large-scalerock concert featuring AC/DC in Karlsruhe on Sunday; estimated attendance of 75,000 enthusiasts, traffic delays anticipated during arrival and departure periods
AC/DC Concert at Messegelände Karlsruhe: Travel and Safety Information
On August 17, 2025, the highly anticipated AC/DC concert is set to take place at Messegelände Karlsruhe. With the expected large crowds and traffic, it is strongly recommended to use public transportation or park your vehicle away from the venue for a smoother experience.
Parking
The organizers advise against parking directly at the venue due to anticipated traffic chaos. Instead, it is recommended to park at locations farther from Messegelände and use public transit, e-scooters, or other means to reach the concert. For official parking ticket purchase and detailed parking information, attendees can check the dedicated concert travel info site linked via the Karlsruhe event pages.
Public Transportation
Karlsruhe's well-connected public transit system makes using trams and buses to the Messegelände the best option to avoid traffic and parking difficulties. While the specific shuttle bus details for this event were not found, large events in Karlsruhe commonly have special public transit shuttle services from major park-and-ride areas or train stations to Messegelände.
Shuttle Buses
Although no detailed shuttle bus timetable or pick-up points were found in the search, it is customary for big concerts and the Messe Karlsruhe venue to organize shuttle buses from major transit hubs or nearby parking lots. Checking the official AC/DC Karlsruhe concert site or Karlsruhe public transport sources closer to the date is advised to get up-to-date shuttle bus information.
Additional Tips
To avoid delays, plan to arrive well before the support act starts at 19:00. Crowd management advice includes arriving early and considering alternative transport modes like e-scooters or bicycles for the last leg. Consider staying overnight in Karlsruhe, as various hotels offer packages for concert-goers.
Security
The security concept for the AC/DC concert in Karlsruhe is not publicly available, according to the organizer. However, a security check will be in place at the entrance. Backpacks and bags larger than DIN A4 must be deposited for a fee.
Transportation Arrangements
Trains on the S2 and the extra line E will run every 5 minutes between Karlsruhe and Rheinstetten from 2 PM to 6:30 PM and from 9 PM to 1:30 AM. On the day of the concert, there will be a bus replacement service on the Karlsruhe - Basel route.
Several special trains have been set up from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof for the return journey. The S3 will run with one special train each at 1 AM to Kaiserslautern, Mannheim, and Schifferstadt. The S9 will run with 2 additional special trains at 1 AM to Mannheim and Mainz. Each of the RE1, RE2, and RE6 lines will run with an additional train at 1 AM.
The "Messe Express" and VBK shuttle buses will run between the main station and the exhibition center every 5 minutes before and after the concert.
The price for an AC/DC concert ticket is around 170 euros. As of August 16, there are still tickets available for the "Standing" category for the AC/DC concert.
[1] Karlsruhe Tourismus GmbH, "AC/DC Concert Travel and Information," www.karlsruhe-tourismus.de/acdc
[5] Messe Karlsruhe GmbH, "AC/DC Concert Travel and Information," www.messe-karlsruhe.de/acdc
- To ensure an enjoyable AC/DC concert experience at Messegelände Karlsruhe, consider incorporating various entertainment options into your lifestyle, such as exploring local music scenes, attending pre-concert events, or even indulging in themed food trucks offering travel-inspired cuisine.
- In addition to choosing appropriate transportation methods to reach the concert, sports enthusiasts might also be interested in catching a soccer game or visiting a local gym during their stay in Karlsruhe.
- Following the concert, residents of nearby cities could take this opportunity to extend their travel itinerary by exploring the city's entertainment offerings, such as visiting cultural venues, attending theater performances, or enjoying a night out on the town – all of which contribute to a well-rounded lifestyle enriched by diverse experiences.
