The classic, and for most of visitors the first choice for camping during the Wacken Open Air.
Many visitors also like to spend time here during the day!
The mood and atmosphere on the W:O:A Campground is legendary.
If the ground conditions allow, vehicles can be parked so that you can camp right next to them.
Camping (whether in a tent, camper van, caravan, etc.) is included in the ticket price, as is the use of the showers and toilets, which are available in sufficient numbers.
Other components included in the ticket price are light poles and signposts as well as the breakfast tents, where you get traditional German breakfast foods and other foods.
The giant W:O:A Campground is located on agricultural land.
To make it easier to find your way around, we have marked the areas with letters and the paths on the W:O:A Campground between the different areas are also clearly signposted.
Each vehicle requires an Access Pass for the W:O:A Campground.
The Access Pass will be available in Spring 2026 at Wacken Ticketcenter. Exact date & time will be published in time.
For more information on price and booking, please click HERE.
The following rules must be observed on the W:O:A Campground:
Drinks and food
Drinks and food may be brought in unlimited quantities - please dispose of the garbage.
Access
Only people with a valid ticket are allowed to enter the W:O:A site.
Vehicles
Camping takes place directly at the vehicle.
Tents & pavilions
The size and number of tents should be appropriate to the size of the group. A 6-person tent should also be occupied by 6 people - and not alone.
Power generators
Important: Generators must be in perfect working order and please show consideration for other campers.
No glass
Due to the high risk of injury and fire, glass is prohibited on the entire site!
Rules for larger vehicles and special permits
Regulations for vehicles over 7.5 tons
Please note that vehicles and trailers over 3.5 tons represent a considerable additional effort for us, especially in poor ground conditions.
Vehicles weighing 7.5 tons or more must register with us in advance. A separate camping area will be kept as free as possible for these vehicles.
Update: Registration for Heavy Duty vehicles starts a few months before the festival. We'll let you know the exact date in good time.
