St Gangolf's ride, Neudenau, Frankonia, Germany

May 05, 1953 - St. Gangolf's pilgrimage and ride of Neudenau. As may be followed back in historical sources the farmers of Neudenau are riding out for centuries to the old Gangolf's chapel, about two kilometers outside the gates of the small town, every year in May. The old chapel is one of the oldest buildings of Frankonia originating from the 9th century. probably this old chapel may be traced back to old German sources - sanctuary and also the st. Gangolf's ride may have its origin in an old German habit of blessing the spring and the horses. Every year 150 to 200 horses and thousands of people are taking part in this horse pilgrimage. St. Gangolf's ride is especially meant for the adoration of this saint of the Frankonian knights who is regarded from the oldest times to be the helper in need among the Christian people and to be also the patron saint of horses.saint always preserved its special character as genuine popular festival through the centuries. photo shows Herlass with coloured flags are penning the procession thus also symbolising the temporal and spiritual powers which were forming the history of the small town and of the surrounding country

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