Get ready to step back in time at the 3rd Trabant and IFA Vehicle Meet at the Bochum Observatory! This special event celebrates the iconic vehicles that defined the streets of the GDR, bringing together enthusiasts and nostalgic onlookers for a weekend of automotive history.
This year's gathering focuses exclusively on vehicles from IFA production and Eastern Bloc states that were common in the GDR, ensuring an authentic display of automotive heritage. Visitors can expect to see a fantastic array of classic cars and two-wheelers, with a dedicated parts market offering treasures for Trabant and Wartburg owners, as well as enthusiasts of vintage two-wheeled vehicles. The event also coincides with the observatory's own space-themed activities, offering a unique blend of earthly and celestial exploration.
Details
- Date: June 13-14, 2026
- Time: Saturday, June 13th: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Vehicle display and parts market). Sunday, June 14th: Event continues, specific times for Sunday activities not detailed.
- Venue: Bochum Observatory, Obernbaakstraße 2, 44797 Bochum, Germany (Note: The provided address in the prompt was Riemker Str. 175, but the page excerpt specifies Obernbaakstraße 2 and Obernbaakstr. 6. The latter is used here as it appears more consistently with the event name).
- Organizer: Sternwarte Bochum (Contact: info@iuz-bochum.de, Tel. 0234/ 57989-0)
- Entry/Price: Not specified.
- Highlights: Exclusive display of IFA and Eastern Bloc vehicles from the GDR era, dedicated parts market for Trabant/Wartburg and two-wheelers, astronomy and space exploration activities by the observatory.
More information can be found on the official event page.