Pirate open air in Grevesmühlen: Clear the stage for adventure!

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The pirate open air in Grevesmühlen starts on June 20, 2025 with “The Pact with the Devil”. Tickets are available.

Das Piraten-Open-Air in Grevesmühlen startet am 20. Juni 2025 mit „Der Pakt mit dem Teufel“. Tickets sind erhältlich.
The pirate open air in Grevesmühlen starts on June 20, 2025 with “The Pact with the Devil”. Tickets are available.

Pirate open air in Grevesmühlen: Clear the stage for adventure!

On Friday evening it's time to cast off again in Grevesmühlen! The eagerly awaited twentieth season of the popular pirate open air is starting and promises lots of adventure and thrills. The play “Capt’n Flint – The Pact with the Devil” will be performed on an impressive total area of ​​over 9,000 m² and will be on the program a total of 68 times until September 6, 2025. The story of Captain Flint, a character from Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island", attracts numerous visitors every year. There is space for up to 3,400 spectators who can look forward to daring fencing matches, special effects and breathtaking stunts. According to NDR, the performance also includes the use of real muzzle-loading weapons and cannons.

Not only the backdrop but also the entire ensemble is carefully put together for the performances. More than 60 actors are involved in the gripping pirate story. “Power, gold, friendship and love” are the themes that run through the production and are designed to be exciting for all age groups, especially families. Director Peter Venzmer, who has looked after the Pirate Open Air since its beginnings, has announced his return this season. However, after the current season in September, he draws his conclusions and speaks of a “slow handing over of responsibility”. Venzmer and his crew have already caused a stir around the world, including at Disneyland and at folk festivals such as Oktoberfest.

Unique special effects and stunts

A highlight of this year's season are the impressive effects, including a volcano with twelve-meter-high fire columns and a spectacular fire on the water. These are monitored by an assessor to ensure that the volume remains within an appropriate level for residents and spectators. In recent years there have been repeated discussions about the volume of action theater, but an improvement in the noise situation is planned for 2025. According to piraten-in.m-vp.de, the audience will be kidnapped with exciting scenes and fiery elements.

Tickets for the premiere are available both online and at the box office and advance sales for next year have already begun - a sign that the 20th anniversary will be celebrated in style. If you would like to find out more about the experiences of other visitors, you can use the online guestbook.

The Pirate Open Air is not only a cultural event, but also a popular attraction for numerous tourists and locals. Anyone planning to sail this season should not miss the chance to be part of these lively theatrical performances. Preparations are in full swing and ticket sales are already showing that there is great anticipation. In addition to the exciting reports about the productions and more information, the latest updates will be coming soon - stay tuned and get your place to witness the adventure!