– The town centre of Lauf was packed on Sunday. No wonder – with so much on offer. In addition to the Hämmernkirchweih and the “Rußiger Aidt”, the fountain festival with street musicians festival and the Sunday shopping attracted people to the town.
The people of Lauf couldn’t have wished for better conditions for their traditional festivals. The weather was at its best on what was probably the last beautiful late summer weekend and attracted many people outside with sunshine and pleasantly warm temperatures.
Many onlookers had gathered at the castle square to watch the spectacle of the “Sooty Aidt”, which commemorates how the workers from the hammer mills once vowed to defend the city. This time the “Sooty Aidts” were members of the water rescue service, fire brigade and DAV, with city councillor Anastasios Pasalidis acting as the leader.
Historical drama
Mayor Thomas Lang once again appeared as city manager, Jakob Rester, the city’s executive officer, as city clerk, city councilor Norbert Maschler as gatekeeper and Birgit Götz, deputy head of the Lauf police, as city officer. They were all dressed in historical and sweaty costumes.
Music from three marching bands
They were accompanied musically by the Laufer Marching Band, the Wagner Dance Guild Bad Windsheim and the Beyharting marching band. There was also music – in the form of cannon shots – from the Schönberg Riflemen and the Wolkersdorf Civil Defence Artillery.
There were treats, music and a children’s carousel on Altdorfer Straße, and a flea market on Siebenkeesstraße, Hollfelder Platz and Mühlgasse tempted visitors with bargains.
Shopping and feasting
Visitors could also shop in the shops around the market square, which were open on Sunday and offered special promotions. There were also lots of stalls set up on the Upper Market during the fountain festival, where passers-by could stock up on all sorts of beautiful things – from autumn decorations to homemade jewelry to fragrant soaps and delicious jams.
There was also a large selection of food. Whether it was the traditional bratwurst roll, langos, crêpes or sweets – there was something for every taste. The outdoor seating areas of the restaurants were full – the ice cream parlors in particular were once again very busy.
Music on every corner
There was also music on every corner, organized by Martin Meinzer with his street musician festival. At the Lower Market, the “Odd Monkeys” created a great atmosphere. At the Nuremberg Gate, Harald Sand sang his “New Orleans Music” partly through the megaphone. Also there: Chris Löhner, Michael Sopolidis, Paula Rummel, “Tuscan Street Love Affairs” at the former Mauermühle, Helmut Schödel in Johannisstraße and Nelo in front of the “Weißes Lamm”.
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