Minden Autumn Fair 2026: car park closure and alternatives

Mindener Herbstmesse 2026: Parking at Kanzlers Weide closed

The Mindener Herbstmesse 2026 runs from 7 to 15 November at Kanzlers Weide. The following is particularly important for your visit: the site, usually used as a large car park, will temporarily be unavailable for parking because of the set-up, the fair itself and the subsequent dismantling. The City of Minden published specific traffic and parking information on 29 October. So if you are travelling by car, you should choose an alternative before setting off.

Mindener Herbstmesse 2026: When is the car park closed?

According to the city, Kanzlers Weide will be closed from Friday, 30 October 2026. It is expected to reopen on Tuesday, 17 November. This means the restriction will extend well beyond the actual fair dates. There may also be occasional restrictions before the closure begins. So do not count on finding an available parking space right next to the fairground. It is worth allowing extra time for your journey, especially when visitor numbers are high.

The city lists these alternative car parks

The city lists the area at Weserglacis behind the BZA and the northern part of Schlagde as free alternatives. Follow the local signs: the parking meters remain active, even though parking is free in these specified areas. Fees still apply in the southern section of Schlagde by the Tränke. Check exactly which parking area you are in before parking, so you do not accidentally leave your car in a chargeable area. Other car parks around the city may also be an option.

Mindener Herbstmesse 2026: Important traffic rules

The farm tracks along Hausberger Straße must remain clear as emergency routes and must not be blocked by parked cars. The car park by the Taj Mahal snack bar is also not available to fair visitors. It is reserved for official purposes and as an emergency assembly point. The city explicitly states that compliance with the rules will be monitored. So even if the alternative car parks are full, do not use emergency routes or closed-off areas. This ensures that emergency services can get through.

Road closures and getting there

If you are coming from the city centre, check the latest traffic conditions before your visit. The information mainly concerns parking; the notice available does not provide a complete list of additional road closures. No unconfirmed diversions or access routes are therefore listed here. If you are using public transport, you can check the connections to Minden main station and the onward route to the fairground in advance. Bear in mind that timetables and actual routes may change.

More information about the fair

Alongside the traffic rules, you can find the dates, opening times and known programme highlights on our event page for Mindener Herbstmesse 2026. For last-minute changes, refer to the official notice from the City of Minden. This will help you plan your funfair visit and avoid unnecessary time spent looking for parking. It is also worth following the signs, as they show the traffic rules in force.

Source: press release from the City of Minden dated 29.10.2026 (original notice).