Schönseer Kirwa
International Kirchweih on the Czech Republic border
About Schönseer Kirwa
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A Kirwa between Bavaria and Bohemia
The Schönseer Kirwa is more than a classic Bavarian Kirchweih: it is an expression of the cross-border world of life in the Oberpfälzer Wald. Schönsee is located directly on the border with the Czech Republic in the district of Schwandorf — the program, which transforms the entire main street into an open-air stage in July, is accordingly open and diverse.
Two festival areas, two characters
The festival takes place at two locations: at the Raiffeisengelände in Bahnhofstraße, the agricultural and craft side of the region is showcased with vintage cars, a petting zoo, information stands, and regional products. In the Hauptstraße, on the other hand, there is an international flair: around 15 street food stations offer specialties from Poland, the Czech Republic, the Balkans, Asia, and Latin America.
Program and atmosphere
- Street Food Market from 11:30 a.m. with around 15 nations
- Roast pork and traditional dishes in the beer garden
- Vintage car exhibition with vehicles from the Czech Republic (12–3 p.m. at the town hall)
- Petting zoo, bouncy castle, face painting for the youngest guests
- Live dance by the East End Stompers, traditional costume presentation by Trachten Ebnet
- Flea market and handicrafts
- Information stand of the Johanniter with an ambulance
Tradition meets progress
The original Kerwa tradition – the Kirchweih festival to celebrate the consecration of the parish church – is still palpable in Schönsee, but the festival has consciously opened up. With the 30th anniversary of the Land&Gut association, the Kirwa gained additional radiance as a showcase for regional economy. Schönsee sees itself today as a bridge town in the Bohemian-Bavarian region, and the Kirwa is one of the most visible stages for this self-image.
Schönseer Kirwa — edition 2026
The Schönseer Kirwa 2026 will take place on Monday, July 13, 2026. Both festival areas — the Raiffeisengelände on Bahnhofstraße and the central Hauptstraße — will be open from late morning, with the street food market starting at 11:30 a.m.
The focus will once again be on the coexistence of generations and cultures around the Schönsee–Bělá border region. The organizers from the Land&Gut association are continuing the multi-year tradition of staging the Kirwa as a showcase for regional economy and international street food. The official city program and any current program changes can be found via the city of Schönsee and in publications in the Oberpfalz press (e.g., Onetz, Oberpfalzecho).
Programme Schönseer Kirwa 2026
Program Schönseer Kirwa July 13, 2026
- from 11:30 a.m. — Opening of the international street food market on Hauptstraße, specialties from around 15 nations
- from 11:00 a.m. — Festival activities at Raiffeisengelände on Bahnhofstraße with beer garden, roast pork, and live music
- 12:00–3:00 p.m. — Vintage car exhibition with vehicles from the Czech Republic at the town hall
- afternoon — Performance by the East End Stompers (Line Dance), traditional costume presentation by Trachten Ebnet, petting zoo, and children's program by the volunteer fire department
- all day — Flea market, handicrafts, information stand of the Johanniter with ambulance
- evening — Wind down with live music in the beer garden at Raiffeisengelände
Highlights Schönseer Kirwa 2026
- Street food from around 15 nations on Hauptstraße
- Czech vintage cars at the town hall
- Petting zoo and children's program
- Border Kirchweih experience Bavaria–Bohemia
Prices Schönseer Kirwa 2026
Free admission. Food and drinks are paid for at the street food market and in the beer garden at the respective prices; individual children's attractions may incur a small fee.
Practical information — Schönseer Kirwa
Getting there
Schönsee is located in the far northeast of the Oberpfalz. By car via the A 93 (exit Schwandorf, then continue via Oberviechtach) or from the Czech Republic via the Friedrichshäng border crossing. Train travelers go to Schwarzenfeld and change to the bus.
Admission
Free admission. Food, drinks, and the bouncy castle are paid for on site.
Tip
Those who arrive in the morning have the choice at the street food stalls; it gets crowded in the late afternoon. A visit can be well combined with a hike in the Oberpfälzer Wald Nature Park or a trip to Bělá nad Radbuzou (CZ).
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Where it takes place Schönseer Kirwa
Hauptstraße & Raiffeisengelände Schönsee
Hauptstraße / Bahnhofstraße, 92539 Schönsee