Schützenfest Oberlahnstein (SGE 1848)
Traditional Schützenfest of the Schützengesellschaft Oberlahnstein 1848 on the first weekend of August
About Schützenfest Oberlahnstein
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The Schützengesellschaft e.V. Oberlahnstein 1848 – SGE Oberlahnstein for short – is one of Lahnstein's oldest associations. Founded in 1848, the year of the bourgeois revolutions in Germany, it is deeply rooted in the city's history.
The annual Schützenfest on the first weekend of August is the social and traditional highlight of the association's year. For three or four days, the Oberlahnstein festival grounds transform into a venue where tradition and Volksfest character come together.
The centerpiece is the crowning of the king and majesties. Whoever made the best shot in the previous year's king's shooting competition reigns as Schützenkönig (King of Marksmen) for a year – and passes on his crown to the next winner in the new year. The crowning is a solemn ritual that makes the association and its connection to the city visible.
The parade with association flags, guards, music bands, and dignitaries is a highlight of the weekend and shapes the cityscape of Oberlahnstein during these days. Shooting competitions form the sporting element of the festival, while also serving to renew the royal title.
The festival tent hosts the social evenings: live music, dancing, catering, and encounters with association members and citizens of Oberlahnstein.
The estimated date for 2026 is the first weekend of August, approximately August 1-2, 2026.
Schützenfest Oberlahnstein — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the tradition maintained since 1848. The Schützenfest is one of the oldest and most socially deeply rooted events in Lahnstein's calendar.
Programme Schützenfest Oberlahnstein 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the SGE in advance. The structure follows the proven key elements of previous years:
- Opening on Friday or Saturday evening: Festival tent opening with mayoral address
- Parade on Saturday or Sunday: with association flags and music bands
- Crowning of the King and Majesties
- Shooting competitions at the shooting range
- Festival tent program with live music and dancing
Highlights Schützenfest Oberlahnstein 2026
- Schützenfest with tradition since 1848
- Crowning of the King and Majesties
- Parade with association flags
- Shooting competitions
- Festival tent with live music
Prices Schützenfest Oberlahnstein 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Oberlahnstein
Location: Festplatz Oberlahnstein, 56112 Lahnstein.
Date: First weekend of August 2026, approx. August 1-2.
Admission: Free on the festival grounds.
Getting there: By train to Lahnstein, short walk to Oberlahnstein. By car via the B42.
Note: Current dates and program details at sgesoberlahnstein.de.
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