Pentecost Pilgrimage Munich-Rosenheim to Altötting
Multi-day pilgrimage from Munich and Rosenheim to Altötting on Pentecost
About Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting
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The largest walking pilgrimage to Altötting on Pentecost
The Pentecost Pilgrimage Munich-Rosenheim to Altötting is one of Bavaria's most important Marian pilgrimages. Every year, thousands of pilgrims from the greater Munich area and the Rosenheim region set out on foot to the Bavarian National Shrine of Altötting on Pentecost, whose Black Madonna has been venered in the Chapel of Grace since the 15th century.
Several groups, one common entry
The pilgrimage is organized into groups that are on the road for between two and four days. Pilgrims start on different days depending on their home deanery: longer routes begin on Friday or Saturday, shorter ones on Sunday. All groups meet on Whit Monday in the pilgrimage town of Heiligenstatt to then enter Altötting together – with flags, traditional costumes, and pilgrimage crosses.
Motto 2026: »Transitus – Transition«
Each edition has its own spiritual motto. In 2026, the pilgrimage is under the motto »Transitus – Transition«, a theme that connects the spiritual idea of pilgrimage – setting out, being on the way, and arriving – with current questions of change, upheaval, and new beginnings. The solemn festival mass in the Basilica of St. Anna in Altötting will be led by Father Christoph Lentz.
Tradition between popular piety and experience
The Pentecost Pilgrimage to Altötting is deeply rooted in the popular piety of Old Bavaria. Many families have participated for generations – young people often start as companions, later as precentors, singers, or luggage carriers. Songs are sung along the way, the Rosary is prayed, and stations with devotions are held. Overnight stays are in parish halls, school gymnasiums, or with host families along the route.
Altötting – Bavaria's Marian Center
Altötting, in the Upper Bavarian district of the same name, has been a spiritual center of attraction for millions of pilgrims for over 500 years. The Chapel of Grace with the Black Madonna, the Basilica of St. Anna, the Collegiate Church, and the spacious Chapel Square form an ensemble that shapes Bavaria religiously like hardly any other place. The Pentecost Pilgrimage Munich-Rosenheim is one of the largest communal events of the church year here every year.
Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting — edition 2026
The 2026 edition starts, depending on the group, on Friday, May 22, 2026, and ends on Whit Monday, May 25, 2026, with the solemn joint entry into Altötting. The motto is »Transitus – Transition« – a spiritual motto that alludes to the transition of Pentecost as the birth of the Church and to current experiences of departure and change.
The pilgrims are on the road in several groups, each with its own route, stages, and accompanying program of devotions, songs, and discussion opportunities. All groups meet on Whit Monday morning in Heiligenstatt to then enter the Marian city of Altötting together, led by flags and pilgrimage crosses. The highlight is the festival mass in the Basilica of St. Anna, celebrated by Father Christoph Lentz.
Programme Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting 2026
Schedule 2026
- Friday, 22.05.2026 – Start of the longer pilgrimage groups from the greater Munich area
- Saturday, 23.05.2026 – Pilgrimage routes in the Hofolding and Ebersberg forests, joint stage masses
- Sunday, 24.05.2026 – Start of shorter groups from the Rosenheim area, Pentecost Vigil en route
- Whit Monday, 25.05.2026 – Meeting point Heiligenstatt, joint entry into Altötting, festival mass in the Basilica of St. Anna with Father Christoph Lentz, followed by a Marian devotion in the Chapel of Grace
Highlights Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting 2026
- Motto 2026: »Transitus – Transition«
- Joint pilgrim entry from Heiligenstatt to Altötting on Whit Monday
- Festival mass in the Basilica of St. Anna
- Devotions at the Chapel of Grace with the Black Madonna
- Proven support structures for families, young people, and regular pilgrims
Prices Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting 2026
Participation in the pilgrimage is free. There are small contributions for accommodation, food, and luggage transport depending on the group. Registration and information via pfingstwallfahrt.de.
Practical information — Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting
Participation
Registration takes place well in advance – either by paper form or online via the website pfingstwallfahrt.de. Overnight stays are organized depending on the group; booking your own is recommended. Songbooks are available during the pilgrimage.
Luggage
The luggage capacity of the support vehicles is limited. The organizers recommend taking "as little as possible" with you. Weatherproof clothing, good shoes, and a water bottle are essential.
Getting to Altötting
Those who want to experience the solemn entry on Whit Monday in Altötting can reach the town via the A94 (Munich–Passau, exit Altötting) or by train (Altötting station). Parking is limited on the festival day; early arrival is recommended.
Contact
Detailed information on individual groups, routes, and registration procedures at pfingstwallfahrt.de.
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Where it takes place Pentecost Pilgrimage Altötting
Basilika St. Anna und Gnadenkapelle Altötting
Kapellplatz, 84503 Altötting