Mölkky fun in Wilhelmshaven: Finnish skill game on Sunday!

Mölkky fun in Wilhelmshaven: Finnish skill game on Sunday!

On Sunday, July 27th, the Ruscherei in Wilhelmshaven becomes the setting for an exciting Mölkky event. The German-Finnische-Gesellschaft Wilhelmshaven invites all game enthusiasts to familiarize themselves with the art of the throwing game from 5 p.m.

For everyone who is not yet familiar with Mölkky: It is a Finnish throwing game in which a throwing wood is thrown to 12 numbered cones in order to achieve a number of play. Volker Pirsich, the chairman of the Wilhelmshaven district group, has launched the event and has been planning the program for eight years. Pirsich had his first contact with Finland in the 70s during a choir trip, which moved him to study Finnish.

a game with history

Did you know that Mölkky has its roots in Karelia and is a variation of the game of Kyykkä? The name means in the Karelian "rear part, children's popo" and the name Mölkky was invented by the creators. The game not only requires precision, but also strategic thinking and has spread rapidly since its revival in the 1990s. Today it is played worldwide and even in Germany, Mölkky competitions are very popular.

The International Mölkky Organization has associations in different countries, including Nepal. In Germany, the game is becoming increasingly popular, and there are regular competitions, such as the German Mölkky Championship, which was launched in 2008. These open championships attract more participants every year.

an event for the whole family

Participation in the Mölkky event in the Ruscherei is free, but a donation is requested to cover the expenses. If you like, if you like, you should come together with at least five friends, because six to twelve people are ideal for an entertaining game. The meals are also taken care of: drinks can be purchased on the grounds of the Ruscherei. The DFG is also planning further events such as a concert by the Finnish Tango-Jazz trio Sole Azul and participation in the migratory bird days with numerous activities.

Mölkky has turned out to be the perfect leisure activity, and the best thing is that it is suitable for big and small players. Whether in the park with friends or as part of a competition - Mölkky ensures a lot of fun and gaming.

in this sense: If you want an exciting challenge and want to experience the Finnish game culture up close, you should make a note of July 27th. Mölkky, a game with a fun factor that cannot be replaced by anything!