SpringFurCon - Furry Convention in Schweinfurt (SFC)

SpringFurCon (SFC) is an absolutely enchanting, profoundly atmospheric gathering nestled directly into the heart of Germany! Masterfully operating out of the picturesque, historic city of Schweinfurt, this incredibly beautiful convention completely eschews the chaotic frenzy of massive European trade-show events. Instead, SFC engineers a deeply magical, intricately detailed weekend retreat that brilliantly celebrates the awakening of nature and the vibrant transition away from the freezing European winter.

2026: The Enchanted Forest

Running April 8-12, 2026, the convention is plunging headfirst into an unbelievably immersive, massively theatrical "Der verwunschene Wald" (The Enchanted Forest) theme!

This aesthetic is profoundly fitting for the German spring landscape. Attendees can expect an incredibly welcoming, deeply engaging environment brimming with magical creatures, elaborate fantasy-themed programming, and the legendary warmth of world-class Bavarian hospitality. Beyond the magic, SpringFurCon is also fiercely dedicated to its community impact, actively raising critical funds for Frauenhaus Schweinfurt--an essential local organization providing vital shelter and support for women and children escaping domestic violence.

Getting There

Schweinfurt's central positioning makes reaching the enchanted forest incredibly smooth:

• Flying (International): Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the absolute titan of German air travel and one of the largest hubs on Earth. From the terminal, a phenomenal network of ultra-fast ICE trains connects you directly toward Schweinfurt in roughly two hours.
• Flying (Regional): Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is significantly closer. If you snag a flight into NUE, the transit time to Schweinfurt drops to barely an hour by car or regional rail.
• By Train: The legendary Deutsche Bahn (DB) railway network flawlessly services Schweinfurt. From absolutely anywhere in Germany, attendees can smoothly navigate via direct connections or simple regional hops, making it an incredibly green, low-stress transit option.

Accommodation

The convention has locked down an absolutely spectacular venue:

• Main Venue (Mercure Hotel Schweinfurt Maininsel): A gorgeous, premium 4-star property located entirely on its own private island in the River Main! This translates to a phenomenally quiet, beautiful, and highly insulated convention environment. Registration for the con brilliantly handles hotel room reservations simultaneously, securing attendees premium perks like included breakfast and free Wi-Fi while keeping the entire community under one singular roof.
• The Schweinfurt Grid: If the official island block hits capacity, the historic city center is merely a beautiful walk across the bridge, offering a massive array of highly affordable, incredibly charming local guesthouses and overflow hotels.

Highlights

• The Bavarian Retreat: A profoundly atmospheric, highly immersive Springtime getaway completely separated from massive city chaos.
• The Enchanted Forest: An unbelievably magical, deeply thematic "Der verwunschene Wald" aesthetic explicitly designed to celebrate the beautiful spring awakening over the April 2026 dates.
• The Private Island Venue: Hosted brilliantly on the River Main at the gorgeous 4-star Mercure Hotel Schweinfurt Maininsel!
• Fierce Charity Support: A deeply admirable, community-driven partnership directly supporting the incredible work of Frauenhaus Schweinfurt.