The 2026 edition of Luxembourg’s iconic Schueberfouer has drawn to a close, with organisers reporting a highly successful event and a notable increase in visitor numbers compared to last year.
Laurent Schwaller, the Schueberfouer organiser, described the results as "very positive", with attendance up by an estimated 10 to 12 percent, even if he noted that it was not necessarily the best year on record for the fair.
Schwaller also highlighted the event’s strong safety record this year, stating that their biggest fear is that something serious might happen, but reassured that this year was "without major incidents".
He elucidated that there were only a few minor injuries, which were treated by the Grand Ducal Fire and Rescue Corps (CGDIS) or could be treated on site.
Aside from small issues, technical problems were almost non-existent, Schwaller said, referencing one light-hearted episode in which two slightly intoxicated young people locked themselves inside the ‘Wilde Maus’ ride at around 4am, but which managed to be taken out without any trouble.
Charles Hary, President of the fairground association, also expressed satisfaction with the turnout, as Schueberfouer not only draws regular customers, but also new faces from year to year.
According to him, "that’s what makes the fair so attractive. The entire Greater Region comes here."
Asked whether visitors were spending less money than in previous years, Hary said: “Not really. The Schueberfouer is unique."
One does notice a price difference at other fairs, Hary continued, where people only come for one day instead of two. "But that’s just how it is; everyone has to keep an eye on their budget."
In the coming weeks, a full debrief and detailed analysis will be carried out, Schwaller explained. For the fair organiser, it is crucial that the Schueberfouer continues in its current format and location at the Glacis.
While it ultimately is a political decision, for them, it’s important that the fair stays here in this size, and that one tram track remains available due to the large size of the fairground businesses.
If forced to reduce the size, "we would lose an entire alley", Schwaller continued, which would mean losing many businesses and would result in a completely different security setup.
According to him, that would have a much bigger impact than just losing a handful of rides. "It’s important for us to be able to plan ahead with the current setup.”
As soon as this year’s Schueberfouer ends, planning for next year’s edition begins. Fairground operators have until the end of September to submit their applications for 2027, while attention also shifts to upcoming events, including other fairs and the traditional Christmas markets, once the Glacis site has been cleared.
