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Leonhardi horse processions in Bavaria

Overview

Traditional Leonhardi processions, religious pilgrimages honoring Saint Leonhard, have been held and are being prepared for across various districts in Bavaria, Germany.

In the Miesbach district, events in Roßholzen and Reichersdorf featured decorated horses, festive carriages, and participants in traditional costumes. In Reichersdorf, approximately 2,000 spectators attended a procession involving 166 horses and 29 decorated wagons. Religious leaders, including Deacon Günter Schmitzberger and Pater Michael of the Teutonic Order, led services to seek blessings for humanity, animals, and nature.

Preparations are continuing for upcoming celebrations, such as the 52nd Leonhardiritt in Großaitingen and the 171st Leonhardifahrt in Bad Tölz. In Bad Tölz, 73 teams have registered for the November event, with several local farms being honored for decades of participation in the tradition.

Entities

Leonhardifahrt · St. Leonhard · Miesbach · Großaitingen · Roßholzen

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Traditional Leonhardi processions prepare for upcoming celebrations

    Traditional Leonhardi processions in Bad Tölz and Großaitingen are preparing for upcoming celebrations, honoring long-term participants and maintaining regional customs.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Traditional Leonhardi horse processions held in Bavaria

    Traditional Leonhardi horse processions and religious pilgrimages were held in Roßholzen and Reichersdorf, Germany, featuring decorated carriages and blessings for people and animals.

Sources

alpenwelle.de · augsburger-allgemeine.de · merkur-online.de · samerbergernachrichten.de