Trip of the Historical Society to Neufahrn: Freising Discovers Pilgrimage and History

On the Trail in Neufahrn: A Journey to the Religious and Historical Center of the Place

This trip of the Historical Society takes place on July 4, 2026, from Freising to Neufahrn and combines a short bus ride with an impressive church visit. The focus is on the parish and pilgrimage church of St. Wilgefortis, a place where local history, baroque piety, and centuries-old pilgrimage tradition come together in a special way.

An Experience of Discovery between Pilgrimage, Art, and Local History

Even the arrival in Neufahrn opens the view to a piece of Bavarian cultural heritage that is deeply anchored in the religious memory of the region. The church has long been a destination for many pilgrimages. The baroque high altar from 1660, donated by the Bavarian Electress Maria Anna, provides a festive frame for one of the oldest wooden sculptures in Bavaria: a Romanesque Christ, who was venerated as Saint Wilgefortis in the 17th and 18th centuries.

History to Touch in St. Wilgefortis

The tour with Ernest Lang, chairman of the Local History and Historical Society of Neufahrn, brings historical connections to life and leads directly into the local history of the place. Particularly impressive is the connection of the parish church, pilgrimage site, and cemetery chapel or sacristan's house, which together form a dense ensemble of historical memory. Here, church art is not only viewed but experienced as a cultural enrichment.

Practical Proceedings for a Relaxed Excursion

The bus departs at 2 PM at the train station in Freising on the city side. The return is scheduled for around 4:30 PM. The fare is 12 euros, including a guided tour. Registration and payment are possible until June 30 at the city museum at Marienplatz 7 during opening hours. This trip is ideal for everyone looking for a well-organized half-day excursion with historical depth.

Why the Tour is Worth It

This city and cultural trip offers a rare opportunity to experience a significant pilgrimage site in personal dialogue with a knowledgeable local guide. Those interested in Bavarian history, sacred art, and authentic discoveries away from large tourist crowds will find a quiet, expertly accompanied experience with a lasting impression here.

Conclusion: Look forward to a compact, content-rich journey with a lot of local history, art historical depth, and regional authenticity. Those who want to get to know Neufahrn beyond the usual should secure this tour early.

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Sources:

• City of Freising - Event Calendar: Trip of the Historical Society to Neufahrn
• Community of Neufahrn - Neufahrn Compact
• Community of Neufahrn - The new sacristan's house presents itself to the public
• Merkur - New Local History Association Founded
• Süddeutsche Zeitung - Neufahrn: SPD Recognizes Ernest Lang
• Wikipedia - St. Wilgefortis (Neufahrn near Freising)