Kirchweih Bechhofen
Hüttenzauber-Kerwa at the Market Square in the Franconian Lake District
About Kerwa Bechhofen
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Hut Magic at the Market Square
The Kerwa Bechhofen is held every year by the municipality of Markt Bechhofen in the district of Ansbach, Bavaria, on the fourth weekend of July. The venue is the market square in the historic town centre. Instead of a classic marquee, the organisers have opted for the 'Hüttenzauber' concept for several years now: a series of cosy wooden huts with seating, bars, and alpine decorations give the Kerwa a special beer garden atmosphere in the middle of the old town.
Community Festival and Municipal Identity
The Kerwa explicitly sees itself as a community festival that strengthens the identity of the market town with its approximately 25 districts. A central part of the programme is therefore the grand parade on Friday (opening day) or Sunday, in which local clubs, traditional costume groups, fire brigades, and children's pipe bands from Bechhofen, Königshofen, Birkenfels, Großenried, Liebersdorf, and many other districts participate.
Brush Cup Olympics and Programme
A humorous highlight is the Kerwa 'Pinselpokal-Olympiade' (Brush Cup Olympics): teams from clubs and circles of friends compete in quirky disciplines related to Bechhofen's Middle Franconian brush-making tradition. In addition, there is a children's and family flea market, live music on all evenings, a morning pint ('Frühschoppen') on Sunday, and a grand fireworks display to conclude the festival on Sunday evening.
Brush Town with Tradition
Bechhofen is considered a historic town for brush and broom making. As early as the 18th century, the cloth merchant Konrad Niederhauser founded the tradition of brush making, which remains one of the defining trades in the town to this day. The 'Pinselpokal-Olympiade' playfully references this identity and makes it tangible for guests.
Festival Weekend in the Franconian Lake District
Bechhofen is located west of the Franconian Lake District, a tourist region around the Altmühlsee, Brombachsee, and Rothsee lakes. The Kerwa weekend can be combined well with a weekend by the lake or a cycling tour through the Middle Franconian hill country.
- When: Fourth weekend of July, Friday to Monday
- Where: Marktplatz, 91572 Bechhofen
- Admission: Free
- Highlight: Kerwa-Pinselpokal-Olympiade and Sunday fireworks
Kerwa Bechhofen — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the 'Hüttenzauber' concept from previous years: wooden huts with bars and alpine decorations transform the market square into a cosy beer garden. The Kerwa opens on Friday evening with the grand parade of local clubs through Bechhofen, followed by the beer tapping ceremony.
On Saturday, the 3rd Kerwa Brush Cup Olympics will take place, alongside live music in the hut beer garden. Sunday begins with a 'Frühschoppen' and a children's and family flea market, with the grand fireworks display being the highlight in the evening. Monday offers a relaxed end to the festival as a closing event ('Kehraus').
Programme Kerwa Bechhofen 2026
Friday, July 24, 2026: Parade of local clubs through Bechhofen, beer tapping ceremony at the Market Square, first 'Hüttenzauber' evening with live music.
Saturday, July 25, 2026: 3rd Kerwa Brush Cup Olympics in the afternoon, followed by a live band and dance evening in the hut beer garden.
Sunday, July 26, 2026: 'Frühschoppen' with brass music, children's and family flea market, lunch specials, family entertainment; in the evening, a grand fireworks display over the Market Square.
Monday, July 27, 2026: Closing event ('Kehraus') with live music, festival concludes late in the evening.
Highlights Kerwa Bechhofen 2026
- 'Hüttenzauber' beer garden at the Market Square
- Grand parade of local clubs on Friday
- 3rd Kerwa Brush Cup Olympics with quirky disciplines
- Children's and family flea market on Sunday
- Grand fireworks display on Sunday evening
- Live music on all four evenings
Prices Kerwa Bechhofen 2026
Admission to Kerwa Bechhofen 2026 is free. Drink vouchers available in advance offer a 10% discount. Club members and participants in the parade receive additional free drinks. Registration for the parade is via the administration of Markt Bechhofen.
Practical information — Kerwa Bechhofen
Getting There
Bechhofen is located in the district of Ansbach in Middle Franconia, about 20 kilometres southwest of Ansbach. By car via the A 6 (exit Lichtenau) and the B 25/B 13. By train to Ansbach and then take bus 805 to Bechhofen. Parking is available on the outskirts of town – the festival grounds at the market square are reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Admission
Admission to the Kerwa Bechhofen is free. Drink vouchers available in advance offer a 10% discount. Club members and participants in the parade receive additional free drinks.
Tips
Those who want to experience the fireworks on Sunday evening in all their glory should find a spot in the 'Hüttenzauber' beer garden in the late afternoon. The 'Pinselpokal-Olympiade' on Saturday is an insider tip for guests who appreciate humour.
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Marktplatz Bechhofen
Marktplatz, 91572 Bechhofen