Laichinger Pfingstmarkt
Traditional market for goods and animals on Whit Monday in the Swabian Jura
About Pfingstmarkt
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Laichinger Pfingstmarkt — Alb Tradition for Generations
The Pfingstmarkt in Laichingen is one of the oldest market traditions in the Swabian Jura. Every Whit Monday, the town centre transforms into a market for goods and animals, attracting visitors from far beyond the Alb-Donau district. Over 200 stallholders bring their wares to the town — from plants and flowers to clothing, jewellery, and household goods. This makes the Laichinger Pfingstmarkt one of the three major annual markets in the town, alongside the spring and autumn markets.
Animal Market — A Reminder of Cattle Market Tradition
The early morning is traditionally opened by the animal market: small animals, poultry, rabbits, and pigeons are traded — a direct link to Laichingen's old cattle market tradition as a central market day for Alb farmers. Today, the animal market has a smaller, more folkloric character, but it is firmly linked to the Pfingstmarkt and begins well before general market operations.
Market for Goods from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The main market starts at 8 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m. The market offerings include textiles, leather goods, kitchen appliances, tools, souvenirs, sweets, and specialities from Swabia. At the food stalls, you'll find bratwurst, Käsespätzle, roasted almonds, crêpes, and waffles. A special attraction for families: a children's carousel, a miniature railway, and shooting galleries — small, classic Volksfest elements.
Laichingen — Town in the Swabian Jura
Laichingen is located on the plateau of the Swabian Jura, about halfway between Stuttgart and Ulm in the Alb-Donau district. With around 11,500 inhabitants, the Alb town is the economic centre of its region — known for its textile factories and its long market tradition. The Pfingstmarkt, along with the spring and autumn markets, is one of the highlights in Laichingen's event calendar.
Pfingstmarkt — edition 2026
Pfingstmarkt 2026 — May 25 in Laichingen
On Whit Monday, May 25, 2026, the town of Laichingen invites you to the traditional Pfingstmarkt in the town centre. Over 200 stallholders bring a wide range of goods — from fresh vegetables, flowers, and plants to textiles and leather goods, as well as household items, tools, toys, sweets, and souvenirs.
The animal market opens its doors early in the morning, giving the Pfingstmarkt its special character and recalling Laichingen's old cattle market tradition. For families, children's carousels, a miniature railway, and several food stalls are set up on the festival grounds.
Programme Pfingstmarkt 2026
Programme Laichinger Pfingstmarkt May 25, 2026
- Early Morning — Animal Market: Small animals, poultry, rabbits, pigeons — a nod to the historical cattle market tradition
- 8:00 a.m. — Opening of the Market for Goods in the market square and town centre
- Over 200 Stallholders offer their wares: vegetables, plants, flowers, textiles, leather goods, sweets, decorative items, household goods, tools, toys
- Food Stalls: Bratwurst, Käsespätzle, sausages, roasted almonds, crêpes, waffles, ice cream
- Family Programme: Children's carousel, miniature railway, shooting gallery — classic Volksfest atmosphere
- 6:00 p.m. — Market End
Current info on Laichingen markets: laichingen.de/maerkte.
Highlights Pfingstmarkt 2026
- Over 200 Stalls in the market square and town centre
- Morning Animal Market as a reminder of Laichingen's old cattle market tradition
- Children's Carousel and Miniature Railway for families
- Swabian specialities from Bratwurst to Käsespätzle
- Whit Monday, May 25, 2026 — 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission
Prices Pfingstmarkt 2026
Free admission. Goods sold at market prices.
Practical information — Pfingstmarkt
Getting There
Train: Schwäbische Alb-Bahn Laichingen stop (from Ulm and Stuttgart via Merklingen). A few minutes' walk from the station to the town centre.
Car: A8 Stuttgart–Munich, exit Merklingen/Schwäbische Alb, then approx. 5 km to Laichingen. Parking around the town centre.
Address: Marktplatz and Innenstadt, 89150 Laichingen.
Opening Hours
Whit Monday, May 25, 2026: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Animal market early in the morning.
Admission
Free admission. Goods sold at market prices.
Organiser
Town of Laichingen. More info at laichingen.de/maerkte.
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Where it takes place Pfingstmarkt
Laichinger Stadtmitte / Marktplatz
Marktplatz, 89150 Laichingen