North Rhine-Westphalia: Downtown music festival "Bochum Total" attracts crowds

Bochum (dpa / lnw) - According to the organizer, the largest inner-city music festival in Europe "Bochum Total" began on Thursday in the Ruhr area city.

North Rhine-Westphalia: Downtown music festival "Bochum Total" attracts crowds

Bochum (dpa / lnw) - According to the organizer, the largest inner-city music festival in Europe "Bochum Total" began on Thursday in the Ruhr area city. Up to 600,000 visitors are expected at the 35th edition of the "free and outdoor festival" around the well-known bar district "Bermuda3eck" in Bochum city center over four days up to Sunday.

The police, public order office, THW, paramedics, doctors, traffic officers and fire brigade are on alert and should ensure that the gigantic music festival runs as smoothly and properly as possible.

After a three-year Corona break, fans will again be offered numerous artists, show acts and music groups on a total of six stages. Among them are many newcomers, but also old acquaintances. Bands like Silbermond or Wir sind Helden once started their big careers with Bochum Total. Admission is free.