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The Rhöner Highland Games, a beloved annual event in Bad Neustadt, Germany, is gearing up for its return on Friday, 25th July 2025, and Saturday, 26th July 2025, at Am Sportplatz, Birx. This year's event promises a diverse range of activities, performances, and competitions that will captivate both newcomers and seasoned participants.
On Saturday, the team competition kicks off at 10 am, followed by individual challenges led by the Burghaun Castle Pipes & Drums at 1 pm. The day will culminate in a closing awards ceremony, where all participants can celebrate their achievements.
Music enthusiasts can look forward to performances by Nitrogin on Saturday evening and the "Flying Celts" dance workshop. The Rhön Sawyers will entertain the crowd at midday on Sunday, with the "Herzblut" troupe providing afternoon entertainment and mischief.
For the young ones, there's plenty to keep them engaged. Between 1 pm and 3:30 pm, supervised stations will be set up for youngsters to compete, while archery, puppet shows, and various children's activities will be available throughout the day. Young guests can also try their hand at archery, create crafts, and ride a hand-operated carousel.
The sporting competitions will include traditional events such as "Tossing the Baam", "Drunken Rhön", "Heu'n'Roll", "Roadburn", "Highland Puzzle", Cornhole, and Rhön wetland games. For those interested in learning a new skill, Sören Bingen will demonstrate the art of blacksmithing.
Foodies will be delighted by the array of culinary options, including home-baked cake, quark balls, knobibrot, mushroom pan, burger specialties, grilled food, and zwiebelplätzchen. Refreshments will be available in the form of fresh Rhön beer, mead, coffee from MEE KAFFEE, Franconian wines, and whisky.
For those seeking a more leisurely experience, a 5km guided walk around the former inner-German border is available for 10€, with pre-registration required.
In honour of the Rhön Highland Games, the Whisky Garage Rhön is releasing a limited special edition bottling. For more information and a detailed schedule, visit www.rhoenerhighlandgames.de.
As a nod to tradition, the Rhöner Highland Games typically include events such as caber tossing, weight throwing, hammer throwing, stone tossing, and tug-of-war, along with cultural performances like music and dance. However, for precise details, you might need to check the official event website or contact the organisers closer to the event date.
The Rhöner Highland Games 2025 promises to be a memorable celebration of Scottish tradition and culture. Mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the spirit of the games!
On Saturday, after the team competition, guests can enjoy a captivating performance by Nitrogin, followed by a "Flying Celts" dance workshop.
For those who appreciate diverse experiences, they can indulge in various food-and-drink offerings, including quark balls, mead, and whisky, while also partaking in leisure activities like a guided walk, blacksmithing demonstrations, and charming entertainment from acts such as the Rhön Sawyers and the "Herzblut" troupe.
