Heide and Anklam celebrate 35 years of partnership with celebration and fun!

Heide and Anklam celebrate 35 years of partnership with celebration and fun!

Last weekend there was a very special reason to celebrate in Ahlbeck: The cities of Heide in Schleswig-Holstein and Ahlbeck in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania celebrated their 35-year partnership. The venues, including a newly erected memorial stone, became a stage of community and village togetherness for the numerous visitors. Not only was the friendship between the two cities honored, the traditional curling also ensured a lively exchange between the participants and guests. The mayor of Heide announced with interest that such friendly initiatives are important to promote cultural exchange and strengthen bonds. As [Boyens Medien](https://www.boyens-medien.de/artikelansicht/heide-heide-und-anklam- Feiern-35-jahre-partnerschaft-mit-gedenkstein-und-eisstockschiessen-99708.html) reports, such celebrations show how strong connections across national borders can be.

Curling has proven to be a real crowd puller. Picturesquely on the lawn in front of the memorial stone, the participants were able to compete in this traditional sport. With each round the excitement grew as the curling sticks glided across the track. The number of participants was high, and both local citizens and guests from Heide turned up in large numbers to have a good duel. Some people even spoke of a small competition that reflected the friendly spirit of the partnership.

A sign of solidarity

The memorial stone commemorating the partnership was inaugurated as part of the celebrations. This stone symbolizes not only the long history of cooperation, but also future efforts to further expand the friendship. “It is a sign of solidarity and respect for our different cultures,” emphasized the mayor of Ahlbeck during the ceremonial speech. As [Boyens Medien].

Both cities have carried out numerous exchange projects and events over the years, with a particular focus on cultural exchange. From joint youth camps to cultural festivals: these activities have helped to build friendships and break down barriers. Not only does the city benefit from this, but also the people who live here. A circle of positive emotions that could trigger further projects.

It is therefore clear: the partnership between Heide and Ahlbeck is not just a historical relic, but a living part of today's community. In times when social cohesion is more important than ever, such celebratory occasions give encouragement and show that friendship knows no boundaries. The hope remains that there will be many more opportunities to celebrate in the next 35 years. These are not just celebrations, but also important steps towards a stronger community.