Waldhausfest Mehlmeisel
Whitsun Monday festival at the Wildpark in the Fichtelgebirge
About Waldhausfest
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Whitsun Monday at the foot of the Ochsenkopf
The Waldhausfest on Whitsun Monday is one of the annual highlights in Mehlmeisel, a small community in the Bayreuth district in the middle of the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park. The venue is the Waldhaus Mehlmeisel, a forest information center with an adjoining wildlife park below the Ochsenkopf.
What's on offer at the Waldhausfest
In front of the Waldhaus, there's a lively atmosphere with market stalls, demonstrations, and a casual program centered around forest and tradition. The culinary offerings range from regional delicacies from Upper Franconia to coffee and cake, as well as beer and lemonade. Children can observe wild animals in the wildlife park – red deer, wild boar, lynx, otters, and more – and participate in hands-on activities.
In the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park
The Waldhaus is nestled in the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park, one of Bavaria's most original low mountain landscapes. Whitsun Monday is an ideal day to combine a visit to the Waldhausfest with a hike – perhaps to the Ochsenkopf summit or along one of the numerous themed trails around Mehlmeisel.
Tradition in the Bayreuth District
In Catholic-influenced Upper Franconia, Whitsun Monday has always been a day for outings and village festivals. The Waldhausfest embraces this tradition, focusing on knowledge about forests, wildlife, and nature conservation – a concept that has shaped the Waldhaus Mehlmeisel for years.
Waldhausfest — edition 2026
The Waldhausfest 2026 falls on Whitsun Monday, May 25, 2026. As in previous years, the area in front of the Waldhaus Mehlmeisel will become a meeting point for families, hikers, and day-trippers from the entire Fichtelgebirge region.
Culinary stands, market stalls with crafts and regional products, as well as small demonstrations related to forest, hunting, and nature conservation are planned on site. The adjoining wildlife park with its native animal species will be open as usual.
Programme Waldhausfest 2026
Whitsun Monday, May 25, 2026
The exact program will be published by the Waldhaus Mehlmeisel in good time before the festival day. Based on experience, the Waldhausfest includes:
- From morning — Opening of the stalls in front of the Waldhaus, wildlife park accessible
- All day — Culinary offerings with regional specialties, coffee and cake
- Market — Stalls with crafts and regional products
- Demonstrations — Hands-on activities related to forest, wildlife, and nature conservation
- Program — Family activities in the wildlife park
Current detailed information will be published shortly before the date on the Waldhaus website.
Highlights Waldhausfest 2026
- Wildlife park with red deer, wild boar, lynx, otters, and other native animals
- Regional delicacies from the Fichtelgebirge
- Market with crafts and natural products directly in front of the Waldhaus
- Ideal starting point for hikes towards the Ochsenkopf
Prices Waldhausfest 2026
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Regular admission prices apply for visiting the wildlife park (adults from approx. €7, children reduced – details on the Waldhaus website).
Practical information — Waldhausfest
Getting there
By car via the A 9 (exit Bad Berneck/Bischofsgrün), then via the Staatsstraße to Mehlmeisel and follow signs to the Waldhaus. Parking is available.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds in front of the Waldhaus is free. Regular admission prices apply for the wildlife park.
Tip
Bring sturdy footwear, as the grounds are forest and meadow. In case of rain, parts of the program will be moved into the Waldhaus.
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Where it takes place Waldhausfest
Waldhaus Mehlmeisel / Wildpark
Waldhausstraße 100, 95694 Mehlmeisel