Gadebusch celebrates 800 years: festival week full of highlights begins!

Gadebusch celebrates 800 years: festival week full of highlights begins!

Gadebusch, one of the oldest towns in Mecklenburg, celebrated its 800th anniversary last Friday. The celebrations started with a rousing night of music in the picturesque old town, which attracted numerous citizens and guests. A colorful fireworks display over Lake Burgsee impressively set the scene for the first evening, so that the anticipation for the coming days only grew. In keeping with the city's history, which has developed from an agricultural town into a modern center, the festivities are varied and attractive. Many events are on the program that celebrate Gadebusch's rich culture and history.

After being first mentioned in a document in 1225 and receiving the “Lübischen Stadtrecht”, Gadebusch has changed over the centuries and is now a popular destination for residents and visitors. The mayor, Arne Schlien, invited all citizens, clubs, companies and institutions to actively participate in the anniversary celebration. The city has transformed over the years and now presents itself with a modern face while not forgetting its historical roots. The celebrations will take place from June 27th to July 6th, 2025 and offer a comprehensive program for young and old.

Festive highlights and program items

On Saturday evening, June 28th, a special anniversary concert with “The String Company” from Erfurt will take place in the town church. This concert is one of the many highlights of the festival week. In addition, on Saturday visitors can look forward to the activities surrounding the coin festival, which is celebrated from Friday to Sunday. A large 800th anniversary parade next Saturday, known for its colorful, decorated floats, music and dance groups, is also on the program and is sure to fill the city's streets.

In addition to the concert and the parade, the complete event package also offers numerous cultural experiences. Here are some of the planned highlights in the next few days:

• Erkundungen zu den “Romanischen Anfängen” in der Stadtkirche (Samstag, 28. Juni)
• “Sagenhafter” Familientag in der Museumsanlage (Sonntag, 29. Juni)
• Sonderausstellung “1945 – Das Ende des 2. Weltkrieges” in der Museumsanlage (Montag, 30. Juni)
• Seniorentag mit zahlreichen Aktivitäten (Dienstag, 1. Juli)
• Glasharfen-Konzerte und ein Mitmach-Programm für Kinder (Mittwoch, 2. Juli)
• Festakt zur 800-Jahr-Feier in der Stadtkirche (Donnerstag, 3. Juli)
• Gadebuscher Münzfest und Fest-Gottesdienst (4. bis 6. Juli)

The city has worked towards the anniversary with a lot of enthusiasm and creativity, and citizens are invited to share their ideas and suggestions 800years@gadebusch.info to send.

Overall, the 800th anniversary of Gadebusch offers a great opportunity to celebrate the connection to the city and its history. Be there when Gadebusch shines in festive splendor from June 27th to July 6th, 2025 and the shared past comes to life. Further information about the celebrations can be found on the NDR website and the official websites of the city of Gadebusch. So reported NDR about the preparations, while the city also keeps up-to-date information about the festival week on its website gadebusch.de.