Overview

• The Landrat election in Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen is scheduled for March 8, 2026, to replace Josef Niedermaier after his 18-year tenure.
• Schmid, 47, co-manages the family bakery Schmid-Bäck’ in Geretsried following studies in food technology and military service.
• Since 2020 he has served on the county council and contributes to its school and building committee, marking his political experience.
• His local ties extend to leading Fastenpredigten as “Barnabas” and performing clarinet and oboe in regional music ensembles.
• He also earned backing from Freie Wähler faction leader Hubert Oberhauser, who praised his calm composure and solution-focused approach in council debates.