Waldbühne Rügen – Concert Summer
Open-air concerts in the Rugard forest above Bergen auf Rügen
About Waldbühne Rügen
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A stage in the forest, within walking distance of the train station
Anyone arriving by train in Bergen auf Rügen can reach the Waldbühne in fifteen minutes on foot: it is located in the Rugard forest on a hill northwest of the town. With around 4,500 seats and another approximately 800 standing places, it is the largest open-air stage on the island and one of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's most important concert venues – acoustically favored by the natural amphitheater formed by the surrounding beech forests, and with an atmosphere that is second to none on long summer evenings on Rügen.
Programmes ranging from Schlager to tribute and indie-pop
The Waldbühne deliberately focuses on a broad spectrum of genres: Schlager concerts with artists like Heino, Howard Carpendale, or Semino Rossi are part of the program, as are electronic acts (SCHILLER), classical crossover (Symphoniacs), indie-pop and singer-songwriters (Mark Forster), tribute shows for Rammstein (Feuerengel) and Depeche Mode (Forced to Mode), hard rock (Weimar), and cabaret and comedy evenings. This mix takes into account that the audience consists of island residents, summer tourists, and travelers from all over Germany.
The typical concert night
Concerts usually start around 8:00 PM, with admission opening about 90 minutes beforehand. Food and drinks are available on-site from several stands – from classic bratwurst to local specialties. Picnic blankets or personal chairs are generally not permitted, nor are brought beverages. For concerts with a standing area, it's advisable to arrive early, as the good spots are taken quickly. In case of rain, concerts usually take place anyway – a rain cape, not an umbrella, is the organizers' recommendation.
Where to stay
Bergen auf Rügen itself offers guesthouses, holiday apartments, and a youth hostel. If you want to combine the concert with a beach holiday, Binz, Sellin, Göhren, or Putbus are only 15 to 30 minutes away. The island is directly accessible by train from Berlin, Hamburg, or Rostock – a concert visit to the Waldbühne can easily be incorporated into a short trip to Rügen.
Profile of the Waldbühne
- Largest open-air stage on the island of Rügen
- Located in the Rugard forest, approx. 1.5 km from Bergen train station
- Capacity approx. 4,500 seats + 800 standing places
- Season from late April to mid-September
- Admission depending on the artist, starting from around €40 to over €90 (standing area or unreserved seating)
Waldbühne Rügen — edition 2026
A broad concert season in the Rugard forest
In 2026, the Waldbühne's program spans almost five months – from the 'Dance into May' on April 30th to the season finale on September 19th. In between, there are about a dozen concert and show evenings covering the stage's entire genre spectrum: Schlager, rock, electronic music, classical crossover, tribute acts, and cabaret.
The concerts are well distributed throughout the season: an opening at the beginning of May, then concerts in June and July, a busy August with almost weekly dates (highlight: Mark Forster on August 22nd), and a second half-season finale in September with the tribute act Forced to Mode and Alfred Heinrichs to close.
Programme Waldbühne Rügen 2026
2026 Dates (chronological)
- April 30, 2026 — Dance into May with Stereoact, Lena Marie Engel, and Alex Megane (Dance / Electro)
- June 06, 2026 — Feuerengel (Rammstein Tribute, Rock)
- July 04, 2026 — Semino Rossi with Choir (Schlager / Pop)
- July 25, 2026 — Heino Solo Tour 2026
- August 01, 2026 — SCHILLER, 'Sommerklang Open Air' (Electronic / Ambient)
- August 08, 2026 — Uwe Steimle (Cabaret)
- August 15, 2026 — Symphoniacs (Classical Crossover / Electronic)
- August 21, 2026 — Howard Carpendale (Schlager / Pop)
- August 22, 2026 — Mark Forster (Pop, tickets from approx. €60)
- August 29, 2026 — Weimar, 'Invictus Tour' (Rock)
- September 05, 2026 — Forced to Mode (Depeche Mode Tribute, Electronic)
- September 19, 2026 — Alfred Heinrichs & Grace Thompson (Cabaret / Show)
Program subject to change. Tickets via the official website waldbuehne-ruegen.de and via established ticket portals (Eventim, Reservix).
Highlights Waldbühne Rügen 2026
- Mark Forster on August 22nd – one of the most booked open-air dates in 2026
- SCHILLER 'Sommerklang Open Air' on August 1st in the Rugard forest
- Howard Carpendale on August 21st and Heino on July 25th for the Schlager audience
- Tribute double feature: Feuerengel (Rammstein, June 6th) and Forced to Mode (Depeche Mode, Sept 5th)
- Opening with 'Dance into May' on April 30th
Prices Waldbühne Rügen 2026
Prices vary depending on the artist. For most concerts, tickets start at around €45 to €55 (standing or unreserved seating). For Mark Forster on August 22nd, tickets start at around €60; higher price categories go up to over €90 depending on the concert. Advance booking via Eventim, Reservix, and the official festival website. Minimum age for most concerts is 6 or 7 years, in individual cases 14 or 16 years.
Practical information — Waldbühne Rügen
Getting there
Train: ICE/RE to Bergen auf Rügen Hbf, from there a 15-minute walk into the Rugard forest (follow signs) or by taxi. Car: B96/B196 to Bergen, signposted parking at Rugardweg, arrive early recommended.
Tickets
Advance booking via Eventim, Reservix, and directly via waldbuehne-ruegen.de. Prices vary by artist: typically between €45 and €90, individual concerts more expensive.
On-site
Food and drinks exclusively from the stands on the premises. No personal chairs or blankets, no brought beverages. In case of rain, concerts still take place – wear a rain cape instead of an umbrella. Limited cloakroom facilities.
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Where it takes place Waldbühne Rügen
Waldbühne Rügen / Rugard-Bühne
Rugardweg 9, 18528 Bergen auf Rügen