XV. BIENNALE – Forge Devotion: Faith and Community in Kolbermoor
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Forge Devotion in Kolbermoor: A silent moment amidst fire, craftsmanship, and community
The Forge Devotion of the XV. BIENNALE invites you on August 7, 2026, to a special experience of faith: amidst the sound of the hammer, in the atmosphere of international blacksmithing, and in the heart of Kolbermoor's city center, a space for reflection, prayer, and spiritual community is created. The format combines religious experience with the character of an open city event and appeals to people who wish to experience faith, tradition, and encounters in a dignified manner. ([kolbermoor.de](https://www.kolbermoor.de/fileadmin/Stadt_Kolbermoor/Dateien/Sonstiges/Flyer_Biennale_2024.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Faith at the Place of Encounter
The devotion is part of the Biennale of the Smiths, which takes place in Kolbermoor every two years and is considered a large blacksmithing meeting in Southern Germany. The public setting in front of the Old Town Hall creates a special connection between craftsmanship, culture, and spirituality. It is this mixture that makes the moment so impressive for visitors: calm, open, and supported by shared attention. ([chiemsee-alpenland.de](https://www.chiemsee-alpenland.de/_Resources/Persistent/e467138890465bd1c0b7df1b2819b6a4b9af60d5/Basistext_Stadt%2C%20Kultur%2C%20Kongress.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Kolbermoor as a Vibrant Venue
The square in front of the Old Town Hall at Rosenheimer Straße 1 is one of the central places in Kolbermoor. The historic town hall building, also known as Angerbauerhaus, has shaped the cityscape since the 19th century. For arrival and parking, the city offers a parking garage in the town hall area; moreover, Kolbermoor is well connected to public transport. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altes_Rathaus_Kolbermoor?utm_source=openai))
Spiritual Atmosphere Between Fire and Silence
The Forge Devotion sets a conscious contrast to the lively festival atmosphere of the Biennale. In this interplay of concentrated craftsmanship, traditional liturgy, and shared stillness, a faith experience emerges that opens up space for gratitude, hope, and connectedness. The event is aimed at people from the region as well as guests who wish to discover the religious and cultural character of the Biennale. ([kolbermoor.de](https://www.kolbermoor.de/fileadmin/Stadt_Kolbermoor/Dateien/Sonstiges/Flyer_Biennale_2024.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Community and Ecclesiastical Background
Kolbermoor is shaped by the City Church of Kolbermoor. The Catholic city church and the Protestant parish are present in the city and represent a lively community life with services, pastoral care, and communal offerings. This makes the Forge Devotion a place where regional faith practice and public cultural space respectfully come together. ([kolbermoor.de](https://www.kolbermoor.de/leben-soziales/soziales/kirchen-und-pfarraemter?utm_source=openai))
Those who experience the Forge Devotion live sense the special connection between tradition, art, and spiritual reflection. A visit is worthwhile for everyone looking for an open religious event in a dignified atmosphere and who wish to consciously experience the moment of reflection in the heart of Kolbermoor. ([kolbermoor.de](https://www.kolbermoor.de/fileadmin/Stadt_Kolbermoor/Dateien/Sonstiges/Flyer_Biennale_2024.pdf?utm_source=openai))
