Inzeller Michaeliritt
Traditional Horse Pilgrimage in the Chiemgau
About Michaeliritt Inzell
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A Vibrant Horse Pilgrimage in the Chiemgau
The Inzeller Michaeliritt is one of the most significant horse pilgrimages in the Chiemgau region and a firm fixture in the customs calendar of the municipality of Inzell in the Upper Bavarian district of Traunstein. On the last Sunday in September, the town center transforms into a festive stage for around 250 magnificently decorated horses, riders, teams, and carriages.
Blessing of Horses at the Church of Our Lady
After assembling at the Badepark, the impressive procession of riders moves through the town center. The highlight is the traditional blessing of horses at the Church of Our Lady: the festively adorned animals are blessed – a custom dating back centuries to the veneration of the peasant patrons St. Leonard, St. Michael, and St. George. In Inzell, the ride was moved to coincide with Saint Michael's Day, thus linking it with Michaeli, a traditional farmers' holiday with market activities.
Grand Michaelifest at the Badepark
Following the pilgrimage, the grand Michaelifest takes place at the Badepark. A Sunday with extended shopping hours, a handicraft and customs market in the town center, and hearty catering with Chiemgau specialties make the day an autumn highlight for families, locals, and guests.
Tradition with Customs
- Assembly: 1:00 PM at the Badepark
- Riders' Procession: from 1:30 PM through the town center
- Blessing of Horses: at the Church of Our Lady
- Market: Handicraft and customs market from 10:00 AM in the town center
The Michaeliritt is deeply rooted in Inzell's identity and attracts thousands of spectators to the Chiemgau every year.
Michaeliritt Inzell — edition 2026
The Inzeller Michaeliritt 2026 will be celebrated on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The handicraft and customs market and Inzell's shops will open for extended Sunday shopping hours in the town center starting at 10 AM. At 1 PM, the riders' procession will assemble at the Badepark, and from 1:30 PM, around 250 festively decorated horses, teams, and carriages will parade through the town. The animals will be solemnly blessed at the Church of Our Lady. Afterwards, the grand Michaelifest with hearty catering will take place at the Badepark.
Programme Michaeliritt Inzell 2026
Sunday, September 27, 2026
- 10:00 AM: Opening of the handicraft and customs market, Sunday shopping hours
- 1:00 PM: Assembly of the riders' procession at the Badepark
- 1:30 PM: Riders' procession with around 250 horses through the town center
- Blessing of horses at the Church of Our Lady
- Following: Grand Michaelifest at the Badepark
Highlights Michaeliritt Inzell 2026
- Around 250 festively decorated horses, teams, and carriages
- Traditional blessing of horses at the Church of Our Lady
- Handicraft and customs market
- Sunday shopping hours in town
- Grand Michaelifest at the Badepark
Prices Michaeliritt Inzell 2026
The Michaeliritt, the market, and the Michaelifest are free and open to all.
Practical information — Michaeliritt Inzell
Getting There
Inzell is located in the Chiemgau region in the district of Traunstein, accessible via the A8 (Siegsdorf exit) and the B306. Train travel via Traunstein with a connecting bus to Inzell.
Admission
The Michaeliritt, the market, and the Michaelifest are free to attend.
Tip
The riders' procession starts at 1:30 PM – secure a spot along the route to the Church of Our Lady early. The day also features Sunday shopping hours in the town.
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Where it takes place Michaeliritt Inzell
Ortszentrum Inzell / Badepark