Weekly Event Closure: Busway Shutdown, Bus Station Relocation, Weekly Market Move, Town Hall Parking Lot Closure, Limited Cycling on Laurentiusstraße (Pfingstkirmes Bergisch Gladbach)
Whitsun Fair in Bergisch Gladbach: Transportation and Market Changes from June 7th to 10th, 2025
From June 7th to June 10th, 2025, the Whitsun Fair will take place in Bergisch Gladbach on Konrad-Adenauer-Platz and surrounding areas, featuring fairground rides, stalls, and showmen's vehicles. To accommodate these, certain changes will be made to the weekly market, parking areas, and bus services during this period.
Due to the fair, several parking areas near the event will either be restricted or closed to accommodate the event. Visitors are advised to use designated parking lots further away and make use of shuttle or public transport options to reach the fair. Temporary signage and instructions from event staff will ensure smooth traffic flow and parking.
Starting from Monday, June 2nd, 2025, the local bus system serving Bergisch Gladbach will experience adjusted schedules and temporary route changes to facilitate access to the Whitsun Fair. Additional buses may be deployed during peak times to manage increased passenger volumes. Stops near the fairground might be temporarily relocated, so it's vital to check the local transit authority's website or posted notices for exact details and times.
In light of these changes, the weekly market will be modified or relocated. The market might be canceled on certain days or moved to an alternative nearby location to avoid conflicts with fair activities. Market vendors and customers should confirm the market status and location closer to the event dates through the city's official channels.
From Monday, June 2nd, the contraflow cycle lane on Laurentiusstraße will be closed in its final section towards the town hall due to an obstacle on the road at the fairground. Cyclists can either detour via the Buchmühlen parking lot or dismount and push their bicycles on the pavement within the closed section.
During the fair, access along the city hall up to the Schnabelsmühle roundabout will be prohibited to all vehicle traffic, including cyclists. Pedestrians will have free access and passage. From Thursday, June 12th, traffic in the Bergisch Gladbach city center will resume as normal.
For the latest updates on bus schedules during the fair, it's recommended to visit the official Bergisch Gladbach city website or contact the local Verkehrsverbund (transport association). To avoid parking difficulties, it's suggested to plan to arrive early or use public transport. Market-related announcements should be checked on the city’s official channels to adjust one's shopping plans accordingly.
Financial institutions and businesses in the transportation sector should be aware of altered traffic patterns and temporary changes in the weekly market during the Whitsun Fair, which will impact their usual operations from June 7th to 10th, 2025, in Bergisch Gladbach. Weather conditions may also impact the fair, requiring adjustments to transportation and parking arrangements.