Kirchweih Leerstetten
Traditional Franconian Kirwa on the fourth weekend of August
About Kirchweih Leerstetten
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Franconian Kirwa in Leerstetten
The Kirchweih Leerstetten is deeply rooted in Franconian tradition. It takes place every year on the fourth weekend of August in the Leerstetten district of the municipality of Schwanstetten in the Roth district. The venue is the Kirchplatz on Hauptstraße 6a, which becomes the focal point of village life.
Kerwaboum and Kerwamadli
The Kirwa is upheld by the Kerwaboum and Kerwamadli of Leerstetten – the village youth who organize the festival, erect the Kerwabaum, and attend the joint church service on Kirchweihtag (Kirchweih day). Their voluntary commitment ensures the continuation of a tradition that connects generations.
Festival Procession and Customs
The Kirchweih opens on Friday evening with the Kirchweih festival procession, which begins at 6:15 PM. For four days, the raising and dancing around the Kerwabaum, brass music, Franconian delicacies, and convivial gatherings shape the festival. The close connection between the church and the village makes the Kirwa an authentic expression of Middle Franconian festival culture.
Community in the Roth District
The Kirchweih Leerstetten is much more than a festival: it strengthens the cohesion in the village and attracts guests from the entire Roth district. As one of numerous Franconian Kirwa festivals, it exemplifies the vibrant preservation of customs in the region.
Kirchweih Leerstetten — edition 2026
The Kirchweih Leerstetten 2026 will be celebrated from August 21 to 24 at the Kirchplatz in the Leerstetten district. On Friday, August 21, the Kirchweih festival procession will open the festivities at 6:15 PM. For four days, Kerwaboum and Kerwamadli will ensure authentic Franconian Kirwa flair: Kerwabaum, Kerwatanz (Kirchweih dance), brass music, Franconian delicacies, and convivial gatherings. On Kirchweih day, the Kerwa couples will attend the church service together – an expression of the close connection between the church and the village community.
Programme Kirchweih Leerstetten 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
- 6:15 PM: Kirchweih festival procession, opening of the Kirwa
- Raising of the Kerwabaum, festival activities at the Kirchplatz
Saturday to Monday, August 22–24, 2026
- Festival activities at the Kirchplatz with brass music and hospitality
- Kirchweih service with Kerwaboum and Kerwamadli
- Kerwatanz and Franconian customs
Highlights Kirchweih Leerstetten 2026
- Traditional Franconian Kirwa on the 4th weekend of August
- Kirchweih festival procession to open the event
- Kerwabaum and Kerwatanz
- Organized by Kerwaboum and Kerwamadli
Prices Kirchweih Leerstetten 2026
Practical information — Kirchweih Leerstetten
Getting There
Leerstetten is a district of the municipality of Schwanstetten in the Roth district of Middle Franconia. Arrive by car via the B 8 / A 6, south of Nuremberg. The Kirchplatz on Hauptstraße 6a is centrally located in the village.
Admission
Admission to the Kirchweih is generally free. Costs are incurred for food and drinks.
Date
2026: August 21 to 24. Opening with Kirchweih festival procession on Friday, August 21, at 6:15 PM.
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Where it takes place Kirchweih Leerstetten
Kirchplatz Leerstetten
Hauptstraße 6a, 90596 Schwanstetten