Internal preparation and follow-up
The schedules for setting up and dismantling were revised and structured more clearly, which made cooperation between the crews this year more efficient. Responsibilities were clearly assigned so that no area of responsibility could be overlooked.
Due to concerns about bad weather, more research was needed on cleaning the mats during dismantling. We planned for more cleaning equipment and helpers to be prepared for any weather conditions.
As in previous years, we managed our budget independently. In addition, targeted public relations work was carried out by sending emails to sponsors, residential groups and similar institutions to draw attention to our offer.
The site
The number of mats laid increased by 25% compared to the previous year (see Tarmac 2024). This not only made the main paths more spacious, but also expanded escape routes and chill-out areas.
Thanks to improved crew communication over the years, barrier-free concepts have become increasingly established in the floor constructions of the collectives. As a result, the main path to Vacanca was made significantly wider, and the Brausecus, Poly, Nest and Lila Drache stages were built to be fully wheelchair accessible. This included not only additional platforms and ramps in the audience area, but also barrier-free access to bars and chill-out areas.
To level the paths, additional bark mulch was ordered and spread under the mats.
Sanitary facilities
Once again, we provided three accessible Dixi toilets, an accessible toilet container and a combination container with hot water. All sanitary facilities were equipped with lighting, disinfectant dispensers and locking systems.
Access to the facilities was secured for people with a Euro key, which could be borrowed on site for a deposit if required.
Participation camp and tickets
As in the previous year, we offered a specially equipped infrastructure in the camping area for specific needs in the participation camp.
Electricity connections for aids and a medicine refrigerator were available under a weather-protected pavilion. The camp was again located in a quieter area; and a particularly quiet area was also set aside for people who needed more peace and quiet.
A barrier-free portable toilet was located close-by and was accessible via a path made of heavy-duty mats. Assistive devices were handed-out by request: camp beds, sleeping bags, replacement wheelchairs, hearing protection and polarised sunglasses.
We coordinated communication with guests and managed a quota of 30 participation tickets.
