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Bamberg Sandkerwa 2025: celebrations, highlights and travel information!
Find out everything about the Sandkerwa 2025 in Bamberg: dates, travel options and historical background to the tradition.
Bamberg Sandkerwa 2025: celebrations, highlights and travel information!
The anticipation for the Bamberg Sandkerwa 2025 is increasing because the popular festive season is just around the corner! From August 23rd to 25th, the old town becomes the scene of a colorful hustle and bustle that attracts both locals and visitors. This year, guests can expect a tightly organized program with many highlights and special events that will take place all over the city. As inFranken reports, the event will open on Saturday with the traditional student and youth fishing jousting at 2:30 p.m. on the Regnitz.
On Sunday there will be a festive service at Elisabethenplatz at 9:30 a.m., before the morning pint begins at 11:00 a.m. in the festival area. A highlight of the day is the march to the 71st fishing jousting, which takes place at 3:00 p.m. on the Regnitz. A spectacular final fireworks display is planned for the grand finale on Monday evening at 10 p.m., which will be celebrated with musical accompaniment from 75 years of Sandkerwa.
Arrival and parking options
Getting to Sandkerwa is uncomplicated, thanks to the Sandkerwa Express, which is organized by the Bamberg district. This service, which is implemented in collaboration with regional bus companies, is particularly intended for the citizens of the district. It enables a comfortable journey to Bamberg city center on Kerwa Friday and Saturday, so you can celebrate in a relaxed manner without having to worry about parking. More detailed information about travel times and stops can be found in the information center of the Bamberg district office or directly from the transport companies involved, as the website sandkerwa.de provides information.
For those who prefer to travel by car, there are numerous parking options available. It is recommended to use the Park & Ride (P+R) at Heinrichsdamm as well as the underground car parks at Untere Königstraße 30 and at Weberei 5 on the ERBA island. Therefore, there is no need to worry about having to spend a long time looking for a parking space, which can often be a challenge during the holidays.
A piece of history
The Sandkerwa has a long tradition: The name comes from Sandstrasse, where the consecration of St. Elisabeth Church was celebrated. The sand area is considered to be the oldest settlement area in Bamberg, and the first Sandkerwa took place on September 15, 1951. This story gives the festival a special charm and makes it an indispensable part of Bamberg's cultural life.
Be there when the Bamberg Sandkerwa once again provides happy faces and a colorful program on the last weekend in August. A festival for young and old that focuses on tradition and community - and has something to offer for everyone!