Schall im Schilf Festival
One-day open-air for electronic music at Garching Lake
About Schall im Schilf
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Electronic Music by the Lake
The Schall im Schilf Festival is a one-day electronic music open-air event at Garching Lake, a small natural bathing lake north of Munich. For over ten years, the organizers have attracted several thousand guests who dance to House, Techno, Disco, and Electronica amidst reeds, water, and meadows. Three to four stages, elaborate lighting designs, and lovingly crafted decorative elements characterize the festival.
Musical Direction
Programmatically, Schall im Schilf positions itself between the major open-air brands and smaller underground events. International acts from the electronic scene are booked — the 2026 edition, for instance, announces Palms Trax, Interstellar Funk, Octo Octa (live), Tornado Wallace, and Courtney Bailey, among others, complemented by regional DJs and live acts. The organizers emphasize a well-thought-out sound system setup and a curated program beyond mainstream hits.
Natural Scenery at Garching Lake
Garching Lake is a small artificial bathing lake on the outskirts of Garching bei München, a district town in the Munich district (Bavaria). The festival grounds extend directly along the reedy shore — you can swim during the day and dance in the evening. Travel by subway (line U6 to Garching-Forschungszentrum) makes the festival easily accessible even without a car and allows for a relaxed journey home at night.
One-Day Format with Stamina
Unlike large weekend festivals, Schall im Schilf consistently focuses on a single day — from noon until early morning. The format attracts a dedicated audience from Munich and its surrounding areas, but it is also well-known among many electronic music travel fans from all over Germany.
Schall im Schilf — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Schall im Schilf will once again bring several thousand electronic music fans to Garching Lake on July 18. Doors open at 12:00 PM, and the music plays until 1:00 AM — a full-day marathon format with plenty of daylight partying by the reedy shore and a transition into the nighttime atmosphere.
The lineup includes Palms Trax, Interstellar Funk, Octo Octa (live), Tornado Wallace, and Courtney Bailey, among others. A total of over 20 acts are announced. The stages are spread around the bathing lake, nestled among reeds and meadows — one of the most unusual festival settings in the Greater Munich area.
Programme Schall im Schilf 2026
Daytime Concept
- 12:00 PM — Entry and program start
- 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM — Daytime program with House, Disco, and more melodic sounds; swimming possible
- 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM — Evening and nighttime program with Techno and more intense sets
- 1:00 AM — End
Headliners and Selected Acts
- Palms Trax (Berlin/London) — Solomun school, House with a melodic touch
- Octo Octa (live) — acclaimed American House producer
- Interstellar Funk (Amsterdam) — Disco and electronic eclecticism
- Tornado Wallace (Berlin/Melbourne) — Disco and Cosmic sounds
- Courtney Bailey and other international and regional acts
Stages
- Three to four stages spread along the reedy shore and on the adjacent meadows
- Elaborate lighting and decoration installations
Highlights Schall im Schilf 2026
- One-day electronic music open-air at Garching Lake
- Over 20 international and regional acts
- Multiple stages, elaborate decorations, swimming option
- Optimal access via U-Bahn line U6 from Munich
- 13 hours of programming from noon to 1 AM
Prices Schall im Schilf 2026
Advance tickets from €42. At the box office, higher prices may apply depending on capacity; sales not guaranteed.
Practical information — Schall im Schilf
Getting There
Take the U-Bahn line U6 to Garching-Forschungszentrum, then a short walk to Garching Lake. By car, take the A9 (exit Garching-Nord or Garching-Süd) — parking at the festival site is limited; the subway is recommended.
Tickets
Day tickets start at €42 in advance; at the box office, prices are usually higher and not guaranteed depending on capacity.
Facilities
Several stages, drink and food stalls, restrooms. Swimwear is permitted during the day; sneakers and sturdy shoes are recommended in the evening — the ground by the reedy shore can be uneven.
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Where it takes place Schall im Schilf
Garchinger See
Am See 1, 85748 Garching bei München