Berlin event Kohlessen called off due to Coronavirus
The Defftig Ollnborger Gröökohl-Äten, a cherished kale-eating tradition in Oldenburg, Germany, has been a staple of the community for many years. This annual event, which typically takes place during the colder months, celebrates the local custom of consuming kale (Grünkohl) and brings together large numbers of participants.
However, like many public gatherings worldwide, the Defftig Ollnborger Gröökohl-Äten was cancelled in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic necessitated restrictions on large social events to prevent the spread of the virus, leading organisers to cancel the celebration to ensure public health and safety.
The Defftig Ollnborger Gröökohl-Äten is more than just a simple feast. It is a tradition that involves the exchange of decision-makers from various regions, with politicians from Berlin and Hannover often participating. This event has been affected by significant events in the past, such as the Gulf War and the flood disaster in Northern Germany, which led to cancellations in 1991 and 1962 respectively.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the cancellation of many events and gatherings worldwide. The last time the Kohlessen was cancelled was in 1991, due to the Gulf War. Unfortunately, the Defftig Ollnborger Gröökohl-Äten is currently unable to hold its exchange of decision-makers due to the ongoing pandemic.
Despite the cancellation, the community remains hopeful that the tradition will return once it is safe to do so. In the meantime, they continue to celebrate the spirit of the event in their own homes, maintaining the rich cultural heritage of Oldenburg.
The cancellation of the Defftig Ollnborger Gröökohl-Äten in 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is not unique as it joins the list of other events and gatherings worldwide affected by the virus. Even though the health-and-wellness precautions have led to the suspension of in-person meetings this year, the community continues to uphold the spirit of the science and tradition of the kale-eating celebration in their individual households.
