Goaßlschnalzen demonstration
Spectators hear rhythmic whip cracks and see a spirited folk performance after the solemn ceremonies.
Nov 6
Bad Tölz Saint Leonhard's Ride
Leonhardifahrt Bad Tölz
Bad Tölz, Germany
Nov 6, 2026Confirmed
Each November 6, the Bavarian spa town of Bad Tölz honors Saint Leonhard, patron of farmers and animals, with a great horse pilgrimage. Hundreds of riders in historical dress drive flower-decked carriages and horses up to the saint's chapel, in a centuries-old blessing of the beasts that draws thousands to line the streets.
Key moments
Day 1 · Nov 6
Procession begins at Kurviertel – departure of horses
Spectators can see the elaborately decorated horse-drawn wagons and riders in Tracht at the very start of the procession.
~9:00
Blessing and mass at Mühlfeldkirche
Attendees gather at the church for a field mass and see horses and owners receiving blessings.
Around 11:00
Where it happens
Kurpark Bad Tölz
Bad Tölz, Germany
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Consider Tracht
Traditional Bavarian costume (Lederhosen/Dirndl) recommended for participants
Read the local rhythm
Stand quietly during blessing; children accompanied by adults
Keep the visit respectful
Dress respectfully and quietly during the procession and blessing; refrain from talking or...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Bad Tölz Saint Leonhard's Ride
Leonhardifahrt Bad Tölz
Bad Tölz, Germany
Each November 6, the Bavarian spa town of Bad Tölz honors Saint Leonhard, patron of farmers and animals, with a great horse pilgrimage. Hundreds of riders in historical dress drive flower-decked carriages and horses up to the saint's chapel, in a centuries-old blessing of the beasts that draws thousands to line the streets.
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The story behind it
Saint Leonhard is the patron saint of farmers and animals, celebrated in many Bavarian villages each November. The Leonhardifahrt honors this tradition through a communal blessing of horses and other livestock. In Bad Tölz, the event reflects the town's agrarian heritage and Catholic faith; villagers wear traditional Tracht and the community thanks God for the harvest and their animals.
Key moments to know
Day 1Nov 63 moments
Day 1Nov 6Approximate
Goaßlschnalzen demonstration
Spectators hear rhythmic whip cracks and see a spirited folk performance after the solemn ceremonies.
Day 1Nov 6~9:00Expected
Procession begins at Kurviertel – departure of horses
Spectators can see the elaborately decorated horse-drawn wagons and riders in Tracht at the very start of the procession.
Day 1Nov 6Around 11:00Approximate
Blessing and mass at Mühlfeldkirche
Attendees gather at the church for a field mass and see horses and owners receiving blessings.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Consider Tracht
Traditional Bavarian costume (Lederhosen/Dirndl) recommended for participants
Read the local rhythm
Stand quietly during blessing; children accompanied by adults
Keep the visit respectful
Dress respectfully and quietly during the procession and blessing; refrain from talking or using flash photogra...
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No flash
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Nov 6, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Bad Tölz
Upper Bavaria
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Moderate visitor welcome
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