Kirchweih Dürrwangen
Traditional Allerweltskirchweih in the West Middle Franconian market town
About Dürrwanger Kärwa
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Kirchweih in a town with a high quality of life
As the days grow shorter in October, Dürrwangen comes together: The market town in the extreme west of Middle Franconia, near the border with Baden-Württemberg, celebrates its traditional Kirchweih on the third Sunday of the month. The baroque parish church of Maria Immaculata is at the center, its Gothic choir presumably dating from the 14th century and its striking onion dome completed in 1724.
Faith, Sociability, and Culinary Delights
In Dürrwangen, the Kirchweih is more than just a folk festival – it is a lived village community. Four inns in the town serve Franconian delicacies over the festival days, from Schäufele to Sauerbraten. The homemade Küchle, fried in lard, which are traditionally served at the Kärwa, play a special role. Associations such as the singing club founded in 1863 and the TSV 08 with its new multi-purpose sports facility shape the festival events.
A Village with Tradition
Dürrwangen sees itself as a livable community where the Kirchweih noticeably structures the annual cycle. Those who want to experience original Franconian customs away from the major tourist crowds will find a down-to-earth, warm Kärwa here, supported by the commitment of local associations and the church community.
Dürrwanger Kärwa — edition 2026
In 2026, the third Sunday in October falls on October 18 – accordingly, the Kirchweih will likely be held from Friday, October 16, to Tuesday, October 20. The festive service will take place on Kirchweih Sunday at 9 a.m. in the Maria Immaculata parish church with musical accompaniment by the Dürrwangen brass band; on Monday, a memorial service for deceased parishioners will be held at 6:30 p.m.
The exact program will be published in good time by the market town of Dürrwangen; the inns in the town and the local associations will shape the festival events.
Programme Dürrwanger Kärwa 2026
Kirchweih Sunday
- 9:00 AM — Festive service in the Maria Immaculata parish church with the Dürrwangen brass band
- 9:00 AM–2:00 PM — Fish market by the Aqua-Freunde Dürrwangen in the old gymnasium (ornamental fish, aquatic plants, accessories)
Kirchweih Monday
- 6:30 PM — Memorial service for deceased parishioners
Accompanying events
- Kirchweih party by the football department of TSV Dürrwangen at the sports facility with the Trendelmühler Musikanten
- Four inns with Franconian specialties and homemade Küchle throughout the festival days
The detailed schedule for 2026 will be announced by the market town of Dürrwangen shortly before the Kirchweih.
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Getting there
Dürrwangen is located in the Ansbach district on the border with Baden-Württemberg, easily accessible via the A 7 (Dinkelsbühl/Feuchtwangen exit). Parking available in the town.
Date
The Kirchweih is traditionally celebrated on the third Sunday in October, with festivities from Friday to Tuesday.
Contact
Market Dürrwangen, Phone +49 9856 9720-0.
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Where it takes place Dürrwanger Kärwa
Ortsmitte / Pfarrkirche Maria Immaculata