Bonn hits waves: Waiting huge shark figure and spectacular shows!

Bonn hits waves: Waiting huge shark figure and spectacular shows!

On April 30, 2025, one of the city's largest events begins in Bonn: "Rhine in flames". The celebrations start on Friday at 4 p.m. with a music program on the main stage, in which more than 50 bands and artists appear. Among them are well -known names such as Mr. President, the Bläck Fööss and compressed air. The first evening is properly ushered in with a payment event, the Mallorca party.

The event not only promises musical highlights, but also impressive visual effects. A spectacular drone show in combination with fireworks will be performed on Saturday. Ludwig van Beethoven will take a special place in the program this year. This is the first presentation of the large shark figure "U 3000", which offers a creepy diving ride and can also be seen in Bonn. The responsible owner Jonny Kleussner from Hanover is optimistic about the audience interest.

technical preparations and security measures

According to the technical difficulties of the previous year, which were caused by image and sound problems during the light show, extensive improvements were made for this year's event. An optimized cable solution and a new radio route should ensure a smooth process. The organizers have also presented a revised security concept, especially in view of the ship convoy, which is particularly taken into account due to the low water in the Rhine.

Visitors should be prepared for controls where glass and knife are prohibited. The city of Bonn recommends planning the journey by bike or public transport, as some streets will be closed during the event. The Rheinaue is well connected by an additional stop in rail replacement.

a colorful supporting program

The entire event comprises a total of 30 attractions and rides that will provide fun and entertainment. Among the highlights is a ferris wheel, the closed cabins of which offer protection against the weather with air conditioning, which can be an advantage in the event of an inconsistent weather.

Rhein takes place on Flying from May 3 to 5, 2024 and usually attracts tens of thousands of visitors, even if the weather is not optimal. The event was a little weaker last year due to the weather, but the 27-minute light show was described as a highlight on Saturday evening. This successfully combined a drone show with fireworks while the Siegfried legend was discussed.

The Mayor Katja Dörner praised the peaceful and attractive atmosphere of the festival, which was organized for the first time by Rif GmbH. The attractions offered included a newly designed medieval market on the banks of the Rhine as well as diverse food courts and more seating for the guests. The feedback from the area of ​​the travel organizer segment was consistently positive, which awakens hopes for a successful continuation of Rhein.

The event will not only be a feast for the senses, but also in many ways a test for organizers and participants to meet the challenges of the weather and the technology. ”>