Bavarian Forest State Garden Spectacle: A Dragon-Filled Nature Bonanza
Large bodies of water, expansive greenery, and a towering dragon exhibited at a local botanical garden event. - Blooming plants, a generous sprinkling of water, and a majestic dragon gracing the annual country garden exhibition.
Get ready for the Bavarian Forest State Garden Show, just a week away from opening! Environment Minister Thorsten Glauber (Free Voters) toured the show site in Furth im Wald (Cham district) and confirmed it'll be a top-notch presentation of Bavaria and the region. With a hefty €11.3 million investment, this event is set to make a grand impact.
This fantastic extravaganza, known as the 38th State Garden Show, runs for an impressive 137 days, from May 22nd to October 5th. The grand opening will be performed by none other than the regional Minister-President, Markus Söder (CSU), according to local reports.
Under the catchy "Magically much to experience" theme, the town offers visitors an abundance of garden and landscape architecture, blooming gardens, a beehive, artwork, craftsmanship, and lip-smacking local gastronomy. An astounding 2,600 shrubs, 240 trees, and almost 150,000 perennials and bulbs have been planted to ensure a spectacle of color! The show also tackles climate change and drought. Over 3,000 events are planned throughout the show.
A striking feature of the State Garden Show? The mythical Furth Drachenstich dragon, a famous figure from a historical play in the region with over 500 years of tradition and UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status. The show is brimming with dragon-themed designs, including flower beds shaped like dragon scales, a dragon's cave, and guided tours where visitors can marvel at a high-tech, 14-meter-long dragon robot.
Hosting the State Garden Show is a significant boost for the town, according to the mayor. It's an excellent opportunity to address urban planning shortcomings and introduce new projects, like the open park arena, which replaced the old festival hall.
Although the town initially doubted its ability to manage such a large-scale event, the mayor now takes pride in being the host. The proximity to the Czech Republic is reflected in the show's themes, with information boards available in both languages.
The €11.3 million in funding for Furth im Wald, funded by the state and EU, makes this the largest amount ever granted for a State Garden Show, stated Glauber. The next State Garden Show will take place in Bad Windsheim in 2027, with the jubilee edition planned for Nuremberg in 2030.
- State Garden Show
- Bavarian Forest
- Thorsten Glauber
- Bavaria
- Countdown
- Free Voters
- Cham district
- Markus Söder
- CSU
- Gastronomy
Fun Fact:
This isn't your average garden show - Bavaria has a constitutional commitment to nature enjoyment! The show is a celebration of the close relationship between nature and the event, emphasizing nature conservation and outdoor activities.
Tasty treat:
Gastronomy at the show will feature local favorites, likely showcasing forest produce, regional meats, cheeses, and beer typical of Bavarian culinary tradition.
Legendary connections:
The show's dragon theme is inspired by the annual Further Drachenstich event in August, considered the oldest folk play in Germany. Visitors can expect a blend of nature and culture, with potential references to this medieval dragon play throughout the show.
In light of the approaching Bavarian Forest State Garden Show, community members and visitors alike can look forward to aid for the development of regional areas, as this spectacular event will showcase Bavaria and its region, effectively contributing to the regional development. With the show's extensive gastronomy offering, visitors can immerse themselves in an authentic lifestyle experience during their home-and-garden exploration.
