Schlabber Flicker Festival in Pirmasens: a tribute to the art of shoemaker

Schlabber Flicker Festival in Pirmasens: a tribute to the art of shoemaker

Pirmasens mayor raps for the "Schlabflicker"

In the city of Pirmasens, the mayor causes a stir with an unusual commitment. He decided to appear as a rapper and write a song for the "Schlabfucker". But what is behind this term and why is it so important for the local community?

The "Schlabflicker" are a traditional group of craftsmen whose history is closely linked to Pirmasens as the center of the German shoe industry. In the past, shoes in the Palatinate dialect were called "Schlabbe", and soldiers patched their broken shoes to improve their wages. Even after the time of the fighting soldiers was over, some stayed with the shoe craft and contributed to the fact that Pirmasens became a well -known center of shoemaker. The locals are sometimes jokingly referred to as the "Schlabschlicker" to remember this traditional past.

The "Schlabberflicker Festival" takes place from August 2 to 4 in Pirmasens and celebrates the craftsmanship of the Schlabflicker. As a special attraction, the mayor was invited to write and perform a rap song for the event. Mac Dam, a local rapper and producer, has reflected the history and culture of Pirmasens in his songs in the past. His album "Son of my city" from 2022 is another example of his commitment to the local music scene.

The commitment of the mayor not only shows his connection with the traditional art of craftsmanship of the Schlabficker, but also his willingness to support cultural events in Pirmasens. The combination of rap music and local history becomes a unique experience that brings together the community and emphasizes the importance of the craft for local identity.

- Nag