Guarding Memories: Kassel international

Germany: Multilateral projects in English

Welcome in Kassel! This vibrant metropolis on the River Fulda, with its art, culture and the biggest mountain park in Europe, is crowned by a gigantic Hercules statue far above the town. Our multifaceted programme is at the ready, waiting to be kicked off by youth from all over Europe. Despite its historic significance, historical buildings are a rarity, for the centre of Kassel was almost completely destroyed by the air raid 22 October 1943. We will take a closer look at the role Kassel played in the Second World War. The focus of our youth encounter will be the war cemeteries which became the final resting place for ca. 10,000 people who lost their lives during the air raids. In particular we will care for the graves of foreign victims, many of them forced labourers. Caring together for their graves, we will commemorate them.

Alongside our historical investigation we have a rich cultural programme. The UNESCO World Heritage Water Features in the mountain park are on our plan, as well as an excursion to Frankfurt/Main, in the South of Hessia.

Camp language is English.

The project is funded by the BMFSFJ (Federal Children and Youth Plan)