Bergkirchweih and rock in the park threatens bad weather: the organizers are preparing!

Bergkirchweih and rock in the park threatens bad weather: the organizers are preparing!

In Franconia there is an exciting extensive weekend, which is shaped by two major events: the 270th Bergkirchweih in Erlangen and the Rock in the Park Festival in Nuremberg. However, weather -related challenges are also expected at these traditional festivals. For the weekend, rain and thunderstorms are predicted, which already led to significant storms on June 4 and consequently influence the predictions for visitors in terms of security and comfort.

The Bergkirchweih, one of the oldest folk festivals in the world, has been moving visitors to the slopes of the Burgberg in Erlangen since 1755. It started on June 5, 2025 and ends on June 16, 2025. The tapping of the first barrel was carried out on Thursday by Erlangen's Mayor Florian Janik at 5:00 p.m. At the same time, the rock in the Park Festival, which starts today, on June 6th, and lasts until June 8th, at the same time numerous music lovers to the Nuremberg Volkspark dozendteich. The festival has been sold out since May 12th, and bands like A Day to Remember, SDP and Northlane will appear.

weather warnings and precautions

The weather situation is worried both organizers and visitors. The German Weather Service announced that rainy weather and storm are to be expected in Bavaria, especially from the Bavarian Forest to Allgäu. In the night of Thursday, June 5, an aircraft had to be emerged in Memmingen due to violent turbulence. In addition, a cyclist was injured by a falling tree, and numerous roofs were covered by storms and gusts.

In order to ensure the safety of festival goers, those responsible have taken comprehensive precautions. Udo Helbig, operator of Erich Keller on the Bergkirchweih, has worked on the floor with chopping chips to minimize risk of slipping. The stage and umbrellas were also secured. The Nuremberg stadium and exhibition halls are available as a refuge for an emergency, for example during thunderstorms during rock in the park. At the Bergkirchweih, festival guests are also directed to safer areas that are prepared accordingly.

security measures and rescue workers

The security measures are high, with around 1,100 rescue workers, which are made up of ASB, BRK, DLRG, Johanniter and Maltese. The use of telemedicine at festivals is new this year, which is intended to improve the health care of visitors. The organizers have also provided tips for the guests, such as sun protection and sufficient fluid intake, as well as the need to seek protection if storms.

In order to increase the subjective feeling of security of the visitors and prevent attacks with vehicles, anti-terrorist barriers were also installed. These were used at various folk festivals, including at the Bergkirchweih in Erlangen, as part of a tried and tested security concept. The Bavarian Ministry of the Interior emphasizes that there are currently no specific hazard information, but there is a high abstract risk, which is why the security authorities remain vigilant.

The special security situation and the inconsistent weather conditions throw a shadow on the festival weekend. Nevertheless, the anticipation for unforgettable experiences in Erlangen and Nuremberg remains great, while those responsible do everything they can to make the events as safe and pleasant as possible. The challenges that the weather brings with it are professionally addressed by the event team to make the best of the situation.

More information about the Bergkirchweih and the weather provides Infranken . Detailed event information is also available from Merkur . On the subject of public security and measures in the Free State of Bavaria, the Süddeutsche in its report.