Where is the fest area?
The Balver Höhle is located directly on the B229 with the address: Helle 2, 58802 Balve. From the  railway station of Balve the distance is 650 metres distance, which equals about 8 minutes on foot.

Can I also reach the fest site by bus?
Yes, the local bus lines 132 and 137 stop in the immediate vicinity of the cave at the bus stop “Alte Ziegelei”.

Do I need a tent site pass?
Every person that is staying overnight on the Prophecy Fest grounds needs to purchase a tent site pass in the online pre-sale or at the check-in.
(The recreational vehicle pass is also valid for one person only as a tent site pass.)

I am not staying on the Prophecy Fest grounds. Do I still need a tent site pass?
No. If you are staying outside the fest area overnight, you do not need a tent site pass.

Is the recreational vehicle pass valid as a tent site pass for all passengers?
No. The recreational vehicle pass is only valid as a tent side pass for one person. All other persons, who are staying overnight at the recreational vehicle parking in a motor-home, camping van, trailer etc. need to purchase a tent site pass.

Is it possible to purchase the Permanent Parking Pass in advance?
No. The Permanent Parking Pass is only available at check-in as long as parking spaces are still available on the permanent car park.

 Is it possible to purchase access to the daily car park in advance?
No. Payment of the parking fee is due every time a vehicle enters the daily car park. Please have the exact amount ready in cash. Daily parking spaces cannot be reserved, and access is only possible if free spaces are available on the daily car park.

What kind of pass do I need for my caravan, camping van, motorhome or similar type of vehicle?
For larger vehicles a Recreational Vehicle Pass is required. Visitors, who are arriving at the entrance checkpoint with such a vehicle but without a  Recreational Vehicle Pass will be redirected to the public parking spaces of the town of Balve – or the surrounding camping sites for tourists.

How can I purchase a Recreational Vehicle Pass?
The best option is to buy the Recreational Vehicle Pass in advance. This is the only guaranteed way to have such a pass on arrival. Please note: Recreational Vehicle Pass are limited to 75. Recreational Vehicle Passes will be sold at the check-in, if there is remaining stock after the pre-sale. Once all 75 passes are sold out, recreational vehicles will have to use public parking space.

Why is the Recreational Vehicle Pass limited?
Parking spaces in front of the cave are limited due to the natural conditions of the area.

Are awnings or pavilions permitted on the recreational parking lot?
No. Awnings and pavilions are prohibited on the recreational parking lot in order to provide as many parking spaces for vehicles as possible.

Is it possible to park recreational vehicles such as caravans, camping vans, motorhomes or similar types of vehicles on the permanent or daily parking lot?
No.

Where can I park my motorbike?
Either at the daily or the permanent car parks.

What to do if a parking space is full?
Visitors can use the public parking lots of the town of Balve.

Is it possible to stop and unload luggage after the entrance checkpoint to shorten the way to the tent site?
No. To always keep access and roads clear, it is unfortunately not possible to take a stop. Any luggage and tent gear therefore must be carried approx. 750 meters from the permanent parking lot to the tent site. We recommend to pack as lightly as possible.

Why is the parking fee due every time when a vehicle enters a parking lot?
Traffic to and on the site needs to be kept as low as possible for environmental and safety reasons. Bakers, supermarkets, and other stores are within easy walking distance of the cave.

Why are there different rules for each parking lot?
Due to the unique topography of the Cave of Balve there are natural limits to parking and tent sites. The individual concepts are designed to shorten waiting times, especially during peak phases, and to organise the arrival and stay at Prophecy Fest as pleasant as possible for all visitors.

Are there any shower facilities?
All holders of a camping ticket will have free access to the shower facilities at an indoor swimming pool (In der Murmke 9, 58802 Balve) on Saturday.  The regular opening times of the pool can be found here: www.balve.de/leben-in-balve/aktiv-in-balve/hallenbad
For holders of a Comfort Ticket further shower facilities are available (see Comfort Ticket).

Where can I pick up my pre-ordered festival merchandise (Click & Collect)?
All festival merchandise pre-ordered via Click & Collect will be handed out on the premises of Hering eK, just like the festival wristbands. This means that you can easily stow merchandise into your vehicle or backpacks right away. From Friday on, all remaining pre-orders can be collected from the merch stand in the cave.

What is the ‘Prophetic Overture’ and the ‘welcome drink’ all about?
The festival wristband will also be required to pick up the free welcome drink at the ‘Prophetic Overture’ on Thursday for a barbecue and picnic with music. It is also needed to gain access to the cave on the other festival days.

Will there be a programme book again this year?
Yes. Every visitor will receive a programme book with their ticket when collecting the wristband.

Can I bring my own food and drinks onto the festival site?
No. Please note that it is not permitted to bring your own food and drinks onto the fest site. All bags will be thoroughly checked. The more bags need to be checked, the slower visitors will get in. As a notable exception, visitors are allowed to bring their own drinks and food to the opening event Prophetic Overture outside the cave area on Thursday.

Are cameras permitted in the cave?
Visitors are allowed to bring photo cameras to the cave. The use of flash is prohibited. Please always respect the rights to their own picture of visitors and staff. These must be respected at all times.

Is filming allowed at the festival?
We kindly ask all visitors to refrain from filming. Cameras and mobile phones permanently held up in the air are an annoyance. Security personal might ask guests that are filming to stop and may also take further measures, if necessary. Please note that we have a film team on site to record the entire event.

Will there be merchandise?
Yes. Merchandise can be ordered in advance before the festival via click & collect and of course, a wide range of albums and merchandise of the performing artists will also be made available in the Balver Höhle.

I won’t attend the fest, where can I sell my ticket?
Resale is only permitted via our official partner TicketSwap. There you can resell your ticket easily and securely. TicketSwap takes care of payment and transfer and issues a new ticket. This ensures the greatest possible security. If you want to sell your ticket, follow this link.

A list of cab companies:

• Taxi Zabel, Balve                              +49 2375 3683 / +49 2375 4555
• Taxi Sieben, Menden                      +49 2373 2000 ab 17.00 Uhr
• Taxi Engler, Menden                       +49 2373 81088 und +49 2373 81888
• Taxi Gregor, Menden                      +49 2373 1399
• Flextaxi, Arnsberg-Neheim           +49 2932 1766
• Taxi Erner, Hemer                            +49 2372 8484
• Funktaxi OHG                                   +49 2372 13077