Carnival in Düsseldorf: Our tips for 11.11.
The fifth season is in the starting blocks and the Düsseldorf Jeck:innen are eager to bring the Hoppeditz back to life this year.
To help you plan your day, we've prepared a little guide for the day so that after the classic (vegan) sandwich breakfast you'll know where to go and where to present your costume best!
Costume tinkering put aside and ears pricked up:
Düsseldorf has a proud carnival tradition in which the "Hoppeditz" plays a special role. This foolish contemporary is symbolically brought to life and ushers in the fifth season. A wake-up call from the old town shouts: "Wake up, you revellers!" - and carnival is already in full swing.
Celebrations are held in costume, whether planned well in advance or spontaneously donned, and with plenty of camels and Altbier. It is practically obligatory to wear a jester's cap and hand out confetti - a carnival without it would be unthinkable here. If you still turn up without a disguise, you can be sure to be quickly put in the right mood by other jesters.
Hoppeditz... wake up!
At 11.11 a.m. on 11.11.2023, the time has come again in front of Düsseldorf's town hall market square: the fictitious jester figure "Hoppeditz" awakens. From an oversized mustard pot, he reads the riot act to the city leaders in a humorous speech. A traditional spectacle that puts the city in an exuberant festive mood and carnival fans should definitely not miss it!
Time for Altbier:
Who brews the best Altbier in the city is controversial among Düsseldorfers. But when, if not at carnival, do you have the opportunity to simply walk around to different breweries and form your own opinion? Grab your friends and give it a try. Here are a few recommendations from us:
Uerige
The craft brewery is a paradise for beer lovers, just a few steps away from the Rhine. The delicious blend of caramel malt, roasted malt, barley, hops, water and the secret Uerige yeast is a real treat.
Brauerei Im Füchschen
40213 Düsseldorf
The Füchschen Alt Brauerei in Düsseldorf on Ratinger Straße is the place to be if you're looking for beer, German cuisine and breakfast under one roof. Perfect for toasting the start of carnival at 11:11 a.m. - cheers!
Brauerei Kürzer
The Kürzer brewery and its cozy neighboring bar are the place to be for all party animals in the old town. The fresh beer flows straight from the barrel here, and at carnival time, Altbier lovers gather in droves to celebrate the Düsseldorf tradition. Cheers!
Brauerei Schumacher
The Schumacher Alt brewery in Düsseldorf is so steeped in tradition that even its menu is an old treasure - perfect for a hearty evening with friends and family. Tradition is very important here, and the beer is so old that it's almost a nostalgic experience!
Zum Schlüssel
You can experience the best party atmosphere in the middle of the carnival hustle and bustle! The longest bar in the world is a real highlight. This is the place to be: Party, chat and enjoy the delicious beer from Zum Schlüssel.
The pubs will open as usual, even if they are not planning anything exceptionally carnival-like. However, we remain optimistic and say: What is not, can still be! Düsseldorf is dressed up and you should be too!
Have fun with "Hoppeditz, erwache", Helau & Kamelle!
Whether you're a carnivalist or not, you can find more events for 11.11 here!