Karneval Mayen – Rosenmontagszug
Grand Rosenmontagszug on 16.02.2026 through the city center of Mayen with 11 floats, 32 walking groups, and 5 music bands
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The Mayen Carnival is part of the vibrant Fastnacht (Carnival) tradition of northern Rhineland-Palatinate, in the transition zone between Rhenish Carnival and Mainz Fastnacht. The highlight of the Mayen season is the Rosenmontagszug (Rose Monday Parade), which takes place every year through the city center of the Eifel town, attracting thousands of visitors from the region and beyond.
The Alte Große Mayener Karnevalsgesellschaft organizes the event with a long tradition. The 2026 edition includes 11 floats, 32 walking groups, and 5 music bands. This scale makes the parade one of the largest in the region between Koblenz, Andernach, and the Eifel.
Already on Carnival Saturday (February 14, 2026), the children's parade takes place on the market square at 2:11 PM – a smaller parade specifically for children, families, and schools. Here too, there are guards, music groups, and clubs, in a more child-friendly, shorter format.
The Rosenmontagszug on February 16, 2026, traditionally begins at 1:11 PM. The route leads from Koblenzer Straße via Bachstraße, Wittbende, Habsburgring, Marktstraße, Neustraße, and Boemundring to the market square. Several kilometers through the historic city center with its medieval core and Genovevaburg castle as a landmark.
The parade is accompanied by Mayen Fastnacht sayings like “Helau” (Rhenish battle cry), abundant Kamelle (sweets) throwing, and musical contributions from the bands. Political and social themes are often addressed on the floats; individual clubs and carnival societies showcase their guards, Funkenmariechen (sparkling maids), and dance groups.
After the parade, the festive community retreats to the numerous pubs, festival halls, and club rooms, where Carnival continues to be celebrated until the late evening hours. The Mayen Rosenmontagszug represents a traditional, lively Fastnacht culture that equally cherishes the heritage of the Eifel and Rhine regions.
Rosenmontagszug Mayen — edition 2026
The 2026 edition offers two parades: the child-friendly children's parade on Carnival Saturday and the grand Rosenmontagszug. The participation with 11 floats, 32 walking groups, and 5 music bands makes the Rosenmontagszug one of the largest in the region between Koblenz and the Eifel.
The route leads from Koblenzer Straße via Bachstraße, Wittbende, Habsburgring, Marktstraße, Neustraße, and Boemundring to the market square. Numerous streets in the city center are closed – details on traffic regulations will be published by the city of Mayen in due time.
Programme Rosenmontagszug Mayen 2026
Mayen Carnival 2026
Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Carnival Saturday
- 2:11 PM: Children's parade on the market square
- Following: Children's program, performances by the guards
Monday, February 16, 2026 – Rose Monday
- 1:11 PM: Start of the Rosenmontagszug from Koblenzer Straße
- Route: Koblenzer Straße – Bachstraße – Wittbende – Habsburgring – Marktstraße – Neustraße – Boemundring – Marktplatz
- Participants: 11 floats, 32 walking groups, 5 music bands
- After the parade: further Carnival celebrations in restaurants and club rooms
Organizer
Alte Große Mayener Karnevalsgesellschaft.
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Dates 2026
Carnival Saturday, February 14, 2026: Children's parade at 2:11 PM on the market square. Rose Monday, February 16, 2026: Rosenmontagszug at 1:11 PM starting from Koblenzer Straße.
Parade Route
Koblenzer Straße – Bachstraße – Wittbende – Habsburgring – Marktstraße – Neustraße – Boemundring – Marktplatz.
Getting There
Mayen-Ost train station on the Andernach–Gerolstein line. By car via the A48 (Mayen exit) or the B262. Numerous streets in the city center are closed during the parade – arrival by public transport or parking on the outskirts is recommended. Detailed traffic regulations will be published by the city of Mayen in due time.
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 or pouch to collect Kamelle. Families often find better viewing spots on the market square and in side streets. Arrive early.
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