Lea Söder is the source queen of the Rakoczy Festival 2026

The Rakoczy Festival is one of the cultural highlights of the year in Bad Kissingen. This year, the traditional festival once again has a special ambassador: Lea Söder will take on the role of the Spring Queen.

The figure of the Fountain Queen has its origins in Greek mythology and stands symbolically for the healing springs of Bad Kissingen. Besides Prince Férenc Rákóczi II and She will be joined by other historical figures by Participate in numerous events from July 24th to 26th.

"The Spring Queen is a special symbolic figure of the Rakoczy Festival. She represents Bad Kissingen's close connection to its healing springs.

“With Lea Söder, we have found a likeable and dedicated personality who fills this role excellently,” said Sebastian Dresbach, spa director and managing director of Bayer. Staatsbad Bad Kissingen GmbH.

Associated with the Rakoczy Festival since childhood

Lea Söder originally comes from Aschach and has lived in the Garitz district of Bad Kissingen for many years. For her, becoming the Spring Queen fulfills a long-held wish.

"Even as a child, the parade was a real highlight for me. The decorated carriages with the historical figures and their impressive dresses and costumes were a must-see every year. Now, to be part of this special experience myself and to experience the Rakoczy Festival as the Spring Queen is something truly unique for me."

Professionally, Söder works as a tax consultant and also at the "Pralinen Troll" confectionery. Through this work, she has been closely associated with the Rakoczy Festival for many years. She also has a connection to Bad Kissingen. brings her Expression:

"Bad Kissingen is a beautiful, well-maintained town with green parks, historic buildings, and a colorful rose garden. Here you can one can wonderfully switch off and enjoy the "Leave everyday life behind."

Spring Queen as representative of the healing springs

Lea Söder is very familiar with the significance of the healing waters and looks forward to her new role with great appreciation: "Being able to hold the office of Spring Queen was a great dream of mine that is now coming true. I can only recommend that every guest and local person try the healing waters at least once."

Söder enjoys being active in her free time. Whether with the motorcycle or bicycle – She regularly explores the region. For more relaxed moments, hiking or jogging sessions are on her exercise program.

Looking forward to the Rakoczy weekend!

With each passing day, the anticipation for the upcoming Rakoczy Festival grows. The new Spring Queen is particularly looking forward to one moment: “A very special The gala ball will be a highlight for me. (At the side) to stand by Prince Rákóczi And being able to open the festival with my speech is something I will certainly never forget.”

Source / Photos: bad-kissingen.de