Circus Köllner stranded in Deggendorf: Break repair costs!

Circus Köllner stranded in Deggendorf: Break repair costs!

The "Circus Karl Altoff Köllner" is currently causing a sensation in Deggendorf. The circus family has opened its tent on the Festplatz Ackerloh, but one thing is certain: the situation is tense. The premiere took place last Friday, but the circus could soon be in the terminal. A truck has taken massive damage and the repair costs could amount to up to 15,000 euros. Without a functioning truck, the circus moving on is impossible, and the planned departure to Plattling is therefore invalid for the time being. The circus chief, Karl Altoff Köllner, cannot spend the financial means for repairing, which brings it into a difficult situation. It is particularly bitter that the number of visitors is very declining this year, which further tightens the situation.

just 10-12 visitors visited the performances last weekend-in a tent with over 250 seats. The extreme heat could be a reason for the moderate response, which apparently also affects the entire circus season. Already this year two minor damage had to be repaired for around 1500 euros, but the current defect exceeds the financial possibilities of the circus family.

hope for support

The family plans to collect money through appearances in schools, kindergartens, old people's homes and at company -proof to finance the necessary repair of the truck. "We don't want to beg, but work," said Köllner's clear announcement. The hope lies on the goodwill of the city of Deggendorf and a quick compilation of the funds for the repair of the car. There is also the option of experiencing special ideas in the tent on the field. Interested parties are always welcome, even outside of regular introductory times. Direct contact can be made on the phone number 0163/7779798.

A look at the circus world

The challenges in front of which the Circus Karl Altoff Köllner is not an isolated case. Circus culture has a long tradition in Germany, which is endangered by high financial expenses. The competition from other leisure activities has risen sharply, and many well -known circuses, such as Barum or Sarrasani, have closed their goals. Let us keep in mind that the flowering period of the circuses goes back to the 19th century and was severely affected by world wars and the invention of television. The survival strategies of modern circuses are diverse, but often not enough to lift the financial burdens in the long term. For example, Kulturnews.de reports about innovative approaches that have developed circuses such as the Circus Roncalli in the past to stay over water.

Without a doubt, Circus Karl Altoff Köllner is part of this cultural dimension worth protecting. The Köllner family, who are in the eighth generation and consists of four active generations, hopes to be able to remain true to the tradition of the circus in a creative way. Whether the family's circus can continue its journey at the end of the summer break depends on the coming days. The circus family appeals to the community - maybe not everything is lost yet.

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