The best places for the fireworks in Kassel: New Year's Eve tips!

in Kassel is celebrated in a new light in a new light: for the first time, a large public New Year's Eve party takes place in front of the town hall, in which the traditional fireworks display is replaced by an impressive laser show and live music. The event should enable people to celebrate safely outdoors and already attracts a large audience. The 2,500 free tickets were booked within a week, and another 500 reservations were awarded.

The celebrations begin on December 31 at 8:30 p.m. with opening the doors, followed by music from 9:00 p.m. The highlight of the event is planned five minutes before midnight: a spectacular laser show that is projected onto the town hall facade. Three DJs that will be released during the evening provide additional entertainment.

fireworks and safety precautions

The city of Kassel took measures to protect its citizens before New Year's Eve. In several areas, including the Königsplatz, Friedrichsplatz, Opernplatz, Florentinerplatz and in parts of Oberen Königsstraße and Stairstrasse, prohibition zones for fireworks were set up to minimize the fire risk. Fireworks are prohibited in these zones. However, it is allowed to fire fireworks to the limits of the party zone.

In addition to the new celebrations, the city of Kassel has also put together recommendations for the best places for observing traditional fireworks. According to an article by hna are five recommended places to enjoy:

• Castle and Hercules : Popular viewpoint in the mountain park, fireworks do not ignite.
• Weinberg : outlook on Südstadt and Waldau, limited parking.
• Jungfernkopf/Hasenhecke : Good view of the fireworks, popular meeting points.
• Sandershausen : viewpoint above Sandershausen, good view towards Hercules.
• Hotel an der Stadthalle : Possibility to enjoy fireworks in warm, wellness area available.

In addition, the city points out where to ignite fireworks is prohibited. In the vicinity of churches, hospitals, children's and old people's homes as well as in nature and landscape protection areas, including the Karlsaue and the Wilhelmshöhe mountain park, the ignition of fireworks is prohibited. Violations can be punished as an administrative offense.

In order to protect the environment, the city cleaning asks to take the fireworks waste home with you and dispose of it. Fireworks that have not been fired should be soaked with water beforehand to prevent unwanted ignition.

The security measures for the event are considered the largest cost factor, but the organizers do not comment on the exact total costs.