Roßdorf wheelbarrow race celebrates 100th edition with record participants!

Roßdorf wheelbarrow race celebrates 100th edition with record participants!

A very special event is coming up in Bruchköbel-Roßdorf on Monday: The Roßdorf wheelbarrow race is celebrating its 100th edition. Almost 200 starters are expected, twice as many as usual. This impressive number shows how popular the race is in the region. The atmosphere is determined by the festive sounds and the cheerful hustle and bustle of the parish festival, which has a long tradition.

The roots of the wheelbarrow race go back to 1927, when it was born in the “Zum Löwen” inn as the idea of ​​two grandfathers, Herbert and Ludwig Puth, and Heinrich Köbel. Willi Puth, who continued the tradition after the war, can proudly look back on an event that has been part of the Roßdorf parish fair ever since.

The story of the race

Originally started by family members, the wheelbarrow race has grown into a significant event. The wheelbarrows used in the race weigh 45 kilograms and have found their home at the wagon manufacturer in Erlensee. After the death of the original manufacturer, a wheelwright in the Odenwald took over the maintenance. Since 1969, the models have also been standardized for competition.

The course was shortened from 1.2 kilometers to 400 meters and runs around the local fire station. The course record of 58 seconds, set by Klaus Hühnert in 1983, remains unmatched to this day. Some record breakers like Christian Dreuth, who achieved 54.88 seconds, add to the excitement of the competition. Meanwhile, the race attracts participants from across the region, making it a true community event.

A celebration for the whole family

The racing is not just for adults. Children also get their money's worth: the youngest children report on their experiences on a 50-meter short course with red plastic wheelbarrows. The Roßdorf wheelbarrow racing friends, with 140 members, actively support the event and use the entry fee to maintain and rebuild old wheelbarrows.

Particularly striking: groups in costumes take part in the competition. A nice example is Monika Flor, who dressed up as the “icing on the cake” and talks about the challenges of the climb with a wink. Around 500 visitors are expected for the race and the celebrations. op onlineand fr.dereport on the anticipation of this special day.

The Roßdorf wheelbarrow race not only wants to be a fun event, but also promote cohesion and community in the region. And who knows – maybe a new record will be set on Monday!