Gadebusch celebrates 800 years: Monumental inheritance with a new memorial stone!

Gadebusch celebrates 800 years: Monumental inheritance with a new memorial stone!

Just in time for the 800th anniversary of the city of Gadebusch, an impressive memorial stone was inaugurated, which weighs six tons and stands between the museum facility and the castle. This venerable stone bears the inscription "1225 City of Gadebusch-2025" and is said to commemorate the long history of the city, which received Lübische city law in 1225. This reports Nordkurier .

The inauguration of the memorial stone, in which the initiators Rudolf Pieper and Hartwig Meyer were significantly involved, took place with a lot of brimborium. Mayor Arne Schlien not only wanted to honor the stone, but also to call up the citizens to actively participate in the anniversary festival. "We invite all citizens, clubs, companies and institutions to become creative and to shape the festival together," said Schlien. A call he started in February 2025.

festive events for the anniversary

The festivities around the 800th anniversary of the city are planned in many ways and are to take place from June 27 to July 6, 2025. The highlights of the event include the Gadebuscher Musiknacht on June 27, the anniversary concert "The String Company" and a family day amazed and discovered. A parade to celebrate the city anniversary will also move through the old town on July 5. With these activities, the city of Gadebusch, which is one of the elders in Mecklenburg, not only wants to honor their history, but also show how lively and versatile it is today.

• Events at a glance:
  • Fri, June 27th: Gadebuscher Musiknacht, 7 p.m.
  • Sat, June 28: "Romanesque beginnings", 9.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
  • Sun, June 29: Family Day, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Sa, 5.7.: Delivery parade, from 2 p.m.
  • Sun, July 6th: Festival service, 10 a.m.

There is also special attention to the comprehensive renovation of the 700-year stone and the surrounding area, for which 70,000 euros were prompted in the budget. This renewal was necessary due to the poor condition of the previous staircase, such as Gadebusch.de reported.

a sign of continuity

Gadebusch, once a field of arable town, has developed into a modern city through trade and cultural influences. Despite the challenges that economic crises and political upheavals brought with it, the city has always shown perseverance. The anniversary now offers the opportunity to pause and reflect on where the city comes and where it developed. For further suggestions for the anniversary celebration, the city administration invites you to report under the email address 800 years@gadebusch.info

The anticipation for the anniversary party is great and the citizens are invited to actively participate. Gadebusch-a place with history that will continue to take a place in the tradition of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.