A memorable farewell: Sonneberg's market champion says Adieu!

A memorable farewell: Sonneberg's market champion says Adieu!

Sonneberg, Deutschland - nine days full of joy, traditional customs and joint celebrations at the Sonneberger Schießhausplatz came to an end last Sunday. The 181st Sonneberg bird shooting not only brought together locals and visitors, but also delighted with a colorful program. The highlights were the breathtaking fireworks on Friday, the solemn rifle parade to the "Franconia Day" and numerous actions by the privileged shooting range 1851 Sonneberg e.V. The event offered exciting moments, such as the bird shot and a folk funny, as well as a lively marquee with live music, refreshing drinks and offers of the showmen. All those involved, including the fire brigade for securing fireworks, security service, tent crew and musicians, were particularly appreciated by the organizers. A big thank you also went to the numerous showmen and the visitors who put their stamp on the festival, such as [Sonneberg.de] (https://sonneberg.de/aktuelles/bein- velorererererer-abschied-beim-181-sonneberger-vogelsen.html).

The farewell to Gabriele Langbein-Meits, the market champion of Sonneberg, who was present for the last time after 21 years of organizing and looking after showmen and dealers, was present at bird shooting after 21 years of organization and support for showmen and dealers. In the marquee on Saturday afternoon, René Warkus and Andreas Müller thanked for their decades of dedication and passion on behalf of all dealers and showmen at Langbein-Meits. The outgoing market champion spoke openly about her feelings and said that she would miss the event very much that she was "like my child" for her. On March 1, 2026, she will retire and the 182nd edition of bird shooting will no longer be accompanied by [Insuedthueringen.de] (https://www.insuedthueringen.de/inhalt.abschied-vogelschiessen-sonnebergs- Markt-feiert-lert-al.b306d72b-a07c-4b55-9fafddbd1776.html).

cultural importance of the festival

Cultural festivals such as the Sonneberg bird shooting are not only a happy get -together, but also a deeply rooted tradition that creates community and identity. Such events offer a valuable insight into history, customs and traditions in the region, and promote social cohesion among people. Feasts like this are an expression of origin, faith and life culture that keep the participants alive through regional clothing and decorated places. The variety of festivals in Germany ranges from large folk festivals to small customs celebrations and brings people of different ages and backgrounds together. So bird shooting is not only a funny event, but also shapes the feeling of belonging to the people, explains [Kultur-und-natur.com] (https://www.kultur-und-natur.com/2025/01/13/kulturelle-feste-in-Deutschland/).

Overall, the Sonneberger bird shooting shows how important it is to preserve and pass on traditions. The festival atmosphere invites everyone to become part of this special community and to capture the traditions that connect us. So we look forward to the next parties and how they will develop in the future - possibly with the focus on sustainability and technological progress.