Queen of Flowers — Rosenfest in the German Rosarium
When the roses are in full bloom in June, Westfalenpark Dortmund celebrates the „Queen of Flowers“. On June 14, 2026, the traditional Rosenfest will take place in the German Rosarium — one of the largest and most beautiful rose gardens in Europe — offering a market, culinary delights, and educational activities centered around the rose.
The market brings together vendors and themes related to the rose:
Three guided tours through the German Rosarium are on the program:
For children, the Regenbogenhaus offers creative workshops (crafting roses, pressing flowers) and a dance program. The Westfalenpark's cable car operates from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM, offering panoramic views over the Rosarium.
The German Rosarium in Westfalenpark was established in 1969 and is among the three most important rose collections worldwide (alongside Sangerhausen and Lyon). It showcases over 3,000 rose varieties across approximately 6 hectares — historical, modern, wild, and experimental breeds. This makes Dortmund one of Europe's rose capitals, a fact that is not widely known outside of specialist circles.
The Westfalenpark, covering 70 hectares, is Dortmund's most important city park. With the Florianturm (218 m), the See Bühne (stage on the water), the water playground, the Rosarium, and countless themed gardens, it is one of Germany's largest city parks. In addition to the Rosenfest, it hosts the Juicy Beats Festival, the Lichterfest (Festival of Lights), and the PSD Bank Sommerkino (Summer Cinema) — the park is a major festival magnet for the city.
The 2026 Rosenfest runs all day Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM. The focus is on the German Rosarium with its over 3,000 rose varieties. The market, tours, and children's program are spread throughout the day.
Guided Tours
Market Offerings
Family Program
Standard ticket: €8 (adults and children aged 6 and over). Family package I: €16 (1 adult + 4 children). Family package II: €24 (2 adults + 4 children). Tour registration by June 11, 2026.
Subway line U41/U49 to „Westfalenpark“, alternatively U45/U47 to „Stadion / Westfalenhallen“ (near the Florianstraße entrance). By car: Ruhrallee, entrances Florianstraße or An der Buschmühle.
Standard ticket: €8.00 (adults and children aged 6 and over). Family package: from €16.00 (1 adult + up to 4 children). Tour registration by June 11, 2026.
The Scent Tour at 2:00 PM is particularly popular — register early. The Rose Café offers exclusive rose cakes for the Rosenfest.
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Westfalenpark Dortmund (Deutsches Rosarium)
An der Buschmühle 3, 44139 Dortmund