Traditional Käsvesper of the vigilante thrilled in Villingen!

Traditional Käsvesper of the vigilante thrilled in Villingen!

The historical vigilante of Villingen celebrated its traditional cheese vespers, a custom that is now over 200 years old. On the first Friday in December, the members gathered in the old town hall to not only enjoy a nutritious meal, but also to make numerous honors and promotions. Among those present were departments such as the cavalry, the militia and urban and citizen music, all of which are part of this festive meeting, such as the The focus was on the payment of 30 guilders that the city of Villingen owes the militia company annually, a concession that goes back to 1812. Mayor Rupert Kubon initially defended himself against the demand of commandant Hans-Joachim Böhm that these funds would finally not be used for the shooting powder sales, but mostly for food and drinks, the Südkurier . Despite initial concerns, the mayor ultimately accepted the tradition and emphasized that a refreshment was necessary to appreciate the loyalty of the members.

Commandant Böhm took the opportunity to pronounce 15 members for their years of loyalty and praise. After the celebrations in the old town hall, those present were able to enjoy the cheese vespers in a cozy round, while the connection to the tradition and history of the vigilante in Villingen was strengthened.