Belgium's late-summer metal stronghold in Kortrijk — a compact, friendly site with a bill that runs from classic heavy to the deepest extreme.
Where
Kortrijk, Belgium
When
Mid-August · 3–4 days
City base
Ghent
Tickets & dates
Official site ↗Where to stay
Camp at the festival
On-site camping next to the festival grounds is the usual choice and keeps the after-hours scene together.
Hotels & guesthouses near the grounds
Kortrijk is a small city with limited rooms — book early; the station area is handiest for the shuttle and night walks.
Base yourself in Ghent
Ghent — ~30 minutes by direct train, with far more hotel choice; Lille (France) is a similar hop from the other side.
Getting there
Fly to Brussels (BRU) or Lille, train to Kortrijk, then the shuttle or a short ride to the grounds.
Good to know
Where should I stay for Alcatraz without camping?
Kortrijk near the station if you can get a room; otherwise Ghent or Lille with an easy direct train.
What's the nearest airport to Alcatraz Festival?
Brussels (BRU) and Lille (LIL) are both roughly an hour away by train.
Is Alcatraz camping next to the site?
Yes — the campsite adjoins the grounds, with comfort options selling out first.
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