Erlangen Bergkirchweih: plan well, sleep comfortably
From 13 to 24 May 2027: find confirmed dates, direct links for beer cellars, travel and safety, plus the right route to your room.
Authentic photo: our beer garden, not the festival grounds.
Beer cellars, chestnut trees and a tradition since 1755
Erlangen's Bergkirchweih began in 1755, when the Whitsun market moved to the Burgberg. Today, the festival combines historic rock-cut beer cellars with music, fairground rides and Franconian festival food. Good preparation makes the visit easier: choose your date, check beer-cellar reservations, read the current transport guidance and plan your return journey in advance.
Bergkirchweih 2027: 13 to 24 May
The City of Erlangen and Visit Erlangen confirm the dates. Detailed programmes and transport notices will be updated closer to the festival.
13 May: opening
At 5:00 pm, Bergkirchweih begins with the ceremonial tapping of the first barrel at Henninger-Keller.
Second Thursday: Family Day
Many fairground rides and food stalls offer discounts on this day.
Second Sunday: church service
The traditional Berg church service takes place at Erichkeller.
24 May: beer burial
On the final evening, the last barrel is ceremonially buried to the song “Lili Marleen”.
Sources checked: Visit Erlangen and City of Erlangen.
The essential links for your visit
These official pages take you directly to reservations, safety and current information. The route from the hotel is already filled in for you.
Beer cellars and table reservations
Check participating beer cellars and their individual reservation options.
Open cellar reservationsRoute from the hotel to the festival
Open the current connection from Gasthof Ritter to the festival grounds at An den Kellern.
Plan a public transport routeSafety and assistance
City information about support points, personal safety and current guidance.
View safety guidanceMap and live capacity
Find your way around the grounds and check current capacity during the festival.
Open the Berg appPlease note: until the 2027 programme is published, some detail pages may still show information from the previous year. Check them again shortly before your visit.
Frequently asked questions about Bergkirchweih 2027
When is Bergkirchweih 2027?
Erlangen's Bergkirchweih takes place from 13 to 24 May 2027.
Where does Bergkirchweih take place?
The festival grounds are on Erlangen's Burgberg around the street called An den Kellern.
How do I reserve a table at a beer cellar?
Reservations are handled directly by the participating beer cellars. We link to the official overview in the essential links above.
How do I get from Gasthof Ritter to Bergkirchweih?
Use the pre-filled public transport route above. Check it on the day of your visit because special timetables may change.
When is Family Day?
The second Thursday of Bergkirchweih is announced as Family Day. Visit Erlangen publishes the current discounts.
Can I park at the hotel?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available to guests of Gasthof Ritter.
Return from the festival to a peaceful room
At Gasthof Ritter St. Georg, your stay includes free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. Breakfast can be added, and our restaurant is in the same building.
- Free on-site parking
- Wi-Fi included
- Breakfast available
- Restaurant in the building
Bergkirchweih offer 2027
See all currently confirmed inclusions, prices and the booking start on our offer page.
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