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WHERE: Stuttgart, Germany.
WHEN: from 20 April to 12 May 2024
The Stuttgarter Fruhlingsfest is the most important spring festival in all of Germany. It is one of the most important festivals in the city, second in reputation only to the Cannstatter-Volksfest. Compared to the latter, however, it is a less touristy Festival with a greater national imprint.
Precisely for this reason, compared to the autumn beer festivals, it is a more authentic review. It is no coincidence, in fact, that the stands are just five, compared to the ten planned for the Volksfest. Nothing serious, though. At the Stuttgart Spring Festival, you will be able to sip liters of beer, outside the tents, at the many banquets present.
It is one of the most loved holidays by the Germans. A sort of spring Oktoberfest, more genuine and less touristy. A festival in which to savor the excellent beers on offer, taste the culinary delicacies and have fun with all your children. In addition to the food stands, in fact, you will find rides, attractions, games, dances, songs and events dedicated to children.
Do not miss the ride on the splendid Ferris wheel (Riesenrad Bellevue), from which you can enjoy an absolutely unique and suggestive view of the city. Turbo Force, or roller coasters, on the other hand, are dedicated to those who are looking for pure adrenaline. Do not miss, then, to take a tour of the many markets in the area; you can take home a Wasenhasi soft toy, the hare, mascot of the Stuttgart Spring Festival. At the Krämermarkt, on the other hand, you will find a varied offer at affordable prices; from spices, to jewelry and leather goods.
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PRACTICAL INFO
HOW TO GET
The plane is the best way to reach the city. Stuttgart International Airport is located just 25 kilometers from the center, and is well connected to major European destinations. Furthermore, it is well served by public transport. There is a direct train service from the airport to Frühlingsfest. Taking both S2 or S3 trains from the “Flughafen / Messe” station, you have to get off at Bad Cannstatt.
Reaching the Festival location is really simple. The options are endless. Within walking distance, there are several bus and train stops. Info and links from this link.
With the S1, S2 and S3 lines of the S-Bahn, or the regional lines R1, R2, R3, R8, get off at the Bad Cannstatt stop, and in about 10 minutes’ walk you will arrive at your destination.
With the U1 and U2 lines of the U-Bahn, you get off at Haltestelle Bad Cannstatt Wilhelmsplatz. By bus, however, lines 46 and 56 stop near the Festival. The night service is guaranteed by the N4, N5 and N6 road lines.
THE STANDS
The Grandls Hofbräu-Zelt is, by far, the most popular stand. For offer, fun and variety, it represents the real must of the Stuttgart Spring festival. This is the official stand of the Stuttgarter Hofbräu, the most famous beer in the city. You can taste it in the version created especially for the show, the Frühlingsfestbier. You can accompany it to the Swabian specialties served on the stand. And above all, dance and have fun to the sound of the Royal Württemberg Hofbräu Regiment. In the late evening, the DJs will take care of making you go wild on the track.
The Göckelesmaier is the official stand of Dinkelacker Frühlingbier and Sanwald Hafeweizen. It hosts over 2500 people and a Biergarten with 600 seats. Really unbelievable. Excellent gastronomic proposals, it is the ideal stand during the Family Day, thanks to the presence of the nest and a play corner for the little ones.
Wasenwirt is the place of pure fun, chosen above all to unleash yourself to the rhythm of the DJs. As evening falls, in fact, the entire tent turns into a mega disco.
Almhüttendorf is a beautiful stand with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where you can savor Tyrolean delicacies, such as a succulent steak, the typical bratwurst with Merano herbs, or a delicious “Germknödel”. And of course, there are selected wines, a selection of fine schnapps or a delicious Pils or Hefeweizen beer.
Königsalm is the big news of this 83rd edition of the festival. With its countless wooden ornaments and a carriage, it is located between the “Krämermarkt” and the “Almhüttendorf”.
Access to the tents is free. Of course, you pay for what you consume.
STUTTGART SPRING FESTIVAL 2024 CALENDAR
Here are some of the traditional events of the Spring Festival.
Opening ceremony and barrel tapping
Saturday, 20 April 2024 – 12:00
The traditional opening ceremony. Appointment to the 12 hours in point; The mayor of the city officially opens the Stuttgart Spring festival 2024, with the traditional and solemn opening of the barrel. One hour before, you will find the shops open.
Ecumenical cult Wasen
Tuesday, 23 April – 10:30
The fair and the pastoral circus.
Family Day
Wednesday 24 April, 01 and 08 May – from 12:00
A day of pure fun dedicated to all families. First of the three events in which the little ones will be the absolute protagonists. During Family Day, you will find reduced prices and many initiatives for children. The attractions, all cost half. Face painting, fairy tales, clown artists and many surprises.
Volksfest-Race of hot-air ballons
One of the most interesting and heartfelt events of the Stuttgart Fruhlingsfest with the Fox, mascot of the Festival and the launch of balloons in the sky.
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Musical fireworks
Sunday 12 May -21:30
The event that officially closes the review. For around 20 minutes, you can stand up and admire a fantastic pyrotechnic musical show. The Stuttgart Spring Festival turns into a sea of colored lights!
*The program, timetable and all information contained herein are for information purposes only and are not to be considered OFFICIAL.
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