26. February until 01 March 2026
Kieler Umschlag
The Kieler Umschlag will delight you with a varied programme - from the medieval market on the Alter Markt to the pirate spectacle on Asmus Bremer Square. Asmus Bremer and his entourage are traditionally accompanied. There is also a colourful stage programme and traditional crafts in the crafts tent and on Holstenplatz.
The Kieler Umschlag 2026
This year, the Kieler Umschlag traditionally begins with the wake-up call of Kiel's former mayor Asmus Bremer and his wife. The city centre is transformed into a journey through time, from the early Middle Ages to the glorious age of pirates and the modern era. Along the way, there are authentic stalls, historical figures, traditional handicrafts and a wide range of food and drink.
A varied programme with live music, storytellers and various performances provides entertainment. The popular crafts tent is also back this year. On Sunday, Kiel's shops open from 13:00 to 18:00 under the motto "I feel Kiel" and invite you to go on an extensive Sunday shopping tour.
Sunday open for business
As part of ICH FÜHL MICH KIEL, Galeria/Holstentörn and Sophienhof as well as CITTI-Park, IKEA, Möbel Höffner and Famila Kiel-Wik will be open from 1pm to 6pm in addition to the shops in Kiel city centre.
Location overview Kiel city centre
Programme 26.02. - 01.03.2026
Look forward to your visit to one of the most traditional festivals in northern Germany. Here you can get an overview of the programme - and download the flyer for your pocket.
Locations for Kiel transhipment 2026
Old market
Craftsmen's tent/ Holstenplatz
Warleberger Hof
Asmus-Bremer-Platz
Town hall
St Nikolai Church
Image film Kieler Umschlag
Impressions of the Kiel transshipment
Approach
Kiel city centre can be easily reached by bus, bicycle, car or on foot.
Bus
The city centre of Kiel is served by various KVG bus routes. Here you can get timetable information about Nah.SH.
Car
There are plenty of parking spaces in the immediate vicinity. Information at www.parken-plus.info.
Bicycle
Bicycle racks are available. You can also use the SprottenFlotte bike sharing service. The first 30 minutes are free of charge.
Our partners
Your contact persons
Christian Schütze
Project Management Historical Programme
Tel.: 0431 / 679 10-53
Mail: c.schuetze (at) kiel-marketing.de
Jaqueline Hahn
Project Management Market
Tel.: 0431 - 67910 - 54
Mail: j.hahn (at) kiel-marketing.de
Eva Zeiske
Press Officer
Tel.: 0431 / 679 10-26
Mail: e.zeiske (at) kiel-marketing.de
Media download: Here you can download pictures and videos of the Kieler Umschlag.