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42 Small Festivals in Schleswig-Holstein: Alternatives to Wacken

Schleswig-Holstein offers a wide range of small festivals this summer as an alternative to the famous Wacken Open Air. According to Schleswig-Holstein, the broadcaster has identified 42 venues that fall into the 'handmade and cozy' category.

42 Small Festivals in Schleswig-Holstein: Alternatives to Wacken
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Schleswig-Holstein has identified 42 venues that fall into the ‘handmade and cozy’ category, taking place in July and August. The events offer music fans an alternative to the well-known Wacken Open Air. The selection ranges from blues to punk.

The festivals are spread across the entire state and take place between July and August. Many of the events are open-air concerts in rural settings.

Interested visitors can filter by genre, region, or date.

Source: www.ndr.de