Stahlzeit (Rammstein Tribute) in Gießen at Kloster Schiffenberg – Concert Review
- L7
- Aug 25
- 2 min read
Expectations
After an amazing day at the Kloster Schiffenberg the day before, and already knowing how Stahlzeit shows are, especially after seeing them a few months ago in Nuremberg, I could only expect the best: a great atmosphere with good food, plenty of Rammstein fans singing along, and a performance packed with fire, energy, and over two hours of hits.
Arrival, Merch & Beer
Arrival was very smooth, just like the day before, thanks to the free shuttle bus running from Philosophikum to the Kloster Schiffenberg. It was punctual, comfortable, and well-organized, so there were no overcrowded buses and the ride was easy.
The merch selection from Stahlzeit was big, including T-shirts, CDs, signed items, drink bottles, beer cups, and more. Shirts were 30 euros, with nice designs, though this time I didn’t grab anything.
Beer was again from Licher, their pils. At 5.50 euros plus 1.50 pfand, it was fair for a concert, and I treated myself once more to a Wildschweinbratwurst — because it was simply too good to skip, especially for 5 euros.
Stahlzeit
Stahlzeit plays without an opener and delivers a show of around 2 hours and 30 minutes — a full-length spectacle for any Rammstein fan. Not just a long set, but a complete production with lights, pyro, visuals, and a 27-song setlist covering all the big hits and more.
The concert kicked off with “Reise, Reise,” setting the tone immediately. The set leaned heavily on Mutter tracks — Spieluhr, Mutter, Ich Will, Sonne, Links 2 3 4, Mein Herz brennt, and Feuer frei!! Some of these I’ve only ever seen live with Stahlzeit, but they delivered each one with conviction. “Feuer frei” came with the legendary fire masks — just like the original. “Dicke Titten” is a track I doubt Rammstein will ever perform live, so hearing it here was a rare treat.
A special fan moment came with “Mein Herz brennt,” played first as a piano ballad and then in full-band version.
Let’s be honest: if you’re going to do a Rammstein tribute, you need to go all in. Stahlzeit does exactly that. The show was intense, full of fire, loud, emotional — and for around 50 euros a ticket, you really get your money’s worth.
And not everyone can afford or even access a Rammstein show. Not every city gets a stop on their tour. A band like Stahlzeit fills that gap — not as a cheap copy, but as a real experience in its own right.
Conclusion
I came in ready and hopeful — and I wasn’t disappointed. Stahlzeit isn’t just a cover act. It’s a thoughtful, powerful, and respectful homage to one of the biggest bands of our time.
Next time they’re around? Count me in again.
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