Öcher Osterbend (Spring Fair Aachen)
Aachen's big spring fair on Bendplatz — 17 days, Davy Jones Delirium, Wilde Maus, Ferris Wheel „Juwel“
About Öcher Osterbend
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Aachen's biggest Spring Fair
When spring arrives in the Rhineland, the Öcher Osterbend comes with it. On the Bendplatz at Süsterfeldstraße, the large festival area in the Hangeweiher district transforms into an amusement park that runs for over two weeks, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors from Aachen, the region, and even from Belgium and the Netherlands. "Öcher" — in Öcher Platt for "Aachener" — is the name of the festival, as it is deeply rooted in Aachen's city life.
April 4th-20th, 2026 — 17 Days of Fair
The 2026 edition runs from Saturday, April 4th to Monday, April 20th, 2026 — thus over the Easter weekend plus additional days. Daily from 2:00 PM:
- Monday to Thursday — 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday, as well as public holiday eves — 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM (midnight)
- Sunday — 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
The Major Rides 2026
- Davy Jones Delirium — one of the most impressive major rides on German funfairs today
- Wilde Maus — the classic roller coaster
- XXL-Autoscooter — oversized bumper cars
- Ferris Wheel „Juwel“ — Ferris wheel with panoramic views over Aachen
For Children and Families
- Children's rides like the „Circus Express“
- Children's Days: Tuesday, April 7th and Tuesday, April 14th — with costumed artists and special offers for children
- Family Days: Wednesday, April 8th and Wednesday, April 15th — 50 percent discount on all rides from 2:00 PM onwards
- Sensitive Day: Monday, April 13th, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM — reduced lights and volume, ideal for families with autistic children or people with sensory impairments
Closing Fireworks on April 20th
On the last day, Monday, April 20th, 2026, there will be the grand closing fireworks around 10:00 PM. Before that, from 2:00 PM onwards, there will be a 30 percent discount on all rides until 7:00 PM — those who come on the last day are doubly lucky: bargains and spectacle.
Öcher Carnival and Öcher Osterbend
Aachen has two major folk festival dates each year: the Öcher Fastelovvend (Carnival, intangible UNESCO cultural heritage) in winter and the Öcher Osterbend as its spring counterpart. Both use the designation "Öcher" — the typical Aachen self-identification — and are firm anchors of the city's identity.
Aachen — the Westernmost Major City
Aachen is located in the far west of North Rhine-Westphalia, on the border with Belgium and the Netherlands. As the seat of Charlemagne, with Aachen Cathedral as a UNESCO World Heritage site and RWTH Aachen as a major technical university, Aachen is a culturally and scientifically multifaceted city. The Bendplatz is located in the Hangeweiher district, easily accessible by public transport from the city center.
Öcher Osterbend — edition 2026
The 2026 edition features the established mix of major rides and several themed offers: Children's Days, Family Days with 50% discount, Sensitive Day with reduced light/sound, and the grand finale with 30% discount and fireworks. The organizer is Eurogress Aachen.
Programme Öcher Osterbend 2026
Opening Hours
- Daily from 2:00 PM
- Mon-Thu until 11:00 PM
- Fri/Sat and public holiday eves until 12:00 AM (midnight)
- Sunday until 11:00 PM
Major Rides 2026
- Davy Jones Delirium
- Wilde Maus
- XXL-Autoscooter
- Ferris Wheel „Juwel“
- Children's rides like the Circus Express
Themed Days
- Children's Days: Tue, April 7th, Tue, April 14th — costumed artists
- Family Days: Wed, April 8th, Wed, April 15th — 50% discount on all rides from 2 PM
- Sensitive Day: Mon, April 13th, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM — reduced lights and volume
- Last Day with Discount: Mon, April 20th — 30% on all rides until 7 PM
- Closing Fireworks: Mon, April 20th, approx. 10:00 PM
Current program changes at bend-aachen.de.
Highlights Öcher Osterbend 2026
- 17 days of spring fair over Easter
- Major rides: Davy Jones Delirium, Wilde Maus, XXL-Autoscooter, Ferris Wheel „Juwel“
- Family Days with 50% discount
- Sensitive Day with reduced light/sound
- Closing fireworks on April 20th
Prices Öcher Osterbend 2026
Free admission. Rides paid individually. Family Days 50% discount. Last day (April 20th) 30% discount until 7 PM.
Practical information — Öcher Osterbend
Getting There
By bus: Bus lines 7, 17, 27, 37, 47, or 147 go directly to Bendplatz. Lines 3, 33, 41, 43, 71 serve the nearby Westbahnhof. By car: A4 or A544 exit Aachen-Zentrum, parking nearby (paid). Prefer public transport — Bendplatz is very busy during the fair.
Admission
Free admission to the fairgrounds. Rides and food stalls are paid individually. Family Days 50% discount on all rides. Last day (April 20th): 30% discount until 7 PM.
Tip
For families with children: Wednesday, April 8th or 15th for 50 percent discount. For people with sensory sensitivities: Monday, April 13th afternoon (Sensitive Day with reduced light and sound). For the grand finale: April 20th evening at the Ferris wheel — best seats for the fireworks.
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Where it takes place Öcher Osterbend
Bendplatz Aachen
Bendplatz, Süsterfeldstraße 36, 52072 Aachen