Local love: Prenzlauer returns to the Uckermark after 40 years

Local love: Prenzlauer returns to the Uckermark after 40 years

At the city festival in Prenzlau, a place that is deeply rooted in the hearts of many residents, the editorial team of the Uckermark Kurier had the opportunity to experience an interesting story. Andrea Randweg, a native of Prenzlau, reported on her memories and the connection to her homeland, which has never been broken despite living in Stuttgart. Andrea, who emigrated with her parents in 1988, said that her home Uckermark was an important part of her life. This reports Northern Courier.

Together with her husband Thorsten and her daughter Charlyn, she regularly enjoys her vacation in Prenzlau, especially at Camp Solaris on Lake Unteruckersee. Thorsten Randweg, full of enthusiasm for the region, was happy about the Sandman mascot and planned to take a souvenir photo. “I wouldn't want to go anywhere else,” he said, praising the good mood of the people and the beauty of the lake.

Roots in the Uckermark

The connection to the Uckermark is noticeable for Andrea, especially when she was invited to a class reunion to meet her former classmates from the Pestalozzi School after 40 years. These memories prove once again how strongly the roots of a region shape its people, even if they live physically far away. Such recollections are not only emotionally but also culturally important for understanding what home means.

In another context, the Uckermark has also become increasingly important in the field of genealogy. The newly launched genealogy archive “Heimatland Uckermark” offers a wealth of documents for family research and is continually being expanded. Loud Homeland Uckermark Researchers can search for names and other information in chronicles and company newspapers. The online personal database, which is currently being tested and makes it easier to search for names and professions, is also interesting. Data protection and the protection of the memories of the deceased are very important.

Promoting genealogical research

At the same time, the Uckermark Research Center was founded a few years ago to promote genealogical research and to offer support to those interested. As reported BG Red Eagle, under the direction of Thomas Kraft, a wide range of services is provided: from support in researching ancestors to the opportunity to publish research results. This is all done to keep the heritage and history of the Uckermark alive.

Andrea Randweg and many others show how important it is to maintain a connection to home, no matter where life takes you. Their stories are proof that the Uckermark is not just a geographical region, but also a piece of identity that many people carry in their hearts.