Schützenfest Löningen (Schützenverein von 1597)
Historic marksmen's festival of the Löningen Marksmen's Association of 1597 — one of Germany's oldest marksmen's associations — end of June 2026
About Schützenfest Löningen 1597
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1597 — almost 430 years of marksmen's tradition
The Löninger Schützenverein von 1597 e.V. is one of the oldest marksmen's associations in Germany. Its founding year, 1597, dates back to the time of the first documented citizen marksmen's associations in Northern Germany. Thus, the association is not only a central element of Löningen's community life but also a living piece of German marksmen's history. Löningen itself is one of the oldest settlements in the Hümmling region — a 1000-year history of the city is combined here with almost 430 years of marksmen's tradition.
King's shooting with a crossbow on the Stockkamp
A special feature of the Löningen marksmen's festival is the traditional king's shooting with a crossbow on the historic Stockkamp. This form of shooting, which is rarely practiced in modern marksmen's associations, has been preserved in Löningen as a conscious reference to the historical association history. Only men participate in the king's shooting — a tradition that is also historically based.
Festival days in the city
The marksmen's festival spans several days and begins with the gathering at Gelbrink-Platz, from where the association family marches to the Stockkamp. After the king's shooting, the proclamation of the new king, a parade through Löningen's city centre, a festival service, and dance evenings in the festival tent follow.
Date and Information
Schützenfest 2026 expected June 26–29 (date analogous to past festival calendars). Current information is available via the NWZ Online events portal (nwzonline.de/termine) and the city of Löningen.
Schützenfest Löningen 1597 — edition 2026
The Löninger Schützenverein von 1597 will publish the final 2026 programme in early summer. The historic form of king's shooting with a crossbow on the Stockkamp is the hallmark of the festival.
Programme Schützenfest Löningen 1597 2026
2026 Programme — Key Points (according to association tradition)
The exact 2026 programme will be published by the Löninger Schützenverein von 1597 in early summer 2026. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years with the historic king's shooting as the centrepiece:
- Festival Saturday: Gathering at Gelbrink-Platz, march of the association family to the historic Stockkamp, king's shooting with crossbow (men only), proclamation of the new marksmen's king
- Festival Sunday: Festival service, parade through Löningen's city centre with band and association flags, morning pint, king's dinner, coronation, and dance evening in the festival tent
- Festival Monday: Family day, morning pint, honours, closing evening
Special Features
- King's shooting with crossbow on the historic Stockkamp (exceptionally preserved practice)
- Participation in the king's shooting only by men (historically based tradition)
- Gathering and procession at Gelbrink-Platz
- Festival catering with North German specialities
Highlights Schützenfest Löningen 1597 2026
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Practical information — Schützenfest Löningen 1597
Location
Gelbrink-Platz and historic Stockkamp, Löningen (District of Cloppenburg, Lower Saxony). 49624 Löningen.
Date 2026
Expected Friday, June 26th to Monday, June 29th, 2026 (date analogous to past festival calendars; final date will be announced by the association).
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is generally free. Food and drinks in the festival tent are priced according to the association's price list.
Getting There
Löningen is located in the southwestern district of Cloppenburg on the B 213 federal highway. Arrive by car; parking is available around the city centre. Train connections via the Oldenburg–Osnabrück railway line.
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