Overview

• Around 28,000 to 30,000 visitors have arrived at Störmthaler See for the three-day event.
• Organisers have reinstated the Ferris wheel following exhaustive safety inspections with responsible authorities.
• Investigations into last year’s Ferris-wheel fire that burned two gondolas and injured 16 people remain active under probes for negligent bodily harm and arson.
• Ticket sales remain strong but the festival is not yet sold out, with limited passes still available.
• Free water stations, shade reminders and hydration advisories have been deployed to help prevent heat-related incidents.