Gäubodenvolksfest starts with a festive traditional parade in Straubing

Gäubodenvolksfest starts with a festive traditional parade in Straubing

The traditional costume parade enthusiastic in Straubing

The Gäubodenvolksfest in Straubing opened its gates with an impressive traditional parade. In the middle of a colorful spectacle, which is a significant tradition for many citizens and visitors, around 3,500 participants took part in the parade. This folk festival is considered the second largest in Bavaria and attracts around 1.3 million guests every year.

tradition and community

The Gäubodenvolksfest, which lasts until August 19, is often referred to as the "fifth season" in Straubing, where around 50,000 inhabitants live. During this time, the city is transformed into an attraction for celebrating people from the region. The participants of the move, which ran over a distance of about two kilometers, moved in magnificent traditional traditional costumes, accompanied by various groups of music and traditional costumes as well as craft guilds. These performances not only promote the community, but also testify to the lively culture and tradition of Bavarian space.

special highlights at the Volksfest

particularly emphasized is the waiver of the traditional "ozapft is", which underlines an independent identity of the Gäuboden folk festival. This decision goes back to the former mayor Otto Höchl, who did not take over this custom out of respect for the Munich in the 1950s. This independence makes the festival a distinctive event in the Bavarian event calendar.

preparations for hot days

In view of the experience from last year, two drinking water fountain was also set up. This measure is particularly important to offer visitors cozy cool and refreshment during the festival. The high temperatures in the past year had shown how important it is to ensure that visitors remain well hydrogenated.

opening of the folk festival

The official opening of the Gäubodenvolksfest takes place on Saturday, August 10th, at 10 a.m. Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger (Free Voters) and Transport Minister Christian Bernreiter (CSU) are expected as the keynote speaker. Your visit underlines the importance of the festival not only for the region, but also for Bavarian culture as a whole.

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The Gäubodenvolksfest is more than just a folk festival; It is a celebration of culture, community and tradition. The commitment of the participants and the anticipation of visitors show how important such events are for social life and identity in the region. In the coming days, Straubing will be in the sign of customs and conviviality again.