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DECIBELS are measured by the INTENSITY OF SOUND. What started as a passion to gather the HARDER STYLES minded crowd in an outdoor event in 2002, grew to be a MASSIVE THREE-DAY FESTIVAL in the Netherlands. Decibel outdoor has become THE LOUDEST CITY ON EARTH, for those seeking the NEXT STEP in their craving for the Harder Styles.Every year in August we come together with 100.000 Harder Styles fanatics and hundreds of artists from talents to heavyweights. Always connected, always on the move and ready to LIVE LOUD!

Welcome to THE LOUDEST CITY on Earth – where harder styles fanatics unite for the ultimate weekend to LIVE LOUD. We believe in the POWER OF THE KICK, pure, raw, hard. We don't need anything extra, although it gives us an ADRENALINE RUSH when the BEAT matches the show light. We're high on that energy. Once you feel it, nothing will be the same.
THREE DAYS. ONE DESTINY. LIVE LOUD.

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FANATIC FRIDAY marks your first steps into our cosmic realm. This is the day you've been waiting for – a BOLD taste of what's to come. Get ready for journey sets that honor our legacy while new generation talent ignites the future. Experience the XL Sound of Decibel and witness THE LAUNCH as the DARK HOURS transform our city from 22:00 to 01:00. The energy is 100% from the first kick.

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LIVE LOUD SATURDAY unleashes the full festival experience across every corner of THE LOUDEST CITY. Explore the Decibel Boulevard, lose yourself in the Neon Forest, and discover hidden gems from the Legacy Fountains to the new City Beach. All harder styles collide as icons and anthems paint the perfect Saturday. When darkness falls, another dimension of sight and sound takes over for three hours of pure audio-visual mayhem.

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SAVAGE SUNDAY takes LIVING LOUD to the extreme. This is where we set fire to the flame with the hardest, rawest, most SAVAGE experience possible. Everything is on the edge – harder music, darker atmosphere, intense marathons and fierce energy that connects the crowd like nothing else. One last day to give it ALL. IT'S NOW OR NEVER.

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We love to take you on an adventure to PUSH OUR LIMITS in everything we do. Together we make it BIGGER. BETTER. LOUDER. We always go for that extra mile, and so do you. Even when you walk out of the gate back into "the real world," you'll be longing for the next journey of a lifetime at THE LOUDEST CITY. So take that chance, crank up the volume and LIVE LOUD!

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What started as a passion to gather the Harder Styles minded crowd in an outdoor event in 2002, has grown into The Loudest City on Earth. On the move from Binnenmaas to Lingebos and ultimately the Beekse Bergen. Growing from a single day to a full three-day festival with an unrivalled festival camping. By always expanding and developing we continue to push our limits. Always with one thing at the center of it all: the KICK.Together we created the ultimate destination. Developing mainstages into architectural highlights of our city. From the early days of the Harder Styles till the sound of the future.We change lives.We raise legends.

15 / 16 / 17 AUG 2025

OPENING HOURS
Friday: 15:00 - 01:00
Saturday: 13:00 - 01:00
Sunday: 13:00 - 23:00

DARK HOURS
‍From 22:00 until closing

We unleash the DARK HOURS – when LIGHT, LASER AND FIRE transform our LOUDEST CITY into ANOTHER DIMENSION OF SIGHT AND SOUND, pushing the festival energy to its absolute max!

‍Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands

The festival grounds at Beekse Bergen in Hilvarenbeek span approximately 40 hectares, offering a diverse landscape of forests, sandy beaches, water features, and paved areas. This natural setting provides a versatile backdrop for various large-scale events. The site has attracted hundred thousands of attendees annually. Its expansive layout accommodates multiple stages, camping areas, and recreational zones, enhancing the overall festival experience. The combination of natural beauty and well-planned infrastructure makes Beekse Bergen a premier destination for outdoor festivals in the Netherlands.

The minimum age for admission is 18. In case of any doubt, you may be asked to show identification proving your age. Please bring valid proof of identification with you so you do not risk being refused entry. Valid proof of identification includes a driver’s license, valid passport, or identity card. A copy or photo of your identification is not valid.

- From the A27 (Breda), drive towards Tilburg and follow the Decibel signs

- From the A65 ('s-Hertogenbosch), take exit 10 Hilvarenbeek/Beekse Bergen and follow the Decibel signs.

- From the A58 (Limburg and Eindhoven region), take exit 8 Oirschot and follow the N395 to Hilvarenbeek. From there, take the N269 and follow the Decibel signs.

Car parks open at 10:00 hrs. Try to avoid peak hours whenever possible. Extensive measures are in place to make parking as smooth as possible—please follow the instructions on the signs and from the car park attendants.

Remember where you parked your car. When leaving, use the ‘all directions’ signs to help ensure traffic flows out as quickly as possible.

You can purchase parking tickets in advance via the B2S Ticketshop. This is faster and cheaper than buying on site.

On-site prices: Day €25 / Weekend €50

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Train services to and from Tilburg are excellent. Dutch Railways (NS) will be running extra-long trains to accommodate greater passenger volumes. Before you leave, always check the website of NS for exact departure- and arrival times. If you’re travelling from the direction of Rotterdam Central Station or Dordrecht, please keep in mind you need to change to an NS-bus to Breda at Lage Zwaluwe. Don’t want to take the bus? Then you need to travel from Rotterdam Central Station to Utrecht Central Station to Tilburg or from Dordrecht to Roosendaal and then to Tilburg. If you’re using the NS-app, you need to specify you want to take this detour.

Shuttle buses run continuously between the festival and Tilburg Central Station from Friday through Monday. Pre-purchase tickets at B2S ticketshop (cheaper) or buy on-site for €12.50. Buses depart from Burgemeester Brokxlaan near nr. 6 behind Tilburg CS (rear exit, follow signs - NOT at the regular bus station).

Daily Schedule:

· Friday: 09:00 - 02:00

· Saturday: 12:00 - 03:00

· Sunday: 12:00 - 03:00

· Monday: 07:00 - 14:00

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Are you coming to Decibel outdoor by taxi? Please note the following:

Friday: Have your driver navigate to Beekse Bergen 1, Hilvarenbeek. After the event, they will be waiting for you at the same location where you were dropped off.

Saturday and Sunday: Have your driver navigate to Kommerstraat, Hilvarenbeek and follow the taxi signs. You will enter via Entrance South.

After the event, they will be waiting for you at the same location where you were dropped off.

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Don't want to travel by public transport or no driver in your group of friends? Book a bus trip via our buspartner Partybussen.nl.Why choose Partybussen?Convenience: no hassle with parking or public transport. Just board at one of the many boarding locations and leave the rest to Partybussen.Stay till the final KICK: You don’t have to miss the Endshow or that SICK closing set, because you can stay till the very last performance.Safety: No worries about who the designated driver is. The professional drivers will safely take you to Decibel outdoor and back.Comfort: Enjoy a relaxing ride in comfortable coaches, so you’re ready to go ALL OUT when you arrive!Sustainability: This is also a more sustainable form of transport. Less CO2 emission, more efficient fuel consumption and less traffic.

If you organize your own bus trip towards you have to register your bus here. You will receive all information that the driver needs to come to the event and park their bus. Busses must follow the signs 'Touringcars' on arrival. A special parking area has been set up for this purpose. Even if the bus only comes to bring and pick up people, it must follow the signs 'Touringcars'. Make sure the bus is back before 22.00HRS to prevent unnecessary congestion. Busses that have not been registered in advance need to pay €35 on the spot.

You can register your own bus trip here.

A special Kiss & Ride route has been arranged for visitors being dropped off and picked up.

Friday: Have your driver navigate to Beekse Bergen 1, Hilvarenbeek.

Saturday and Sunday: Have your driver navigate to Kommerstraat, Hilvarenbeek and follow the K&R signs. You will enter via Entrance South.

After the event, please return to the same location where you were dropped off to meet your driver.

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Coming to the festival by bike? Great choice! It’s sustainable, quick, and takes you straight to the action. We’ve arranged two dedicated bicycle parking areas:

North: Located directly in front of the main entrance. Navigate to Beekse Bergen 1 and follow the bicycle signs.

South: Navigate to Schaapstraat and follow the signs for bicycle parking.

Please ensure your bike is securely locked. While supervision is provided during festival opening hours, you remain responsible for your own belongings.

Both locations are clearly signposted and easy to reach.

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Download our Weekend Guide here

A city trip to Decibel outdoor is a lot of fun, but there are also some rules you must follow. This is to make sure everybody has a great time and can enjoy the festival to the fullest! Not only now, but also during the upcoming years. Make sure you will read the following do's & don'ts carefully and check out which belongings you can and can't take to the festival.

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You can bring the following to the festival:

• Earplugs

• Power banks

• Deodorant and sunscreen (In their original, sealed package. Pressurized spray cans and perfume bottles are not permitted.)

• Medication (You need a doctor’s note to bring these)
• Proof of identification (ID card, passport or driver’s license)
• A sweater or jacket in case it cools down
• Keep your ticket ready at the entrance ;)

DONT’S

You’re not allowed to bring the following to the festival:

• Food & drinks

• Fireworks

• Speakers or music installations

• Sharp knives and other tools

• Mopeds/scooters, quads, and all other motorized vehicles

• Drugs or other narcotic- or psychedelic mediates

• Dry ice or laughing gas

• Graffiti, spray cans, paint, etc.

• Clothes that can be seen as provocative

• No clothes, scarfs, or flags from soccer clubs

• Stickers, flyers, or other promotional material
• BBQs and GAS equipment
• Don't bring your scooter or your bicycle on the campsite

SECURITY CHECK

Just like in previous years, you will get a security check at the entrance. This is for your own safety and there are some rules we ask you to follow up, so everybody can have a great experience. Make sure you have your tickets by hand at the entrance!

FOOD & DRINKS

There are enough establishments where you can buy food or drinks at the festival. You’re not allowed to bring your own food or drinks. This will be checked at the entrances.  

If you follow a specific diet for medical reasons, you need to be able to show a doctor’s note. Don’t have a doctor’s note? Please send us an email at info@b2s.nl.

FREE DRINKING WATER

Water is for everyone! That’s why you can always fill up your bottle or with water at the tap water points at the toilets.  

ZERO TOLERANCE

B2S adheres to the local police force's drugs policy. This is a zero-tolerance policy. This means that no form of soft and/or hard drugs is permitted, i.e., weed and hash are also prohibited. Police will be monitoring the situation closely. When you bring banned substances, you might be denied and will risk a fine or community service.

RESPECT YOUR SURROUNDINGS

You’re visiting a neat and well-maintained vacation park. Respect nature and throw your trash in the waste bins. Make sure you take all your personal belongings when you leave the festival.  

Respect all the beautiful things around you and treat them with care. This means that you won’t touch the decor and handle stuff that you don’t own properly. Hereby, everyone can enjoy Decibel outdoor even more!

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In case you have any questions about Decibel outdoor, don’t hesitate to contact us, we’re happy to help you! 

E-mail: info@b2s.nl

Whatsapp: +31102620082

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Take care of each other! Never leave someone alone when they’re feeling unwell. Friends who rave together, stay together. During Decibel outdoor, we celebrate safe. When you have questions about for example alcohol and/or drugs, go to the Celebrate Safe stand. The Unity staff will give you tips when you’re not feeling well, but go to first aid if you have serious complaints. They are there to help you. Check the Celebrate Safe [website](https://www.celebratesafe.nl "Celebrate Safe") for more information.

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Feeling unwell, please go to the first aid or find other crew members. They are your friends and they are there for your safety. Be honest to them. The more they know, the better they can help you.

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The lost & found post is located at the lockers at entrance North and South.

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There will be sufficient toilets at the festival grounds. The toilets are for free, so make sure you use them. At every toilet group, there is a toilet that is accessible to people with disabilities. The festival is organized in a natural environment, please respect this. Actions will be taken against public urinating.

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Lockers will be available for rent. These may be used to store jackets, bags and other personal items.

These are the on site prices:  

Medium locker one day = €12,50

Large locker one day = €15,-

Medium locker full festival = €32,50

Large locker full festival = €35,-

You can pay with PIN or via a QR code. It’s not possible to pay with cash. A locker can be shared with two or three friends and you'll be able to access your locker throughout the event.

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On Friday, Entrance South will be open for Lakeside campsite visitors. Entrance North will be open for visitors with a FULL FSTVL ticket. The kiss & ride is also located at the North entrance on Friday.

On Saturday and Sunday, there are two main entrances to the festival site – North and South. Don't forget where you parked your car, where you were dropped off, or which entrance you used. Make sure you leave the festival at the same entrance to arrive at the correct parking- or boarding area. When you are dropped off at the North entrance, please ensure that you leave through the South entrance. There will be no kiss & ride pick up at the North entrance after the festival.

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B2S conforms to the local policy of Tilburg police. This is 'zero tolerance'. This means that no form of drugs (soft and/or hard drugs) are allowed. Cannabis or hash is therefore also not allowed inside the festival. We will search carefully under the supervision of the police. If you violate the zero-tolerance policy, you will be handed over to the police and denied access. Your ticket will no longer be valid.

Cameras, SLRs and video cameras may be taken into the festival. Take as many great photos and videos as you can and make sure to share them on social media! Professional recording equipment is not permitted without a media pass.

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Starting from the upcoming edition, Decibel outdoor will be completely cashless.

What does cashless payment at Decibel mean?
This means that during Decibel outdoor, you can pay with a debit card or smartphone. This allows you to pay directly, easily, safely, and quickly at the bars and food stands. Starting from this edition, we will no longer work with tokens – saving you quite some time!

How does cashless payment work?
When you want to buy food or drinks, you pay directly at the bars or food stands – easily, safely, and quickly – with your debit card or smartphone.

Can I still pay with cash?
Yes, you can still pay with cash at Decibel outdoor Festival. Cash can be converted to a cash card at the designated cash card points, which you can then use to pay at all bars and food stands.

It is not possible to hand in cash directly at the bars or food stands. The cash card points can be found at three locations on the festival site.

How much money can I put on a cash card?
A maximum of €150 per transaction, and the card can hold a maximum balance of €150.
This limit is set by anti-money laundering legislation.

Can I get my money back if there’s balance left on the card?
Yes! If there’s any money left on your cash card, you can request a refund.
Refunds are available from Wednesday, August 20 through Friday, August 22. A €2.95 refund fee will apply.

Simply visit redeem.whizz-kit.com or scan the QR code on your cash card and fill in your details.

Which bank cards can I use for payment?
Accepted bank cards are Mastercard/Maestro and Visa/V Pay.

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We use a recycling system that ensures that plastic and tin waste can be recycled to a high standard. You will receive a recycle token from us upon arrival that you can hand in when ordering your first drink in a plastic cup/bottle or can.

• How does it work?

• First drink? Hand in your recycle token when you order at the bar.

• Going to get your next drink or don’t want one yet? Take your empty cup/bottle/can to a bar or recycle point and trade it for a new drink or a recycle token.

• Make sure you don’t lose your cup/bottle/can, otherwise it will cost you 0,5 token.

• Going home? Take your empty cup/bottle with you to the bar and trade it for a recycle token. You can use the recycle token at all B2S events.

Please note: this token is not a consumption token and has no € value, it can only be used as a deposit.

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Your own food and beverages are not permitted on the festival site. If you have a special diet (medical reasons only), make sure your food is sealed in its own packaging. Medicines can only be taken in when you have a doctor’s note. In case you need your medication, but don’t have a doctor’s note, please contact us via info@b2s.nl. You can only bring items such as deodorant and sunscreen if they are in their original, sealed package. Pressurized spray cans and perfume bottles are not permitted.

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The minimum age for admission is 18. In case of any doubt, you may be asked to show identification proving your age. Please bring valid proof of identification with you so you do not risk being refused entry. Valid proof of identification includes a driver’s license, valid passport, or identity card. A copy or photo of your identification is not valid.

Beekse Bergen 1

5081 NJ Hilvarenbeek

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FESTIVAL OPENING HOURS 

DECIBEL OUTDOOR FRIDAY [15:00 - 01:00HRS]

DECIBEL OUTDOOR SATURDAY [13:00 - 01:00HRS]

DECIBEL OUTDOOR SUNDAY [13:00 - 23:00HRS]

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CAMPSITE OPENING HOURS 

COMFORT CAMPSITE FRIDAY 11:00

LAKESIDE CAMPSITE FRIDAY 12:00

LAKESIDE ACCOMONDATION FRIDAY 13:00 (check-in from 15:00)

COMFORT ACCOMONDATION & DECIBEL CITY HOTEL FRIDAY 14:00 (check-in from 16:00) 

Decibel outdoor is the loudest festival on earth. Since 2002, it has been one of the biggest and most popular festivals within the harder styles scene. As of 2019, the annual event grew from one to three days on the most beautiful festival grounds The Netherlands has to offer. This is the place where music lovers with a passion for the harder styles come together. This is the city that offers everything you need. Make the most of your three full days on the festival terrain and explore musical experiences with over 300 artists divided among 12 different areas. Besides that, almost every stage changes genres each day. This means you can experience the epic festival terrain in the best way possible.

This city is your home. The city that never sleeps, but keeps on going! Besides the three festival days filled with musical madness, the party at the campsite never stops. The Decibel outdoor weekend has become a true phenomenon. Enjoy the famous camping vibe with all its secret activities, surprising pop-up parties and an overdose of unexpected craziness.

Welcome to Decibel outdoor. Let's LIVE LOUD!

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