Delegation from the twin city travels to Toruń for the 43rd International Hanseatic Day

Each year, a different Hanseatic city hosts and invites to celebrate Hanseatic history, tradition and international understanding. The 43rd International Hanse Convention, which expects delegations from more than 60 cities from different countries, will take place this year from June 22 to 25 in the Polish city of Toruń

Frankfurt (Oder) and Słubice will be a particularly large representation of 19 people to participate in this important event in the cultural calendar of the Hanseatic cities.

The delegation, led by Hanseatic ambassador Milena Manns, includes four young people who will represent Frankfurt (Oder) and Słubice at the Young Hanseatic League. Furthermore, among others, Frankfurt's Lord Mayor René Wilke, Słubice's Mayor Mariusz Olejniczak, the Chairman of Frankfurt's City Council Wolfgang Neumann, the Polish Chairwoman of the Joint Committee of the Twin City Agnieszka Pakulska, the City Marketing, bridge builders and two cultural groups will travel to Toruń. From Frankfurt (Oder) accompanies family Gerstenberg and from Słubice the Ginger Dance School.

Participation in this event is intended to help raise the profile of the twin city, arouse the interest of tourists and investors, and strengthen relations with other Hanseatic cities.

The International Hanse Convention

The Hanseatic League was a medieval trade alliance that connected cities in Europe from the 11th to the 17th century, promoting trade and shipping. This confederation of cities worked together to establish trade contacts, represent common interests and stand together in conflict situations. Even at that time the Hansa Convention was held. It was held for the first time in 1356, deliberated on the interests of the Hanseatic League and the common approach.

In 1980, the New Hanseatic League was founded. It is the largest voluntary urban community in the world. For now the active network consists of almost 200 cities in 16 countries. The New Hanseatic League no longer sees itself as a trading community, but rather as a living and cultural community that aims to preserve the traditions of the old Hanseatic League and promote cooperation between Hanseatic cities.

Hanseatic Day is an annual event that strengthens relations between the Hanseatic cities and celebrates the cultural heritage of the Hanseatic League.