Markdorf 2024: A year full of protests, music and new beginnings!

Markdorf 2024: A year full of protests, music and new beginnings!

In 2024, Markdorf experienced eventful events, ranging from protests to significant changes in the catering industry. At the beginning of the year, farmers mobilized their forces and took part in nationwide protests against the federal government's agricultural policy. The spectacular tractor parade started at Stüblehof and moved through the city, with the protesters loudly expressing their anger against both federal and local politics the Südkurier reported.

There were several significant developments during the year. This is how pediatrician Ulrike Laternser concludes and the long-sought successor ended successfully with the opening of a new pediatrician practice by Ramona Muraru. The new year will also be rung in with Daniel Wrona taking over the “Schwanenstüble” after Richard Öxle ends his lease after five years as a tenant. The restaurant, which has long been part of Markdorf's gastronomic landscape, will reopen under new responsibility after the holidays. After all, the audience of the gastronomy in Markdorf remains loyal and well informed, which is reflected in the many positive reviews on platforms such as Tripadvisor is occupied.

The city itself had to deal with major challenges in the summer when sudden rains led to flooding and necessitated an evacuation of the Wirthshof campsite. Over 200 guests had to be brought to safety. At the end of the year, Markdorf not only looks back on an eventful year, but is also faced with new gastronomic perspectives and a new church mission, while the previously entrenched structures give way to constant change.