Grand Costume Procession
Spectators line the streets to watch horses, carriages and performers proceed in full historical regalia, accompanied by music and pageantry.
~17:00
Landshut Wedding (Festival of 1475)
Landshuter Hochzeit 1475
Landshut, Germany
Jun 25 - Jul 18, 2027ConfirmedSource
Every four years, the Bavarian town of Landshut throws itself back into the Middle Ages to reenact a royal wedding of 1475, when a Bavarian duke married a Polish princess. Tens of thousands take part in authentic period costume, parading, jousting, and feasting, in one of Europe's grandest historical pageants.
Key moments
Where it happens
Prantlgarten Theater
Landshut, Germany
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Respect local boundaries
Traditional medieval costume (many locals custom-make)
Read the local rhythm
Be respectful of performers and historical reenactment etiquette.
Ask before close-up photos
Ask permission
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Landshut Wedding (Festival of 1475)
Landshuter Hochzeit 1475
Landshut, Germany
Every four years, the Bavarian town of Landshut throws itself back into the Middle Ages to reenact a royal wedding of 1475, when a Bavarian duke married a Polish princess. Tens of thousands take part in authentic period costume, parading, jousting, and feasting, in one of Europe's grandest historical pageants.
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Jun 25 - Jul 18, 2027Confirmed dates
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The story behind it
Rooted in a historic event from 1475, the festival is deeply tied to Landshut’s identity. Locals spend the year preparing costumes and floats. It has been declared German cultural heritage and is organized by the 'Förderer' association for preservation of Bavarian customs.
Key moments to know
~17:00Expected
Grand Costume Procession
Spectators line the streets to watch horses, carriages and performers proceed in full historical regalia, accompanied by music and pageantry.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Traditional medieval costume (many locals custom-make)
Read the local rhythm
Be respectful of performers and historical reenactment etiquette.
Ask before close-up photos
Ask permission
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Jun 25 - Jul 18, 2027
Confirmed
City / Area
Landshut
Bavaria (Lower Bavaria)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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