Medieval Market Bad Rothenfelde 2026

Medieval Times at the New Graduation Tower

The Medieval Market Bad Rothenfelde takes place against the unique backdrop of the New Graduation Tower — a 412-meter-long salt production structure, considered one of the most significant technical monuments in the Osnabrück region. The shade of the blackthorn bundles creates an almost archaic atmosphere for medieval activities.

Four Days of Medieval Life

From Thursday, May 14th, to Sunday, May 17th, 2026, the market spans four days. The opening hours are generous: Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM, Friday 2 PM to 10 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM, Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM. This allows for visits after work.

Fire Show, Sword Fighting, Music

The program includes a fire show every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 9:30 PM — the highlight of each evening. During the day, sword fighting demonstrations, medieval music groups, jugglers, and storytellers offer entertaining performances. Camp life and historical craft demonstrations complete the offerings.

Market Crafts and Culinary Delights

Over 100 artisans, traders, and camp dwellers showcase mead brewing, blacksmithing, leatherwork, fabric weaving, and historical toys. The culinary stalls serve spit-roasted pork knuckle, stick bread, mead, beer, and hearty pies — all prepared in a way conceivable in the Middle Ages.

Bad Rothenfelde — Spa Town with Character

Bad Rothenfelde is a state-recognized brine spa town nestled in the Teutoburg Forest. The two graduation towers define the townscape, and the Salt Market in June and the Medieval Market in May are among the annual highlights. Those wishing to combine culture and spa treatments will find Bad Rothenfelde a special place.