The Nibelungen Festival was launched in 2002 with the vision of bringing one of the most significant works of medieval epic poetry back to the consciousness of a broader audience, thereby also making the original setting of the Nibelungen saga better known: the city of Worms – once an important center for intellectual, cultural, and political activity in Europe. From the very beginning, the festival has been a great success and has quickly become one of the most renowned open-air festivals.

On the steps in front of the impressive Worms Cathedral, where Kriemhild and Brünhild are said to have had their legendary queenly dispute, the most well-known actors from theater, film, and television perform annually, showcasing the diversity embodied in the Nibelungen material. All German-speaking media come to Worms in the summer to report on the impressive productions. The festival annually reaches a large audience, whether live on-site or through television broadcasts by ZDF or SWR on their home screens, bringing significant attention to the city on the Rhine.

Nibelungen Festival July 17 to August 2, 2026
Ticket sales for the 2026 production start on October 31, 2025