Hansa festival in Durlach-aue: tradition, fun and wheelbarrow race

Hansa festival in Durlach-aue: tradition, fun and wheelbarrow race

A festival of tradition and community is the Hansa festival in the Karlsruhe district of Durlach-Aue every two years. This event not only attracts locals, but also numerous guests from the area. The highlight of the festival is a fascinating wheelbarrow race that requires both skill and teamwork.

Competition promotes the community

The wheelbarrow race, which takes place on Sunday of the festival weekend, is an integral part of the Hansa Festival and is very popular with the visitors. There are separate races for women, men and children who promote a feeling of community and cooperation. This exciting competition is organized by Annemarie Hardy, who is also very interested in keeping and passing on the local traditions.

The berry must "Hansa" and its tradition

The reference to local culture is also evident in the main drink of the festival-the Hansa, a tasty currant-must-must, which is made from approx. 280 kilograms of berries. The residents of Aue's work together to preserve this tradition by making the drink after a proven recipe. This happens with care to ensure that the alcohol content remains stronger with an optimal.

Support youth work by participating

Another important aspect of the Hansa Festival is that the entire proceeds flow into the youth work of the local clubs. Preparations for the festival begin months in advance, and the entire community, including the parishes and sports clubs, contributes to the success. Occasionally, volunteers have to be clamped at short notice, such as the A-Jungen team of the SpVgg Durlach-Aue, which helped at the festival.

Entertaining activities for all ages

In addition to the wheelbarrow race, numerous other attractions are also available at the Hansa Festival. Various musical performances provide entertainment, while special offers are planned for children on the family days. New creations such as Hansa on the Beach and Hansa-Lush ice cream are also very popular and show how much fun and creativity are in the event.

Trends in local culture

The Hansa Festival is not only a celebration of tradition and community, but also reflects a trend: the growing interest in regional products and customs. In a world that is often shaped by globalization, the festival offers people a way to celebrate and maintain their cultural roots. Such events strengthen the sense of belonging to their own community and promote local identity, which is of great importance for many.

- Nag