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The Vogtland crime thriller Mandate for May”: memories and tourism highlights!”
Discover Greiz: a place with history where the ZDF series “Mandate for May” provides tourist incentives.
The Vogtland crime thriller Mandate for May”: memories and tourism highlights!”
The judicial television series “Mandate for May” has captured the hearts of many viewers or at least provided something to talk about. The series has now disappeared from the media library and the memories of many Vogtlanders, but the memories of it remain alive. Some tourism initiators have taken this to heart in order to make the Vogtland region attractive to tourists in a charming way. The response to the series should now be used to attract guests to the area and to create a nostalgic atmosphere that is reminiscent of bygone times, like [freipresse.de](https://www.freipresse.de/vogtland/reichenbach/zdf-serie-mandat-fuer-mai- leben-weiter-wo-man-mit-den-moebeln-des-vogtland-krimis-wohnen-kann-artikel13885126) reported.
Older generations in particular will fondly remember the furniture from the turn of the last century that was featured in the series. These pieces of furniture, especially the sideboard, were often made of inexpensive wood and decorated with beer paintings. This type of decoration imitates the wood grain and has its own charm. The colors used were also varied; Linseed oil paint in gray, beige and natural white enjoyed great popularity, while zinc green and light yellow found their way into kitchens in the 1920s.
A look back: The plot of “Mandate for May”
The entire plot of the six-part series, which was shown on ZDF from March 21, 2024, revolves around the lawyer Maria “Mai” Gardner, played by Julia Hartmann. Your trip to Vogtland is more than just a professional appointment; she seeks refuge from her violent husband Bo Beureith. During her stay, she plans to renovate a house and even learns to shoot to protect herself. This mix of legal drama and personal challenges has captivated many viewers, although reviews have been mixed; Some criticized the lack of authenticity in the dialect and the representation of the Vogtlanders, as Wikipedia notes.
In addition, the scenery, particularly the use of the Göltzschtal Bridge in landscape photographs, is causing discussions. The filming period from June 13th to August 24th, 2023 demonstrates an extensive commitment to authentically capturing the region's backdrop. A little criticism is understandable, but targeted tourism promotion in the region could counteract this.
Vogtland as a travel destination
Vogtland has more to offer than just the memories of a television show. The Vogtland-Tourismus app is a practical tool for travelers who want to explore the region. Free of charge, it offers exciting tour descriptions, maps and many other functions that make planning a visit easier. Individual planning for tours is also child's play.
With the possibility of discovering interesting points along the routes and even saving them offline, the Vogtland becomes an attraction for nature lovers and those interested in culture. If you want to experience the region's secrets up close, you can't ignore this app.
Overall, it shows that “Mandate for May” was not only a successful series, but also a potential driver for tourism in Vogtland. The past meets the present and shows that nostalgia and modern leisure activities can go hand in hand.