Important Dates 2026 at a Glance

• Pentecost Sunday: May 24, 2026
• Pentecost Monday (public holiday in Bavaria): May 25, 2026
• Corpus Christi (public holiday in Bavaria): Thursday, June 4, 2026

The city of Amberg and the local parishes will publish programs, times, and routes in good time before the holidays. Short-term changes are possible; please check the official announcements immediately before your visit.

Pentecost in Amberg 2026: Church Festival and City Fun

Pentecost in Amberg combines spiritual celebration and urban life. On Pentecost Sunday and Monday, the parishes invite you to festive church services. Typical is a spring-like church decoration with birch branches and flowers, which visibly expresses the Pentecost motif of renewal and vitality.

Pentecost Dult: Folk Festival Flair Around Pentecost

Around the Pentecost holidays, the traditional Pentecost Dult is expected at Dultplatz – with festival tent, market stalls, fairground attractions, and rides for families and visitors of all ages. The detailed program (including music, family activities, and possibly evening highlights) will be officially announced in the weeks before Pentecost 2026.

Tips for Your Visit at Pentecost

• Arrive early: Popular church services and program points are well attended.
• Comfortable footwear: City center churches, Dultplatz, and old town are easily connected on foot.
• Keep an eye on the weather: May can be changeable; plan for a light jacket or rain protection.
• Use public transport: Bus and train are often the stress-free choice for the city center.

Corpus Christi 2026: Procession Through the Old Town

On Thursday, June 4, 2026, Corpus Christi shapes the cityscape with a solemn, publicly visible testimony of faith. After a church service in one of the city center churches, the procession with the Blessed Sacrament moves through selected streets, accompanied by music groups, associations, first communicants, and many believers.

How to Accompany the Procession Respectfully

• Consideration: During prayers and blessings, interrupt loud conversations, keep your distance.
• Photography: Discreet and without flash; human dignity and devotion take priority.
• Route and time: Will be published in advance by the parishes; short-term changes are possible.
• Accessibility: Ask the parish or tourist information in advance about easily accessible sections.

Excursions and City Tours on the Holidays

Between church service, strolling the Dult, and the old town, it is worth taking time for discoveries: Tours shed light on architecture, city fortifications, waterways, or sacred art. Public dates for Pentecost and Corpus Christi 2026 will be announced in the official event calendar and at the tourist information.

Mariahilfberg and Surrounding Nature

The Mariahilfberg with pilgrimage church, forest trails, and viewpoints is a nearby destination for half-day tours. Those seeking peace can combine a visit to the church with a short hike and views over the city. Good signage and proximity to the old town make planning easier.

Mountain Festivals in Early Summer 2026

In the Amberg-Sulzbach region, mountain festivals are a well-established element of regional culture. Traditional pilgrimage and festival dates are again expected for late May and summer 2026, including the Gottvaterbergfest (near Amberg, traditionally on the Sunday after Pentecost) and the Mariahilfbergfest in Amberg. Exact dates, church service times, and accompanying programs will be published in advance by organizers and parishes.

Planning and Service for 2026

• Holiday regulations: Pentecost Monday and Corpus Christi are public holidays in Bavaria; many shops remain closed. Restaurants and tourist offers provide information on special opening hours.
• Arrival by train/bus: Check holiday timetables and possible additional lines in the transport association.
• Parking: Parking in the old town is limited on event days. Use parking garages and signposted spaces; pay attention to city signage and notices.
• Safety and weather: Official information on safety zones, closures, and weather-related adjustments will be published at short notice.
• Accessibility: Tourist information and parishes provide information on step-free access, seating, and accessible route sections.

Sources and Further Information

1. City of Amberg – Official Portal — Event information and citizen information (accessed 2025-11-24)
2. Diocese of Regensburg — Parishes, church services, major festivals (accessed 2025-11-24)
3. timeanddate.com – Corpus Christi in Germany — Date reference 2026 (accessed 2025-11-24)
4. timeanddate.com – Whit Monday in Germany — Date reference 2026 (accessed 2025-11-24)
5. VGN – Greater Nuremberg Transport Association — Timetables and information on holidays (accessed 2025-11-24)