Rock am Friedensdenkmal Edenkoben
Open-Air rock festival at the Friedensdenkmal above Edenkoben — two days of cover bands and tribute acts on the Werderberg
About Rock am Friedensdenkmal
Rock am Friedensdenkmal is an established open-air rock festival taking place on August 7th and 8th, 2026, at the Friedensdenkmal on the Werderberg above Edenkoben. Two days of cover bands and tribute acts attract around 3,000 visitors to the hill above the Pfälzer Weinstraße – a format that combines rock music with a wide view over the Rhine plain and the Vosges mountains.
The 2026 lineup includes Puzzle, Iron Maidmen, Sleeping Sun, Phil, and Journeye (Journey tribute). Saturday is already sold out, tickets are available from €29.90. The festival thrives on its unique setting – the Friedensdenkmal, built in the 19th century, sits enthroned on an elevation with a panoramic view, making the event a visually and acoustically striking experience.
Friedensdenkmal as an Open-Air Stage
The Friedensdenkmal on the Werderberg was erected in 1899 to commemorate the Franco-Prussian War of 1870/71. The monumental sandstone structure is enthroned on a hill above Edenkoben and offers a wide view over the Rhine plain, the Vosges, and – on clear days – the Black Forest. The meadow in front of the monument serves as the festival grounds for the open-air stage and the audience.
Cover Bands and Tribute Acts
The festival consistently focuses on cover bands and tribute acts of the great rock classics. In 2026, Puzzle, Iron Maidmen (Iron Maiden tribute), Sleeping Sun (Nightwish tribute), Phil (drummer / multi-cover), and Journeye (Journey tribute) will be on stage. The format appeals to audiences who want to experience rock classics live without having to rely on original lineups.
Over 3,000 Visitors Over Two Days
Rock am Friedensdenkmal has developed into an established date in the Palatinate rock summer calendar in recent years. Reports indicate that the festival's opening of the past edition attracted around 3,000 visitors, and Saturday 2026 is already sold out. Tickets are available from €29.90 for Sunday.
Edenkoben and Werderberg
Edenkoben is a traditional wine town on the Südliche Weinstraße between Neustadt and Landau. The Werderberg rises west of the town and is accessible via a marked hiking trail from the town. Visitors to Rock am Friedensdenkmal often combine the festival day with a hike through the vineyards – hiking attire recommended.
Rock am Friedensdenkmal — edition 2026
Two days of cover bands and tribute acts of the great rock classics, a wide view over the Rhine plain and the Vosges mountains, around 3,000 visitors per festival edition. On-site catering, snacks, drinks. Detailed set times will be published on rock-am-friedensdenkmal.de before the festival.
Programme Rock am Friedensdenkmal 2026
Friday/Saturday, August 7th, 2026 (Sold Out)
- Open-air concerts at the Friedensdenkmal
- Cover bands and tribute acts
Sunday, August 8th, 2026
- Open-air concerts at the Friedensdenkmal
- 2026 lineup: Puzzle, Iron Maidmen, Sleeping Sun, Phil, Journeye
- Tickets from €29.90
Set times and exact order will be published on the official website before the festival.
Highlights Rock am Friedensdenkmal 2026
- Open-air at the Friedensdenkmal with panoramic view
- Lineup: Puzzle, Iron Maidmen, Sleeping Sun, Phil, Journeye
- Around 3,000 visitors per edition
- Saturday 2026 sold out
Prices Rock am Friedensdenkmal 2026
Practical information — Rock am Friedensdenkmal
Date 2026
Friday/Saturday, August 7th, 2026, and Sunday, August 8th, 2026. Saturday already sold out.
Location
Friedensdenkmal on the Werderberg, above 67480 Edenkoben. Ascent on foot from the town (approx. 30–45 minutes).
Tickets
From €29.90. Tickets via the festival website rock-am-friedensdenkmal.de.
Getting There
By train: Edenkoben station (line Mannheim–Neustadt–Karlsruhe), then walk to the Werderberg. By car: B 38, park in Edenkoben, then walk up. Shuttle service available during the festival as needed (details on the website).
Recommendations
Sturdy footwear for the ascent. Weatherproof clothing (open-air). Sun protection, as the festival grounds offer little shade. Arrive early due to limited ascent paths.
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