Ornbau Old Town Festival with Jakobikirchweih
Festival in the medieval bridge town at the gateway to the Franconian Lake District
About Ornbau Old Town Festival
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Festival in the medieval bridge town
The Ornbau Old Town Festival with Jakobikirchweih is the social highlight of the summer in Ornbau, a historic small town in the Middle Franconian district of Ansbach in Bavaria. Ornbau is one of Bavaria's oldest bridge towns on the Altmühl and is considered the "gateway to the Franconian Lake District." For several days, the picturesque old town area transforms into a festive stage.
Jakobikirchweih and Old Town Flair
The festival is closely linked to the traditional Jakobikirchweih (St. James's Fair), which is celebrated in honor of Saint James. In the narrow alleys of the historic old town, there is lively activity throughout the festival weekend: beer tapping, festival catering, live music, and social gatherings bring locals and guests together.
The Traditional Jakobimarkt
A firm component is the Jakobimarkt (St. James's Market), which enlivens the old town with stalls, trade, and colorful hustle and bustle. Market, fair, and old town festival thus merge into a multi-day experience that makes the centuries-old history of the bridge town tangible.
Franconian Festival Culture at the Franconian Lake District
- Organizer: City of Ornbau
- Location: Old Town Ornbau, Ansbach District, Middle Franconia
- Region: Gateway to the Franconian Lake District, Altmühltal Valley
- Character: multi-day old town festival with a fair and St. James's Market
The Ornbau Old Town Festival is a prime example of the vibrant Franconian festival culture and the special historical flair of the bridge town on the Altmühl.
Ornbau Old Town Festival — edition 2026
The Ornbau Old Town Festival with Jakobikirchweih 2026 runs from July 22 to 27, 2026. For several days, the alleys of the historic old town are filled with lively festival activities: beer tapping to kick things off, festival catering, live music, and social gatherings characterize the days around the Jakobikirchweih. On Sunday, July 26, 2026, the traditional Jakobimarkt with stalls and colorful hustle and bustle enlivens the old town area. Market, fair, and old town festival merge into a multi-day experience in the medieval bridge town at the gateway to the Franconian Lake District.
Programme Ornbau Old Town Festival 2026
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Festival opening with beer tapping in the old town area
Thursday to Saturday, July 23–25, 2026
- Festival activities in the alleys of the old town
- Live music and festival catering
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Traditional Jakobimarkt in the old town area
- Festive social gathering for Jakobikirchweih
Monday, July 27, 2026
- Festival conclusion
Highlights Ornbau Old Town Festival 2026
- Multi-day festival in the medieval old town
- Traditional Jakobimarkt on Sunday
- Jakobikirchweih with festival catering and music
- Historical flair of the bridge town on the Altmühl
Prices Ornbau Old Town Festival 2026
The Old Town Festival and the Jakobimarkt are freely accessible. Food and drinks are offered on site.
Practical information — Ornbau Old Town Festival
Getting There
Ornbau is located in the Ansbach district of Middle Franconia near the Altmühlsee lake, accessible via regional roads from Ansbach or Gunzenhausen. Parking is available on the outskirts of the old town.
Admission
The Old Town Festival and the Jakobimarkt are freely accessible; consumption on site.
Tip
The Jakobimarkt usually takes place on Sunday (July 26, 2026). The historic old town with its medieval character is worth a stroll.
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Where it takes place Ornbau Old Town Festival
Altstadt Ornbau