Rock in Wotschofska
Edition 2026 Music Rock Reggae

Rock in Wotschofska

Reggae and tribute acts on a Spreewald island — accessible only by punt or on foot

Lübbenau/Spreewald — Landkreis Dahme-Spreewald (12061)
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Dates 01 Aug — 01 Aug 2026
Venue Lübbenau/Spreewald (12061)
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About Rock in Wotschofska

Imagine punting through the canals of the Spreewald forest — and arriving at a concert featuring The Wailers. This is exactly Rock in Wotschofska: an open-air concert on a small island in the middle of the Spreewald, reachable only by boat, bicycle, or on foot. Cars are forbidden. In 2026, The Wailers (the reggae legends from Jamaica) and Cat Stevens tribute artist Patrick Snow will perform.

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Rock on a Spreewald Island — A Unique Concept

The Wotschofska island in the Spreewald, about 3.5 km from Lübbenau, is accessible via the canals by punt (Spreewald boat), by bicycle on the hiking trail, or on foot — cars are forbidden, and the Gasthaus Wotschofska has no car access. This very location is what makes the festival so appealing: concerts with international headliners in a completely car-free atmosphere, with Spreewald charm and an open-air stage under the sky.

2026: The Wailers + Cat Stevens Tribute

The 2026 lineup is top-notch: The Wailers — the legendary Jamaican reggae band that once performed with Bob Marley — will play reggae, roots-reggae, and ska. Patrick Snow is considered the "world's most successful Cat Stevens interpreter" and presents a well-crafted tribute show. Concert starts at 7 PM and lasts into the night.

Getting There: Punt, Bike, or Foot

The punt shuttle will take you from the Großer Spreewaldhafen Lübbenau (Dammstr. 77a) to the island starting at 4 PM. The last departure is at 5 PM — after that, there are no more shuttles. Return journey around midnight. Those taking the 3.5 km Spreewald path on foot or by bike should bring a headlamp for the way back, as the trail is not illuminated.

Spreewald Festival with Responsibility

As the Wotschofska island is surrounded by a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve area, strict rules apply: no outside food, no littering in the landscape, and the Gasthaus will be closed to regular day-trippers from 2 PM on concert day. The canal microclimate and the reed-lined shores are part of the experience — a reggae anthem about still water has a different effect here than at an urban open-air event.

Rock in Wotschofska — edition 2026

Rock in Wotschofska 2026 takes place on August 1st on Wotschofska island in the Spreewald. Concert starts at 7:00 PM. Headliners: The Wailers (reggae legends, formerly Bob Marley's band) and Patrick Snow as a Cat Stevens tribute. Access only by punt (shuttle from 4 PM from Lübbenau), bicycle, or on foot via the 3.5 km Spreewald path.

In 2026, the festival once again leverages its unique location as a marketing asset: a concert on a Spreewald island, car-free, under the open sky, with reed-lined shores as a backdrop. The Wailers are considered one of the most important living reggae bands — their performances in Germany are rare, making the Spreewald date all the more appealing. Patrick Snow, as a tribute artist, brings the calmer element to the program with Cat Stevens classics like 'Wild World,' 'Father and Son,' and 'Peace Train.'

The festival is organized by the Lübbenau Tourist Information in cooperation with local partners. Advance ticket sales start December 2025.

Programme Rock in Wotschofska 2026

Rock in Wotschofska August 1st, 2026 — Wotschofska Island

Getting There

  • Punt shuttle from 4:00 PM from Großer Spreewaldhafen Lübbenau (Dammstr. 77a)
  • Last arrival: 5:00 PM
  • Alternatively: 3.5 km on foot or by bike via the Spreewald path

Concert starts 7:00 PM

  • Cat Stevens Tribute Show with Patrick Snow (considered the world's most successful Cat Stevens interpreter)
  • The Wailers — the Jamaican reggae legends (former backing band of Bob Marley). Reggae, Roots-Reggae, Ska

Return Journey

  • Punt shuttle around midnight
  • Those walking or cycling: bring headlamps

Sales

  • Tickets via Eventim and the Lübbenau Tourist Office
  • Merchandise: shop.luebbenau-spreewald.com/rocksachen

Highlights Rock in Wotschofska 2026

The Wailers (reggae legends), Cat Stevens Tribute Patrick Snow, open-air on a Spreewald island, car-free access by punt / bike / foot.

Prices Rock in Wotschofska 2026

Tickets via Eventim and the Lübbenau Tourist Office. Advance sales started December 2025.

Practical information — Rock in Wotschofska

Getting There

Gasthaus Wotschofska, Wotschofskaweg 1, 03222 Lübbenau/Spreewald — accessible only by boat, bicycle, or on foot. No car access. Punt shuttle from 4 PM from Großer Spreewaldhafen Lübbenau (Dammstr. 77a). Last arrival at 5 PM.

Tickets

Advance sales started December 2025 via Eventim and the Lübbenau Tourist Office. Merchandise (T-shirts, hoodies) available at the Lübbenau Tourist Office or in the online shop.

Rules

No outside food, headlamps for the return journey, no littering in the Spreewald.

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Where it takes place Rock in Wotschofska

Gasthaus Wotschofska (Wotschofska-Insel)

Wotschofskaweg 1, 03222 Lübbenau/Spreewald

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