🕒 Opening Hours & Entry

Friday, August 7th, 2026

• Camping Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 16:00 (4:00 PM)
• Combo & Day Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 17:00 (5:00 PM)
• Closing Time: The festival ends at 03:00 AM.

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

• Day Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 13:00 (1:00 PM)
• Closing Time: The festival ends at 03:00 AM.

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🏕️ Camping Logistics & Tickets

• Cost: Camping is free, but strictly limited to 70 people.
• Ticket Requirements: Ensure your ticket explicitly states "Inclusive Camping." No camping ticket = No access to the campsite.
• Sold Out? If Combo Tickets are no longer available, we recommend checking for Airbnb accommodations in the surrounding area.

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🚿 Sanitary Facilities & Services

We provide additional amenities to ensure our campers have a comfortable stay:

• Shower Tent: An exclusive shower tent is available for all campers.
• 24/7 Access: You have round-the-clock (24/7) access to the toilets and washrooms.
• Phone Charging: You can drop off your mobile phone at the entrance to have it charged for free.

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📜 Camping Rules & Conduct

Since the campsite is located directly on the festival grounds in the heart of nature, please follow these regulations:

🚫 Prohibited Items & Activities

• Alcohol & Soft Drinks: These are not permitted to be brought onto the campsite.
• Large Speakers: Large Bluetooth speakers are strictly forbidden to ensure a peaceful environment for everyone.
• Open Fires: Strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
• Oversized Tents: Please avoid bringing "giant" tents. Space is limited—please be mindful so that everyone has enough room.
• No Swimming: Entering the pond is strictly forbidden. It is only knee-deep, and this rule is in place for your own safety.

🥩 Food & Grilling

• Permitted: You may bring water and food for grilling.
• Grilling Areas: Please use the designated fire pits/grill stations. Grilling directly at your tent is not allowed.

🌿 Nature & Environment

• Respect the Location: We are in the heart of nature. Please do not litter.
• Waste Disposal: We will distribute trash bags to everyone. Please use them and keep the site clean.

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❤️ Our Philosophy: Non-Profit & Trust

Non-Profit Event: This is a non-profit festival. We offer social prices that are affordable for everyone, and we want to keep it that way.

Trust: To maintain these fair prices and the spirit of the event, we ask you to follow the rules. We trust you to help us keep this festival safe and sustainable for everyone.

🚗 Traveling by Car & Estimated Durations

Driving is the most flexible way to reach the festival. Use the following address for your navigation system: Zosterbach 25, 4750 Bütgenbach, Belgium.

Estimated travel times by car from nearby cities:

• Eupen: Approximately 30 minutes (28 km) via the N647.
• Aachen: Approximately 1 hour (47 km) via the N647.
• Liège: Approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes (63 km) via the E40/E42.
• Cologne: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes (100 km) via the B266.
• Luxembourg City: Approximately 2 hours (118 km) via the E421.
• Brussels: Approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes (158 km) via the E40.
• Antwerp: Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes (178 km) via the E313.
• Ghent: Approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes (216 km) via the E40.
• Paris: Approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes (402 km) via the A4.

Parking: Designated parking areas are usually available on-site or very close to the festival grounds. Please follow the local signs upon arrival in Nidrum.

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🚌 Public Transport

Nidrum is accessible via the TEC regional bus network, though weekend schedules are often more limited.

• By Train: The nearest major stations are Verviers-Central (BE), Eupen (BE), or Aachen Hbf (DE).
• By Bus (TEC):
  • From Verviers: Take Line 390 (direction Rocherath/Büllingen) to the "Nidrum Kirche" or "Nidrum Zosterbach" stop.
  • From Eupen: Take Line 394 (direction St. Vith).
• Important: Public transport from cities like Cologne or Brussels can take between 3.5 and 4.5 hours. It is highly recommended to check current schedules at letec.be.

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🚲 Traveling by Bicycle (RAVeL Network)

The region is excellent for cycling and well-connected via the RAVeL network (car-free paths on former railway lines):

• The Vennbahn: Lines L45 (from Trois-Ponts/Waimes) and L48 (from Aachen/St. Vith) bring you very close to Bütgenbach. From there, it is a short, scenic ride to the Zosterbach valley in Nidrum.

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🚕 Local Taxi Services

If you arrive at a train station and miss your bus connection, local taxi companies such as Taxi Feyen (operating in the Bütgenbach/Malmedy area) can provide direct transport to the festival site.

+32(0)80/349.302

+32(0)80/349.087

📜 House Rules

The festival emphasizes a peaceful and respectful atmosphere with the following guidelines:

The Core Message:

"Any drugs, aggressions or bad vibes have no place at our peaceful festival. Let’s create a space of respect, joy and togetherness."

Key Principles:

• Zero Tolerance: No drugs, no aggression, no bad vibes.
• Atmosphere: Focus on respect, joy, and community.
• Safety: Enjoy the festival and take care of each other!

🕒 Opening Hours & Entry

Friday, August 7th, 2026

• Camping Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 16:00 (4:00 PM)
• Combo & Day Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 17:00 (5:00 PM)
• Closing Time: The festival ends at 03:00 AM

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

• Day Ticket Holders: Entry starts at 13:00 (1:00 PM)
• Closing Time: The festival ends at 03:00 AM

Yes around the location are a lot of Airbnb's
Here is a the official list from Eastbelgium

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Here is a the official list of Airbnb's

AIRBNB'S

🌿 Kabelsalat Festival: Green & Clean 🌿

The Kabelsalat Festival is going green! 🌳 We are celebrating in the heart of nature, right by a beautiful small pond. 🌊 Because we love this spot, it is incredibly important to us to respect the environment and keep the site spotless. ✨

Here’s how we’re making a difference together:

• 🗑️ Trash Management: Every camper will receive a trash bag at check-in. Please use it to keep your area clean!
• 🥤 Reusable Cups: We exclusively use reusable deposit cups to make sure no plastic ends up in nature.
• 🪵 Wooden Tokens: Our drink tokens are made entirely of wood instead of plastic.
• 🍔 Eco-Catering: For all our food, we use recycled napkins and biodegradable burger paper. ♻️

Let’s enjoy the music, celebrate together, and keep our pond pristine! 🎶💚

Your Safety & Wellbeing 🛡️

Your health and safety are our top priorities. To ensure everyone has a great time, we’ve provided several resources throughout the festival grounds.

Support & The Psycare Area 🛋️

If you feel unwell, overwhelmed, or unsafe, please know that help is always nearby:

• Psycare Area (by ASL): A dedicated space where you can rest, recover, and find a calm environment. 🏥
• Free Water & Energy Boosts: Staying hydrated and energized is essential! We provide free water, as well as free fruit and dextrose (Traubenzucker) to help you regain your energy. 💧🍎🍬
• Reach Out: If you are feeling uneasy or "not quite right," speak to the staff in the Psycare Area. You can also approach any bar staff or festival employee at any time for assistance. 🙋‍♀️

Health & Prevention 🩹

We want you to enjoy the music today and still hear it tomorrow:

• Hearing Protection: Free earplugs are available at the entrance to protect your ears from high volume levels. 👂🔊
• Alcohol Breathalyzers: Unsure if you are fit to drive? We provide free breathalyzer tests so you can check your alcohol level. 🚗🍷⚠️ Note: These tests are for guidance only; results are used at your own risk and do not guarantee legal fitness to drive.

Look Out for One Another 🤝

A festival is a community. We kindly ask all visitors to:

• Stay Alert: Keep an eye on your friends and those around you. 👀
• Help Out: If you notice someone who needs help or looks distressed, please step in or alert a member of our staff immediately. ❤️

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Have a safe and incredible festival! 🎉✨

♿ Accessibility for Festivalgoers with Disabilities

We want to ensure that everyone has a fantastic festival experience.

• Wheelchair Access: Every stage at the festival is fully wheelchair accessible.
• Assistance: If you require any help during the event, please don't hesitate to reach out to the festival organizers or staff on-site. We will do everything we can to support you and ensure you have a great time.
• Contact in Advance: To help us prepare for your visit or if you have specific questions, feel free to contact us ahead of time at oocdnbcrew@gmail.com

👶 Children & Pets Policy

Children and pets are more than welcome at the festival! However, please keep in mind that this is a high-volume event environment.

🏕️ Accommodation Advice

If you are attending with children, we strongly recommend against staying at the campsite. Since the camping area is located directly on the festival grounds, loud music will continue until 03:00 AM. For a better experience and a good night's sleep, we suggest looking for a quiet Airbnb or hotel in the nearby area.

🎟️ Free Entry for Kids

• Admission: Children up to and including 12 years old enjoy free entry.
• Supervision: Entry is only permitted when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

🎧 Hearing Protection

Due to high volume levels, it is mandatory for children to wear hearing protection at all times while on the grounds.

Note: Forgot yours? No problem. Free earplugs are available for you at the main entrance!

🐾 Pet Welfare

The well-being of your animals is important to us. If your pet is sensitive to loud noises or large crowds, we strongly recommend leaving them comfortably at home for their own peace of mind.

⚖️ Responsibility

Please note that as a parent, guardian, or pet owner, you carry the full responsibility for the safety and behavior of your children and animals throughout the entire event.