Greifswald celebrates 775 years: An anniversary full of history and encounters!

Greifswald celebrates 775 years: An anniversary full of history and encounters!

Greifswald, Deutschland - Greifswald, the old and young Hanseatic city, is all about its 775th anniversary in 2025. The celebrations will be opened on May 14 with a solemn city reception, which not only recognizes the founding of the city in 1250, but also focuses on volunteering in the community. Preparations for an extensive festival program are already in full swing. Greifswald.de.

The city expects visitors with exciting actions: from May 14th to 18th, events are offered that put the history and culture of Greifswald in the foreground. A special highlight is the "Day of Sports", which offers the young athletes the opportunity to take the Greifswald sports badge or simply take part in a large city sports festival.

celebrations in the historical backdrop

on the weekend from May 17th to 18th, the historic marketplace becomes the scene of a colorful city anniversary. Concerts, a historical fashion show and hands -on activities promise an unforgettable experience again. A Hansry market in medieval style catapults the visitors back into past times. In addition, an impressive 77.5 meter long birthday board is set up on the shooting wall, all of which invites you to celebrate.

It is particularly noteworthy that all Greifswald citizens, clubs and institutions are called to actively participate in the celebrations. Ideas and suggestions can be submitted by the end of 2024 - a great opportunity to bring history to life!

a city with rich history

Greifswald looks back on a moving past that extends to the Middle Ages. The city was founded in 1250 and received the Lübische city law promptly, which strengthened its independence from the Pomeranian dukes. Greifswald often stood in the shadow of the neighboring cities of Stralsund and Szczecin, but the foundation of the university in 1456 gave the city new shine and meaning. This university still shapes the city, as well as the well -known painter Caspar David Friedrich, who lived and worked here. Wikipedia explains that Greifswald was first mentioned as a member of the Hanseatic

after turbulent course, including the destruction in the Thirty Years' War and the Swedish rule, the city developed moderately in the 19th century. The events of the Second World War left significant traces, but since the 1990s Greifswald has been experiencing an upswing with concentrated renovation measures in the historic city center.

Anyone who wants to celebrate a piece of history is welcome to actively participate in this important festival and to discover the rich culture of Greifswald. Whether at the HanseMarkt or at the city sports festival - history becomes tangible and lively here.