Encourable Johannifeuer illuminate Cham: Tradition & Fun guaranteed!

Encourable Johannifeuer illuminate Cham: Tradition & Fun guaranteed!

in Altenstadt and Schorndorf, the Johanniuuer was a complete success last weekend. As Mittelbayerische reported, numerous residents celebrated the summer weather on the white bridge and enjoyed. Mayor Martin Stoiber and his deputy Barbara Dankerl did not miss the opportunity to celebrate the traditional festival together with the citizens.

In order to increase the anticipation for the fire, the festival was set up in the afternoon by a dedicated preparation team from the Altenstadt association. The colorful torchlight procession of the children, who then lit the pile of wood, was a special highlight and certainly attracted big eyes and happy faces.

fire and community

The Johanniuuer not only fascinated the youngest guests, but also delighted many adults. In Schorndorf, a similar event took place on the sports field. Andreas Weinschenk, the boys' board, welcomed the visitors and introduced the Festmum Antonia Schmidbauer and the festival bride Katharina Weber. The Patent Association of the Wiesenfelden Patent Association and the Sattelpreilnstein Honorary Association also stopped by and thus showed the solidarity of the community.

The support from the Schorndorf volunteer fire brigade, which was responsible for the security guard, and the KLJB Schorndorf, which organized the torchlight hike, was particularly commendable. The physical well-being was also not neglected: the boys' association spoiled the guests with grilled and crispy fries, while the waitresses in new T-shirts, donated by the Baumgartner club, created mood.

a symbolic moment

When it was time at 8:30 p.m., the children moved around the sports field with their torches. The big fire ignited with a colorful flame picture and supplied everyone present with pleasant heat. The spectacle was an unforgettable experience for many, and the fire brigade, as is common at such events, had already taken a position with a tank train. Fortunately, the fire, which spread briefly over the meadow towards the soccer field, could quickly be brought under control.

The Johannifire, also known as a solstice fire, has a long tradition that goes back to the Middle Ages. It not only attracts people in Altenstadt and Schorndorf, but also in many places around June 21. In this context, the page Bavaria Vacation Extensive information about other upcoming events and dates for Self-Fire.

As in previous years, Johanniuuer remains an important part of the local traditions and brings people together to celebrate the arrival of summer.