When does the Niederaudorf Leonhard Ride begin?

The formation for the church procession begins on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 9:30 AM on the village street.

When does the festive service begin?

The festive service at Keindl-Anger at Hotel Keindl begins at 10:00 AM.

What is included in the program of the Leonhard Ride?

The program includes the church procession, festive service, a three-time circumambulation around the village church St. Michael, and the blessing of horse and riders.

Where does the event take place?

The meeting point and event location is Hotel Keindl, Dorfstr. 2 - 4, 83080 Oberaudorf.

Is there an admission fee?

Entry is free. In comparable official event announcements, a voluntary contribution is welcomed.

Can those outside the parish community participate as well?

The Leonhard Ride is a public religious and cultural event. Interested guests are warmly welcomed to participate and attend.

Leonhard Ride Niederaudorf 2026

Name: Niederaudorf Leonhard Ride for the 181st Time
Start: 2026-10-24T09:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-24T12:00:00+02:00
Location: Hotel Keindl

Faith, Horse Blessing, and Living Tradition in Niederaudorf

When the church procession forms in Niederaudorf on Saturday, October 24, 2026, a long-standing religious experience comes to life. The Niederaudorf Leonhard Ride combines worship, prayer, festive community, and the special bond between humans and animals into an impressive experience of faith in the Inntal Valley.

A Tradition Since 1845

The first Niederaudorf Leonhard Ride was held in 1845 by the then vicar of Oberaudorf, Johann Baptist Spagl. Since then, the Catholic parish community of St. Michael Niederaudorf-Reisach has preserved this ecclesiastical tradition with great dedication. At the center is Saint Leonhard, who is venerated in Bavaria as the patron saint of horses and livestock.

Church Procession and Festive Service

At 9:30 AM, the formation for the church procession begins on the village street. The festive procession leads to Keindl-Anger at Hotel Keindl. There, the festive service begins at 10:00 AM. Liturgy, prayer, and communal singing provide the spiritual focus of the Leonhard Ride and create space for reflection and gratitude.

Horse and Rider under the Blessing

After the service, the three-time circumambulation of the village church St. Michael follows. Horses and riders receive the traditional blessing. Decorated teams, traditional costumes, ecclesiastical symbols, and the serene dignity of the circumambulation shape the spiritual atmosphere. Visitors gain an immediate impression of lived faith practice and regional culture.

Community in the Name of Saint Leonhard

The Leonhard Ride brings together the parish community, families, riders, clubs, and interested parties. It represents religious connection, the preservation of traditional forms, and a spirituality that manifests itself in the midst of village life. Guests visiting Niederaudorf for the first time also experience an open and communal event with a strong regional character.

The Niederaudorf Leonhard Ride for the 181st time offers its visitors a festive morning between worship, horse blessing, and Bavarian tradition. Those who wish to experience the special connection of faith, animal blessing, and village community live will find an impressive place of encounter at Hotel Keindl.