Interior Minister praises security concept at the Hessentag in Bad Vilbel

Interior Minister praises security concept at the Hessentag in Bad Vilbel

Bad Vilbel, Deutschland - Bad Vilbel is in a fixed fever! From June 13th to 22nd, 2025, the Hessentag will take place here, the oldest and largest state festival in Germany, to which hundreds of thousands of visitors are excited. It is all the more important that everything runs safely within the frame. Interior Minister Roman Poseck was on site on Saturday and found out about the extensive security concept, which is tailored to the needs of such a large event.

Poseck praised the city for its meticulous preparation and cooperation with the security authorities. Bad Vilbel has worked on these plans over the past eight years, whereby the security precautions were adapted after the experience from attacks in Berlin and Magdeburg. "There is something going on!", Poseck stated and emphasized how important it is that all citizens: inside the festival feel safe.

security concept and high police presence

A central element of the security concept is the Hessentag guard, which is available around the clock for all citizens: inside. This not only serves as a contact point, but is also a sign of the high police presence: in addition to the state police and the federal police, numerous security services are also used. However, the exact number of police officers remains secret in order not to increase possible risks.

Mobile video surveillance is set up, and in various places in the city are emergency forces in uniform and civilian. In addition, intervention teams are positioned at certain points. Poseck also took the time to thank the officials on site for their work and to exchange ideas.

traffic and access regulations

The traffic rules are unmistakably clear during the Hessentag by blocking several access to the city. Fixed barriers and mobile vehicles ensure that emergency services continue to have access, while other vehicles such as cars, trucks or motorcycles are partially locked out. Particular attention is also paid to the residents; Parking cards are needed to park in the core city.

In order to make visiting the event as straightforward as possible, the city recommends traveling by bike or public transport. The S6 S-Bahn line is regularly extended to Bad Vilbel during the festival, and additional regional trains and increased bus lines are also available.

technological innovations

A special highlight is the Hessentag app, which was developed in the innovation Hub. This provides the emergency services and the visitors: information and maps relevant to the inside directly on the service cell phones. Drone shots on the site are extremely helpful and offer an overview that is made accessible to visitors by scanning QR codes.