Volksfest Marktl am Inn
Traditional folk festival on the Dultplatz in the birthplace of Benedict XVI.
About Volksfest Marktl
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Folk Festival in the Inn Valley — A Hidden Gem in the Shadow of the Big Wiesn
While the folk festivals in Burghausen, Mühldorf, and Altötting attract significantly more attention, the Volksfest Marktl am Inn is one of those authentic Bavarian festivals that have retained their manageable character to this day. The market town is picturesquely situated between the Inn and Salzach rivers in the district of Altötting and is known beyond the region as the birthplace of Pope Benedict XVI.
Festival Beer from Graf Arco, Festival Tent on the Dultplatz
The folk festival takes place on the Dult- or Volksfestplatz on the outskirts of the town. The festival host and brewery come from the immediate vicinity: the festival beer is supplied by the Graf-Arco-Brauerei, whose brewhouse traditionally brews festival beer for the Inn Valley and stands for regional identity with slogans like »Mia san Bia«.
What Characterizes the Marktl Folk Festival Days
- A classic beer tent with brass band music, party music, and local clubs as regular guests
- Amusement rides and showman stalls for children and teenagers
- Bourgeois-Bavarian atmosphere instead of large-scale event festival culture
- Festival evenings where the local population celebrates the Inn Valley together with visitors from the region
- Tapping of the first keg by the mayor to open the festival
Discover Marktl
A visit to the festival can be well combined with a visit to the Papsthaus Marktl, the birthplace of Joseph Ratzinger, and a walk along the Inn promenade. Those who want to get to know the folk festival with the entire festival culture of the region can combine it with the Burghausen Maiwiesn or the later folk festivals in Altötting.
Volksfest Marktl — edition 2026
The Volksfest Marktl am Inn 2026 will traditionally be celebrated in May. In previous years, the festival always started at the end of April / beginning of May (2025 edition: April 30 to May 4), coinciding with the folk festivals in Burghausen and the surrounding area. Confirmation of the exact dates will be provided by the market community of Marktl am Inn and the festival hosts.
As in previous years, visitors can expect a cozy Bavarian festival tent, amusement rides, the in-house festival beer from the Graf-Arco-Brauerei, and the traditional keg tapping by the mayor.
Current information about the Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Marktl-Stammham and the Facebook event channel.
Programme Volksfest Marktl 2026
Classic Program Framework (TBC)
- Opening (Friday) — Concert in front of the festival tent, festival opening with beer tapping by the mayor
- Saturday — Party and dance music until late at night in the festival tent
- Sunday — Family Day with morning pint and program for children, festival running all day
- Following Days — Club evenings and quiet festival days, amusement rides with family offers
The detailed program for 2026 will be published by the organizer before the festival begins.
Highlights Volksfest Marktl 2026
- Festival beer from the Graf Arco brewery
- Beer tapping by the mayor
- Classic festival tent atmosphere in the Inn Valley
Prices Volksfest Marktl 2026
Free admission. Prices for food, drinks, and amusement rides are displayed at the festival tent and stalls.
Practical information — Volksfest Marktl
Getting There
By car via the B 12 (Munich–Passau) or via Burghausen. Marktl am Inn is a train stop on the Mühldorf–Simbach am Inn line (Südostbayernbahn) – the festival grounds are just a few minutes' walk from the station.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free; food, drinks, and amusement rides are paid for on site.
Tip
Those who want to experience the traditional Inn Valley away from the major tourist crowds should combine the folk festival with a visit to the Papsthaus and a hike along the Inn.
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Where it takes place Volksfest Marktl
Volksfestplatz Marktl am Inn
Dultplatz / Volksfestplatz, 84533 Marktl am Inn