Plauer bathtub rally: a water fun for the whole family!

Plauer bathtub rally: a water fun for the whole family!

In the small town of Plau am See with its 6,166 inhabitants, a very special spectacle will take place from July 19, 2025 - the Plauer bathtub rally. This legendary event has been impressive and small and small for over 30 years and transforms bathtubs, refrigerators and other floating objects into imaginative watercraft that paddle around the bet. The rally falls on the same day as the NDR MV summer party this year and thus promises a top-class day of entertainment on Lake Plauer, the third largest lake in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania with almost 39 square kilometers. According to Le Journal Catalan Summer party in the evening.

But what exactly does visitors expect? From 9 a.m. the day will open with a live program by NDR 1 Radio MV "Weekend and Angerstein". At 11 a.m. the play, fun and pleasure mile on the Elde will open and the participants call for the parade of the possibilities. The exciting bathtub rally 2.0 then begins at 1 p.m. The award ceremony follows at 5 p.m., where the fastest and most creative participants are awarded. The well -known faces Stefan Kuna and Frauke Rauner take over the moderation, while the guests can look forward to live music from Billy Rock. Further details about the event can be read on plauamsee.de

a hustle and bustle for the whole family

The Plauer Bathtub rally and the NDR MV Sommerparty offer a lot of entertainment for the whole family. In addition to the funny bathtub race, all of which make you laugh, visitors can look forward to appearances by carnival clubs and the Plauer Fanfarenzug. There are also many action areas on the marketplace that are already available from 4 p.m. For children there is an extensive program with bouncy castles and other stations that make the heart beat faster.

his cultural charm also shows Plau am See with an art exhibition in which local artists present their works from July to September. Historically interested visitors should not miss the opportunity to explore the medieval brick gothic city gates in Teterow. A good reason to plan a whole weekend for his visit to Plau am See!

water tourism and leisure activities on the Plauer See

The Plauer See is a mecca for water sports enthusiasts that is ideal for sailing and surfing. Interested parties can fall back on Holger Brümmer's surf school, which offers courses from beginners to professionals. For SUP enthusiasts, there is the opportunity to rent boards for 15 €/hour with Falk Seehotels. If you get up early, you can enjoy the picturesque sunrises above the lake.

The historic lifting bridge from 1916, which rises daily for passing boats, is not only a technical peculiarity, but also a popular photo motif. After an active day on the water, you can admire the city's idyllic half-timbered and brick houses and relax in one of the numerous cafes. Free parking is available at the Seepark, and if you prefer to have it centrally, you will find a good point of contact on Quetziner Strasse. In order to avoid stress, parking spaces in blocked areas such as the market road and the four waterways should be avoided.

The anticipation for the event is great, and for many it will be a highlight of the summer program! Don't miss this festival of creativity and fun - an exciting adventure is waiting for you in Plau am See! Further information on the events of the day, such as the bathtub rally and the NDR MV Sommerparty, can be found on the page of NDR .