Rintelner Maimesse
Traditional Spring Funfair in Rinteln's Historic Old Town
About Maimesse Rinteln
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Welcome to the Month of May
The Maimesse traditionally begins in Rinteln on May 1st, marking the start of the spring funfair season in the Weser Uplands. The combination of classic funfair nostalgia and the medieval old town backdrop with its half-timbered buildings gives the event a special character. Showmen from Lower Saxony and neighboring states travel with their rides and transform the central squares and alleys of the old town into a colorful entertainment mile for four festive days.
Rides and Gastronomy
The offerings range from traditional chain carousels and Ferris wheels to dodgems and modern thrill rides, as well as children's rides. Food stalls serve bratwurst, fries, candied almonds, crêpes, cotton candy, and gingerbread hearts, along with beer, lemonade, and non-alcoholic refreshments. Market stalls offer sweets, toys, souvenirs, and typical funfair trinkets.
Old Town Flair as a Trademark
While many funfairs are now relocated to central fairgrounds, the Rintelner Maimesse continues to take place in the historic old town. This concept makes it a particularly attractive form of funfair for many visitors, where urban culture and market tradition harmoniously blend.
Four Festive Days
The Maimesse runs from Friday, May 1st, to Monday, May 4th, 2026, offering an extended weekend full of festive joy. Families particularly enjoy May 1st and Sunday for extended visits, while Friday and Saturday evenings are dominated by a younger audience.
Maimesse Rinteln — edition 2026
Four Days of Funfair Entertainment
The 2026 edition continues the proven concept of the Maimesse. The first stalls open on Friday afternoon, followed by the official opening in the evening. Throughout the weekend, all rides and stalls are in operation. Monday concludes the festival with a relaxed end to the festivities.
Programme Maimesse Rinteln 2026
Program Structure
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in spring 2026. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
Friday, 01 May 2026
- Labour Day – Opening of the Maimesse in the Old Town
- All rides and stalls begin operation
Saturday, 02 May 2026
- All-day funfair
- Main day of attendance, lively activity in the Old Town
Sunday, 03 May 2026
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Long opening hours
Monday, 04 May 2026
- Festive conclusion with all rides
Offerings
Showmen with rides (Ferris wheel, dodgems, children's carousels, thrill rides), market stalls (toys, sweets, handicrafts), and food stalls (bratwurst, fries, crêpes, candied almonds, cotton candy).
Highlights Maimesse Rinteln 2026
- Spring funfair in a picturesque half-timbered setting
- Diverse rides for all ages
- Four festive days over the extended May 1st weekend
- Food stalls and funfair classics
- Free admission
Prices Maimesse Rinteln 2026
Practical information — Maimesse Rinteln
Date
Friday, May 1st to Monday, May 4th, 2026.
Location
Altstadt Rinteln, 31737 Rinteln.
Admission
Free admission. Rides and refreshments are paid for according to the showmen's price list.
Getting There
By train from Hanover, Bielefeld, or Hamelin to Rinteln station. By car via A2 or A30 and the B83. Parking is available on the outskirts of the old town.
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