The Laupheim Fire Department's marching band impresses at the vintage festival!

The Laupheim Fire Department's marching band impresses at the vintage festival!

There was a lot of hustle and bustle in Neustadt an der Weinstrasse in October, as the Laupheim fire brigade's marching band was on the road, conjuring up a piece of Baden-Württemberg in the Palatinate. The trip began with a leisurely bus ride of about four hours. Not only were the musicians on board, but also the flag guard and three firefighters who proudly presented the fire department flag.

On Saturday morning, a wine tasting and a picnic were on the agenda. Under bright sunshine, the participants were able to explore the Palatinate's vines and enjoy a delicious picnic. The culinary specialties included not only the classics such as liver sausage sandwiches, but also sausage and cheese platters, herb quark, fresh vegetables and fruit, as well as thirst quenchers such as water and grape juice Schwäbische reports.

Vintage festival and performances

The afternoon was dedicated to the grape harvest festival. At 4:00 p.m. the marching band performed in full uniform and thrilled the audience with a two-hour concert. The performance ranged from traditional pieces to lively polkas and cha-cha. The audience's applause testified to the successful performance, and the evening's entertainment left nothing to be desired. The celebration continued late into the night with singing and sociable camaraderie. A live band provided the right atmosphere, while participants had the opportunity to mingle at the nearby amusement park.

The highlight of the trip followed on Sunday: a big parade through Neustadt. At this spectacle, the wine queens also presented themselves on festively decorated floats, and the musical program was well received by the audience. The interaction between the flag guard and the marching band was received with enthusiasm, while the interaction with the spectators provided additional fun.

Entry and return

Full of new impressions, the group began their journey home to Laupheim on Sunday evening. The experiences of the past few days will certainly be remembered for a long time - from the fun wine tasting to the atmospheric parade. For the members of the marching band, this was not only a great opportunity to demonstrate their musical skills, but also to make new acquaintances and strengthen the sense of community.

Such excursions are not only important for the musicians themselves, but also offer a wonderful opportunity to maintain and celebrate cultural traditions. As with many other wine festivals in Germany, fun togetherness and the joy of good wine and music are always very important here, as Wine Festivals in Germany states.