed during the parades. Travel by public transport or park on the outskirts is recommended. Detailed traffic regulations will be published in advance.
Admission
Free admission along the roadside. Food and drinks available in shops, snack stands, and restaurants along the route.
Tips
Costumes are welcome. Bring a bag to collect the Kamelle. Arrive early, as the parade attracts many visitors. Families often find better vantage points in the side streets.
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