Barbecue ban on Lake Einfelder: Neumünster declares war on garbage!

Barbecue ban on Lake Einfelder: Neumünster declares war on garbage!

There is now a different atmosphere at Einfelder See in Neumünster. The four fixed grill stations, which were previously a popular destination for after-work grillers, were dismantled on June 2nd. The reason? Increasing complaints from residents and bathers about the disgusting garbage and stench that came with grilling. There were always unsightly remains, including barbecue leftovers, garbage and even used diapers. The Einfeld district advisory council then called for a general ban on barbecues in order to protect Lake Einfeld as a recreational area. Paid toilets are also on residents' wish lists to improve hygienic conditions. This is reported by kn-online.

The public barbecue area was popular not only with locals but also with bathers. The closure is a restriction, especially for Neumünster residents without a garden or balcony, who now have to look for alternative barbecue areas. The city of Neumünster feels compelled to act in view of these grievances and has therefore long since dismantled the barbecue stalls. Outdoor venues that are suitable for grilling will now need to be considered more closely in the future in order to prevent such problems, as the shz report makes clear.

Neumag and the zoo school

But it's not just the barbecue ban that's causing a stir in the city. The Oerlikon Group has sold its Neumag textile machine factory. This has been producing machines for the textile industry since 1948 and employs around 300 people. An interesting new business model was announced: the assembly of transformer stations for power grids. This could represent a future-oriented turnaround for the company.

There was also a change in leadership at the zoo school in Neumünster Zoo. 28-year-old Merle Hansen took over the management in April and plans to offer educational programs and materials for schools and zookeeper trainees. Good news for education and animal protection in the region!

Public interest in grilling and cycling climate

Grilling remains a popular leisure activity in Germany. According to the “Grillkompass 2024”, 33% of Germans grill at least one to five times a year. 81% of respondents prefer to grill in the garden, while only 0.1% prefer to grill in the park. Interestingly, barbecuing in residential areas is closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., and flexible regulations can be found if you have questions about the neighborhood, for example if you have a birthday party coming up. But here too, appropriate waste disposal rules must be observed, as are enforced in many cities that provide barbecue areas. Anyone who violates these regulations must expect hefty penalties, warns the fire department. Here br.de gives useful tips on how to grill safely and in an environmentally friendly way.

Especially for a city like Neumünster, which performed poorly in the bicycle climate test, there is a need for action to make the leisure activities available to its citizens attractive in the future. For healthy coexistence, it is important not only to allow citizens to take breaks, but also to take responsibility for this.