Linner Burg-, Trachten- and Heimatfest
Homeland and marksmen's festival of the Linner Schützenverein 1388
About Linner Burg- and Heimatfest
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Marksmen's Association since 1388
The Linner Schützenverein 1388 e.V. is one of the oldest marksmen's associations in the Rhineland — the club's history dates back to the late Middle Ages. Its most important annual festival, the Linner Burg-, Trachten- and Heimatfest, will take place from August 7 to 10, 2026. For four days, marksmen's parades, king's shooting, the festival tent, and the homeland program will shape the image of the Krefeld district of Linn — a historic settlement west of Krefeld's city center.
Around Linn Castle
Linn Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval moated castles in the Rhineland. The Lower Rhine Landscape Museum is now housed there, and the historic town center around the castle is a protected monument. The homeland festival uses this backdrop with marksmen's parades along the historic alleys, a festival tent near the castle, and a homeland and traditional costume program in the squares.
Marksmen's and Homeland Tradition
The Linner Schützenverein 1388 e.V. cultivates the Rhenish marksmen's and homeland tradition. The program includes king's shooting, the grand parade on Sunday (typically August 9, 2026), club evening, homeland evening, and the traditional king's ball. Traditional costume groups from Linn and neighboring associations march along; the homeland and costume element gives the festival its specific profile beyond a pure marksmen's festival.
Festival Tent and Catering
A festival tent is set up on the festival grounds near the castle, hosting the main events — opening dance, king's proclamation, king's ball, homeland evening. In addition, there are catering stands, funfair attractions, and homeland sales booths run by the associations. The city of Krefeld and the Krefeld-Linn district support the festival with representatives.
Linn as a Historic District
Krefeld-Linn is located about 8 km east of Krefeld's city center on the Rhine-Ruhr port. The former independent municipality of Linn was incorporated in 1929 but has retained its historic town center and identity. With Linn Castle, the Lower Rhine Landscape Museum, and the Flax Market — a second major event around the castle in May — Linn is one of Krefeld's most culturally active districts.
Linner Burg- and Heimatfest — edition 2026
Castle, Costume, and Homeland Festival 2026
From August 7 to 10, 2026, the Linner Schützenverein 1388 e.V. is organizing the annual homeland festival around Linn Castle. The historic backdrop — one of the best-preserved medieval moated castles in the Rhineland — gives the event its special profile.
Four festival days featuring a marksmen's parade, king's shooting with king's proclamation, homeland evening, and king's ball will shape the image of Linn. Traditional costume groups from Linn and friendly associations march along; the homeland element is an essential part of the festival.
Programme Linner Burg- and Heimatfest 2026
Usual Schedule (2026 program to be published by the marksmen's association)
- Friday, August 7, 2026: Opening of the festival tent, marksmen's parade, opening dance
- Saturday, August 8, 2026: King's shooting, dance evening
- Sunday, August 9, 2026: Festival high mass, grand parade of marksmen and traditional costume groups, king's proclamation, king's ball
- Monday, August 10, 2026: Homeland evening, festival finale
Detailed times and venues will be communicated by the Linner Schützenverein via linnerschuetzenverein.de.
Highlights Linner Burg- and Heimatfest 2026
- One of the most traditional marksmen's festivals in the Rhineland
- Organizer: Linner Schützenverein 1388 — founded in the late Middle Ages
- Festival setting around the medieval moated castle of Linn
- Traditional costume groups from Linn and friendly associations
- King's shooting, grand parade, and king's ball
Prices Linner Burg- and Heimatfest 2026
Parade and public program items: Free admission. King's ball and special events may require a separate ticket. Food and drinks in the festival tent at usual festival prices.
Practical information — Linner Burg- and Heimatfest
Getting There
By train to Krefeld Hauptbahnhof, then take bus 058 or light rail 042 to Krefeld-Linn (approx. 20 minutes). By car via the A 57 (Krefeld-Bockum exit). Parking around Linn Castle.
Opening Hours
Friday, August 7, 2026 to Monday, August 10, 2026. Exact program times will be published by the Linner Schützenverein shortly before the date via linnerschuetzenverein.de.
Admission
Admission to the festival tent and marksmen's parades is usually free. King's ball and special events may have a separate admission fee. Food and drinks are available at festival tent prices.
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Where it takes place Linner Burg- and Heimatfest
Krefeld-Linn rund um die Burg Linn
Linn, 47809 Krefeld