Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck

About Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck

The Trachtenwallfahrt (traditional costume pilgrimage) to Maria Eck is the major annual pilgrimage of the traditional costume associations of Gauverband I of the Upper Bavarian Mountain Costume Preservation Associations. Up to 3,000 participants in traditional costume from around 100 associations march from Siegsdorf up to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church on Ecker Berg to celebrate a joint service of thanks and intercession. Since 1951, it has been one of the most important traditional events in the Chiemgau region.

Dates 17 May — 17 May 2026

Venue Siegsdorf (09189)

Prices Free

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Edition 2026

Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck — edition 2026

The 76th Trachtenwallfahrt to Maria Eck will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Up to 3,000 participants in traditional costume from almost 100 associations of Gauverband I will march from Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church starting at 9 AM for a joint service of thanks and intercession. Organized by GTEV Siegsdorf.

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the 76th Trachtenwallfahrt to Maria Eck will once again lead up to 3,000 participants in traditional costume from almost 100 associations of Gauverband I of the Upper Bavarian Mountain Costume Preservation Associations to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church.

The procession begins punctually at 9:00 AM at Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz, led by the Siegsdorf pilgrimage cross and the Gau standard. Upon arrival at Maria Eck, the pilgrims are welcomed by marksmen with a salute. The organization is handled by GTEV Siegsdorf under the direction of Sebastian Döpper.

Highlights Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck 2026

Up to 3,000 participants in traditional costume from almost 100 associations
Pilgrimage procession from Siegsdorf to the Maria Eck mountain church
Reception with marksmen
76th edition of a tradition dating back to 1951

Programme Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck 2026

Sunday, May 17, 2026

9:00 AM — Assembly and start of the pilgrimage procession at Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz
Procession in full traditional costume, led by the pilgrimage cross and Gau standard
Ascent to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church on Ecker Berg
Reception by marksmen with a salute upon arrival
Joint service of thanks and intercession at Maria Eck

Prices Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck 2026

Participation and attendance are free.

Practical information

Practical information — Trachtenwallfahrt Maria Eck

Getting there

Siegsdorf is located in the Traunstein district in the Chiemgau region. The pilgrimage procession starts at Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz and leads on foot up to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church on Ecker Berg.

Schedule

The procession begins at 9:00 AM at Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz. Sturdy footwear for the ascent is recommended.

Admission

Participation and attendance are free.

Tradition since 1951

The Trachtenwallfahrt to Maria Eck was founded in the spring of 1951 and has since been one of the most significant traditional events in the Chiemgau. It is organised by GTEV Siegsdorf for Gauverband I of the Upper Bavarian Mountain Costume Preservation Associations.

A procession in traditional costume to Ecker Berg

The pilgrimage procession starts at Siegsdorf's Kirchplatz (church square), led by the Siegsdorf pilgrimage cross and the Gau standard. Up to 3,000 participants in full traditional costume from almost 100 associations make the long journey up to the Maria Eck pilgrimage church on Ecker Berg.

Reception with cannon shots

As has been customary since the beginning of the pilgrimage, the pilgrims are welcomed upon arrival at Maria Eck by marksmen with a resounding salute. The traditional service of thanks and intercession is celebrated there.

Living tradition and faith

The Trachtenwallfahrt combines lived faith with the preservation of Upper Bavarian traditional costume and culture. The impressive sight of thousands of participants in traditional costume on their way to the mountain church makes it one of the most atmospheric traditional events in the region.