Recklinghausen lights up: World record attempt with 985 people for peace!

Recklinghausen lights up: World record attempt with 985 people for peace!

Recklinghausen, Deutschland - On December 13, 2024, 985 people gathered on the Recklinghäuser Rathausplatz to form a shining peace light and thus set up a new world record. This impressive number exceeded the required 500 participants and ensured a magical moment when the lights shone at 9:32 p.m. after an atmospheric speech. Under the watchful view of Olaf Kuchenbecker, the top record judge from the record institute for Germany, a large, man-formed candle was shaped according to the precisely calculated dimensions of the scientists from the Georg Agricola Technical University in Bochum. The record attempt was part of the event "WDR 2 Christmas Wonder", in which musical entertainment was also offered, including performances by the band Pink Panta and a performance of excerpts by the musical Amélie.

special preparation and challenge

The challenge with this record attempt was not only in the number of participants required, but also in the shape of the candle, which should shine throughout the entire three minutes without losing their shape. These details were crucial to meet the strict criteria of a world record. Renate, one of the first to spontaneously came to the pitch, expressed how important she was lit of the peace light and that it was time to stand for peace. This message was shared by many of them and contributed to the festive atmosphere, although the temperatures were around freezing.

The local community showed itself through its commitment and enthusiasm. Many even opened themselves from other parts of the Ruhr area to become part of this unique event. The joy of reaching the world record was clearly noticeable in the voices and faces of the participants and underlined how significant such common actions can also be in the cold season. Recklinghausen has not only focused on a world record, but also with a shining sign of peace, because, as was recorded in a press release from the city of Recklinghausen, the event was a great way to show local connection.

You can read the complete details here. href = "https://recklinghausen.de/inthalt/startsite/rathaus_politik/pressemitteilungen/index.asp?form=detail&id=30416" Class = "source_2"> Further information can be found in the press release of the city.