Europe

Metal, alternative rock and huge line-ups at festivals that become pilgrimage destinations.

Major festivals

Clisson, France

One of Europe's great celebrations of metal, hard rock and their subgenres, with spectacular themed surroundings.

Wacken, Germany

The small German village becomes the world capital of heavy metal, welcoming fans from every continent.

Nürburgring, Germany

Rock, punk and metal at the legendary Nürburgring, in one of Germany's most established festivals.

Barcelona, Spain

Carefully curated line-ups mix indie, rock, electronic music and artists beyond the obvious by the Mediterranean.

Werchter, Belgium

Four days of major concerts in Belgium, with international headliners and room for different strands of rock.