Rosenmontag - Carnaval d'Eupen
Eupen's centuries-old Rose Monday parade, the highlight of the East-Belgian carnival season, with around 60 groups leaving from Werthplatz.
Drive tourism and hospitality bookings to Eupen during its historic Rose Monday carnival parade, positioning the event as a must-see European cultural experience.
- 60+ parade groups bring centuries of Belgian carnival tradition to life—book your Eupen getaway now
- Experience authentic East-Belgian Rosenmontag: street food, local beer, and vibrant parades from Werthplatz
- Plan your carnival weekend: hotels, restaurants, and parade viewing spots in Eupen's historic carnival district
Rosenmontag Eupen is five days of pre-Lenten revelry in Belgium's German-speaking capital, culminating in the Rosenmontag (Rose Monday) procession. The highlight of the carnival is "Rosenmontag" ("Monday of the Roses"). In German-speaking municipalities such as Eupen, they follow Rhenish traditions, and dance to German songs. It's the day of the big parade, in which all the carnival groups participate. The procession passes right through the town, and back again.
Thursday, 12 February
Old Wives Thursday (Cortège des Vieilles Femmes) - 09:15 departure, traditional procession through city landmarks
Sunday, 15 February
Children's Parade (Cortège des Enfants) - 14:30 departure, festive family-oriented procession
Monday, 16 February – ROSENMONTAG (Rose Monday)
Main Rose Monday Procession - 12:30 departure from Werthplatz, approximately 60 carnival groups, climax of festivities
- Old Wives Thursday parade (12 Feb) - traditional procession through emblematic city points honouring a custom deeply rooted in Eupen's heritage
- Children's Parade (15 Feb, 14:30) - festive family moment where children lead, accompanied by music and costumes in joyful atmosphere
- Rose Monday Procession (16 Feb, 12:30 from Werthplatz) - about 60 carnival groups participating
- Rhenish carnival tradition with carnival prince, processions and customs including the significance of the number 11
- Special carnival pastries including deep-fried Puffel pastries made from yeast dough formed into large balls
- Free admission for all ages (children, teenagers, adults)