Carnival in Düsseldorf: children’s parade, Kö street party, & Rosenmontag floats

Step into Carnival in Düsseldorf’s “fifth season” with this immersive photo essay, from children’s parades and Kö street parties to Rosenmontag’s legendary floats and sharp political satire along the Rhine. Follow the city as it explodes in candy, costumes, and cries of “Helau!” in one delirious week of celebration.