Annual highlight of the Duingen 1954 Rifle Association with the crowning of the new shooting royalty
The Königsschießen is about the symbolically most important award of the shooting year: the royal title. In Duingen, the marksmen and markswomen meet in the evening at the Schützenhaus. In the sporting part, the decisive shot determines who will be the queen or king in the new club year.
Following the competition, the festive proclamation takes place: the new dignitaries are presented by the board, adorned with chains and insignia, and introduced to their office to the applause of the audience. The ceremony is often accompanied by musical contributions and speeches. Afterwards, the club and the new king invite guests for a social gathering.
Duingen is known far beyond its pottery production in the Leinebergland. The 1954 Rifle Association cultivates shooting traditions as an important part of the village festival culture. The Königsschießen is the event where this becomes most visible.
Within two hours, tension and festivity condense: first, it's about the decisive shot, then about the crowning of the new shooting royalty.
The detailed program for 2026 will be announced by the club. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years: opening at 6 PM, Königsschießen, evaluation, proclamation of the new royalty with handover of insignia, followed by a social gathering.
The Königsschießen with Proclamation will take place on September 2, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Schützenhaus of the Duingen 1954 Rifle Association e.V., Duingen (31089).
Admission is free for spectators. Participation in the competition according to club rules.
Duingen can be reached via the B240 and L484. Parking available at the Schützenhaus.
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