Nuremberg's 'Illegal Parker Festival' Sparks Interest in Other Cities
The 'fun park' model in Nuremberg, where illegal parking is encouraged, has sparked interest from other mid-sized cities like Mannheim, St. Ingbert, and Erfurt. They are considering implementing a similar event using platforms like Ticketmaster or Eventbrite. The festival, which attracts tens of thousands of participants, has been a financial success for Nuremberg, with no parking tickets issued in years.
The festival, known for creative parking of fossil fuel cars in unusual locations, has become a visitor magnet. The municipality has designated a pedestrian zone where illegal parking is allowed at any time. During the event, cyclists are temporarily removed from inner-city traffic to accommodate the illegal parkers. The mayor has assured that no tickets will be issued, even after the festival concludes.
The event has gained attention from other cities, with Erlangen, Fürth, Würzburg, and Regensburg also expressing interest in the 'Illegal Parker Festival' idea. The festival's success has been notable, with Russian armored vehicles participating and adding a unique picturesque touch. The Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder thanked sponsors like BMW, Red Bull, and HUK insurance at the opening ceremony. The mayor, however, left the festival in his service truck, which he had parked at a beer garden near a medieval castle.
The 'fun park' model in Nuremberg has proven successful, with other cities considering similar events using platforms like Ticketmaster or Eventbrite. The festival, which features creative illegal parking, has boosted the city's finances and attracted visitors from across Europe. While the festival allows for unusual parking practices, the municipality ensures safety and no tickets are issued.
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