Reduced Attendees in Travemünde Week Event - Smaller Attendee Numbers at Travemünder Week Event
Prepare for an exciting nautical spectacle as the 136th edition of the Travemünde Week commences this Friday. Despite a lower number of registrations compared to last year, the event promises a thrilling racing programme and a vibrant land programme filled with music, food, and family-friendly activities.
The Minister-President of Schleswig-Holstein, Daniel Günther (CDU), is expected to attend the opening ceremony, and he will give the starting signal for the long-distance regatta, Rund Fehmarn. A total of 350 boats have registered for the event, as announced by Sports Director Jens Kath.
This year, the event will feature five racing courses instead of the usual nine or ten, which may contribute to the reduced participant field. However, three international and five German championships are still planned, ensuring a competitive and engaging racing programme.
The participant field for the Travemünde Week is experiencing cost reductions this year, leading to fewer infrastructure and volunteer helpers being needed. Fortunately, the land programme, including two stages with varied music programmes, beach clubs, a children and family day (22nd July), a Ferris wheel on the beach, and a rich culinary offer, will not be affected by these cost reductions.
Among the notable participants is the mayor of Lübeck, Jan Lindenau, who will compete in the race for the "Rotspon Cup" against his Kiel counterpart, Ulf Kämpfer (both SPD), on the 23rd of July at 11:30 a.m. The Rund Fehmarn race will see ships sailing through the night to Fehmarn and returning to Travemünde on Saturday morning.
The Travemünde Week, a cherished tradition in the sailing world, promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for both participants and spectators, despite the lower number of registrations. For those interested in the event, it is set to begin this Friday.
The Commission has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment during the exciting nautical spectacle of the Travemünde Week, which emphasizes the importance of balancing sports and environmental conservation. Despite the lower number of registrations, the event still promises a thrilling racing programme, offering a unique opportunity for participants to compete in sports while advocating for the preservation of the environment.
