Corpus Christi am Staffelsee: Colorful procession enchants Seehausen!
Corpus Christi am Staffelsee: Colorful procession enchants Seehausen!
On June 18, 2025, a very special event will take place in Bavaria: the traditional lake procession on Lake Staffel on the occasion of the Corpus Christi. This ceremony has developed into a unique highlight in the region over the years. The procession will start tomorrow at the parish church in Seehausen and leads across the lake to the picturesque island of Wörth.
The route is characterized by festively decorated boats that transport to the island of Wörth with rowing boats and leisure boats. At the top of the procession, a splendidly decorated main ferry with a priest who carries the monstrance and a small choir will be seen. Up to 150 boats take part this year, which underlines the great popularity of this tradition. The lake procession has existed since 1935 and shows how deeply rooted faith in the region is, as radio-oberland.de
festive preparations in Seehausen
Seehausen near Murnau shines in a festive shine this morning. The streets to the jetty are lovingly decorated with fresh green, while the houses are decorated with liturgical banners. In the previous days, many of the residents have prepared house altars with flowers and ornaments to welcome the community. After the service, the population will be singing and praying through the town and embarking on the way to the jetty, to get into the waiting boats, such as Br.de reported.
Special attention is given to the crossing: the hosts are not only transported in the boats, but also carried across the lake, which reinforces the spiritual character of the procession. Numerous rowing boats and leisure boats are in action that the altar boat safely bring to the island of Wörth.
a day of survey
Arrived on the island, the believers make a pilgrimage to the St. Simpert chapel, where more ceremonies take place. Pastor Thomas Renftle describes this day as "fantastic and uplifting for the soul and the heart". It attaches great importance to the visible appearance of faith in public and emphasizes that it is a pleasure to celebrate this belief in such a beautiful environment.In addition, further Corpus Christi processions will take place in the adjacent communities of Grainau, Farchant and Garmisch-Partenkirchen tomorrow, which increase the importance of this festival in the region.
The lake procession on Lake Staffel is not only a religious event, but also a cultural festival that brings together the community and integrates faith into everyday life.
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