Celebrating Saint Leonhardi, the livestock patron, special Leonhardi rides are set to take place in various spots across southern Bavaria on November 6. In Bad Tölz (Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen district), Kreuth (Miesbach district), and Rimsting (Rosenheim district), the streets will be graced by hundreds of resplendent horses pulling colorful carts.
Standing out among these events, the pilgrimage in Bad Tölz at 9 a.m. is regarded as the most renowned. This prestigious occasion was recognized by UNESCO as part of Germany's intangible cultural heritage in 2017. A spokesperson from the municipality reports that this year, over 300 horses and around 70 table and chest wagons, some of which are historic, will partake in the Leonhardi ride. Cardinal Reinhard Marx, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, is expected to join this year's procession, riding in a carriage and providing a sermon. The parish anticipates drawing an impressive crowd of 15,000 visitors.
Traditional processions will also take place in Kreuth at 10:30 a.m. and Rimsting at 9 a.m. on November 6. Regrettably, there will be no Leonhardi procession in Benediktbeuern this year due to heavy hail damage that struck the monastery and other structures. As a result, the parish's Leonhardi committee cancelled the pilgrimage earlier this month.
Leonhard rides, honoring Saint Leonhard of Limoges, are a time-honored custom in Bavaria and parts of Austria. These festivities typically occur on or around St. Leonhard's Day, which falls on November 6. In Upper Bavaria, notably in Bad Tölz, these revered rides attract thousands of attendees each year. This year, Cardinal Reinhard Marx is scheduled to take part, offering his guidance as he rides in a carriage and delivers a sermon.
Historic horse-drawn carriages sometimes find themselves at the center of these traditional celebrations in Upper Bavaria, contributing to the festive atmosphere.
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Enrichment Data: Cardinal Reinhard Marx's participation in the Leonhardi ride in Bad Tölz was not mentioned in the provided sources. Additionally, information on other Leonhardi rides taking place in Bavaria on November 6 or surrounding weekends was unavailable. For specific details on these events, refer to official event announcements or local tourism websites. The sources primarily covered the SIOT-TAL pipeline and other unrelated topics [1][2].
