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Your passion will be rewarded

You carry the metal spirit in your heart, you hold the flag high and you live what Wacken is all about. Now your loyalty is measurable – and tougher than ever before.

With The Core, you collect points for everything that connects you to the Wacken universe. Whether you scan your old festival tickets, invite friends to The Core, participate in a scavenger hunt at the festival or complete our Christmas calendar – every action moves you forward. Every point increases your toughness level. And your loyalty is rewarded.

From the first step to legendary levels of iron and steel: You work your way up level by level. And the tougher you become, the more exclusive your benefits.

At a certain level, you choose your own path:

Path of Fire. Path of Steel. Path of Thunder.

Enter The Core.

Level up your Metal.

Register now for free

 

Be part!

Loyal metalheads aren't born – they forge themselves.

Here's what awaits you right from the start:

  • Collect points and increase your level of toughness. Even small actions like pre-registering will help you progress. Every point counts.
  • Hellish rewards. At certain Metal Levels, you can even expect rewards – from special merch and ticket pre-sale rights to discounts and early-bird band info.

And this comes with increasing intensity:

  • Path Choice - From a certain level onward, you choose your path.
  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences - Higher levels unlock opportunities for unforgettable Wacken moments.
  • Digital Patch of Honor - Show the world you belong to the hardcore – with your digital badge of loyalty.
  • Exclusive Communities - Depending on your level and path, you'll become part of your own metal legion – with symbols, colors, and a unique spirit.

Sign up now and increase your difficulty.
 

How tough are you?

Enter your Wacken.ID – and find out how much metal you're really made of! Check your live score and see which level you're currently on.

Your Wacken.ID

These levels are currently available

The Core has only just begun. The journey will continue much further in the future. Currently, there are four levels where loyal Wacken fans can expect plenty of action.

Currently, you can reach the following levels:

  • Copper
  • Iron
  • Bronze
  • Platinum

More levels will follow. Which ones will you reach?
 

Choose your path

From level 4 onwards, you can choose your own path. More on that later!

Coming soon: The Path-Communities

The bond within the global metal family is legendary.

With The Core, it reaches a new dimension.

Once you reach a certain level of intensity, you choose your Path – and thus your Legion. Each community represents its own unique mentality within the metal universe.

With special merchandise, symbols, and colors, you'll instantly recognize each other at the next W:O:A.

And then you'll celebrate together.

Choose Your Path

From your first step to legendary levels of iron and steel: You work your way up, level by level. And the higher the difficulty level, the more exclusive your advantages become. 

At a certain level, you choose your own path:

The Path of Fire

Uncompromising and burning

The Path of Steel

Steadfast and unwavering

The Path of Thunder

Loud and powerful

This is how The Core works

  1. Sign up. Free with your Wacken ID.
  2. Collect points. For almost everything you do in the Wacken universe.
  3. Increase your difficulty level. With every point, you get tougher.
  4. Unlock rewards. With each new level. The higher you are, the more you earn!
  5. Choose your path. At a certain level, you decide on the path that suits you best.

FAQ

Anyone who logs in with their Wacken.ID. Regardless of whether they've been a member for many years – or have only recently joined the global Wacken community.

You'll automatically earn Wacken Points through various activities related to Wacken Open Air. This starts with small things like subscribing to the newsletter, activating your wristband at check-in, or topping up your account with cashless payment – ​​and extends to purchasing tickets (including old tickets), drinks at the festival, merchandise, or additional offers (special camping, The Pit). We will continuously expand the ways you can collect points in the future.

Of course, we also want to reward you for your loyalty. Therefore, W:O:A tickets purchased since 2010 will be included in The Core. Scan your old Wacken tickets in the Wacken Ticketcenter (add tickets) to level up quickly and unlock History Patches!

Initially, four levels are planned: Copper, Iron, Bronze, Platinum – each increasing in hardness according to the metal. More levels will follow if your passion knows no bounds.

LVL 1: 500 Wacken Points
LVL 2: 1000 Wacken Points
LVL 3: 2000 Wacken Points
LVL 4: 3000 Wacken Points

It's very simple using your personal Wacken.ID. It serves as your login for The Core and many other services. Register right here. If you already have a Wacken.ID, log in and become a member of The Core via "My Profile".

Simply check your live score on this websiteand you'll find out how many points you need to reach the next level.

Join in. Score points. Show your toughness.

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