Klangtherapie Festival
Techno, Workshop, and Utopia Festival in the Franconian Switzerland
About Klangtherapie
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More Than a Techno Festival
The Klangtherapie Festival is one of the most important independent workshop and techno festivals in Southern Germany. Since 2003 (according to the organizers, "for over 20 years"), a community of around 7,000 visitors has gathered at the beginning of August on the "Feld der Ehre" (Field of Honor) – a 20-hectare clearing and meadow area in Scherleithen near Plankenfels, in the heart of the Franconian Switzerland, District of Bayreuth, Bavaria.
The festival follows the famous Fusion Festival motto: "Four Days Techno • Love • Utopia." Unlike commercial large festivals, it sees itself as a political-utopian experiment: no sponsorship by spirit brands, supported by, among others, the Bundeskulturfond (Federal Cultural Foundation), with solidarity tickets, reduced tickets for low-income individuals, and an active volunteer program.
Five Stages, All Varieties of Electronic Music
Over 100 international and national DJs and live acts perform on five stages. The spectrum includes:
- Techno and Tech-House – Main Stage
- Trance, Psytrance, Goa – dedicated areas
- Drum & Bass, Jungle, Breakbeat
- Downtempo, Ambient, Dub
- Live Bands with genres ranging from Groove to Hip-Hop to Punk
Over 70 Workshops and a Wellness Area
During the day, the festival shifts to the workshop area: yoga, meditation, breathwork, dance, improv theater, Ecstatic Dance, awareness training, queer-feminist discussion rounds, political education, singing bowls, massage, arts and crafts. A dedicated wellness area with a sauna, as well as a separate family area with children's programming, complete the concept.
Awareness and Solidarity
The Klangtherapie Festival implements active awareness structures: trained staff, safer spaces, anonymous drug checking information, and a clear anti-discrimination policy. Through the solidarity ticket system (€200), higher-income guests finance reduced minimal tickets (€125) for those with less money.
Plankenfels and Surroundings
Plankenfels is a municipality of 1,200 inhabitants in the district of Bayreuth, located in the middle of the castle and rock landscape of the Franconian Switzerland. The festival grounds are on the outskirts of the village, surrounded by forests and meadows. Those arriving early can use the region for hiking and climbing (Wiesenttal, Pottenstein).
Klangtherapie — edition 2026
The Klangtherapie Festival 2026 takes place from August 6 to 10, 2026, on the 20-hectare Feld der Ehre in Scherleithen near Plankenfels. Four full days of festival programming between techno, consciousness culture, and utopia.
The five stages include techno and tech-house main stages, trance/psytrance floors, a drum & bass area, and downtempo/ambient zones. The extensive workshop program offers over 70 sessions ranging from yoga and meditation to queer-feminist discussions and awareness training. Tickets start at Phase 1 for €170 (standard), €125 (minimal ticket for low-income individuals), or €200 (solidarity ticket).
Programme Klangtherapie 2026
Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Arrival & Warm-up
- Campsite opens in the morning
- First workshops and sauna open
- Opening set on the main stage
Friday, August 7, 2026
- Morning – Yoga, meditation, breakfast acoustic set
- Afternoon – Workshops, wellness area
- Night – Full program on all 5 stages, techno and psytrance floors
Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Political education, discussion panels, creative workshops
- Live bands from the evening onwards
- Headline sets on the main stage and trance floor until morning
Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Family area program
- Downtempo/Ambient day in the sauna area
- Closing sets at night
Monday, August 10, 2026 – Departure
- Morning – Breakfast, packing up, awareness brunch
Highlights Klangtherapie 2026
- 5 stages, 100+ DJs, live acts, and bands
- 20-hectare "Feld der Ehre" site with meadows and forest areas
- Over 70 workshops – yoga, meditation, awareness, political education, creativity
- Wellness area with sauna
- Family area with children's program
- Solidarity ticket system for low-income individuals
- Camping included
- Supported by the Bundeskulturfond (Federal Cultural Foundation)
Prices Klangtherapie 2026
Phase 1 (until June 7, 2026): €170. Solidarity Ticket: €200. Minimal Ticket (Low-income): €125. Group discounts available. Camping included in the ticket price. Early Bird and Super Early Bird tickets already sold out. Volunteers may receive free entry.
Practical information — Klangtherapie
Getting There
Train: Nearest train stations are Bayreuth Hbf or Hollfeld (regional services), with shuttle service or carpooling from there. The festival organizes travel carpooling in collaboration with the community.
Car: A9 exit Trockau or Pegnitz, then B470 towards Hollfeld. Follow signs for "Klangtherapie" from Plankenfels. On-site parking available.
Camping & Accommodation
Camping is included in the ticket price. Cabins, caravans, and small tents are permitted.
Tickets
Phase 1 (until June 7): €170. Solidarity Ticket: €200. Minimal Ticket: €125. Group discounts available. Camping included.
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Where it takes place Klangtherapie
Feld der Ehre, Scherleithen 5
Scherleithen 5, 95515 Plankenfels