In the organizer's words:
Respect is my strength!
WiesnGentleman* prevention project promotes respect and civil courage at Oktoberfest
In 2025, Condrobs is once again committed to promoting more civil courage and respect around the Oktoberfest with the "WiesnGentleman*" prevention project under the motto "Respect is my strength!". As in previous years, the patron is Munich's Lord Mayor Dieter Reiter. The project is once again receiving celebrity support from actor Stefan Murr, who will once again be the main ambassador, as well as Max von Thun, Johanna Bittenbinder, Markus Brandl, Kathrin von Steinburg, Clarissa Käfer, Silja Steinberg, Peter Inselkammer and Otto Lindinger.
Looking instead of looking away
Frederik Kronthaler, CEO of Condrobs, explains: " With the "WiesnGentleman*" prevention project, we are setting an example for respectful interaction at the world's biggest folk festival. Because true celebratory joy is created where boundaries are respected, those in need of help are not overlooked and assaults are not tolerated but prevented. The project encourages all Wiesn visitors to look instead of looking away - and to take action when in doubt: by speaking up, calling in security or the police. Together, we can create an environment in which everyone can celebrate safely and enjoy themselves."
The project calls on people to remain vigilant, respect boundaries and not ignore assaults, but to take active action. If in doubt, inform the security services or police.
On the ground for peaceful coexistence
Every day from 3 pm to 7 pm on weekdays and from 1 pm to 5 pm at weekends, Condrobs employees at Esperantoplatz in front of the entrance to the Oktoberfest provide information about safe and respectful celebrations with giveaways and talks.
In the evenings at weekends and before public holidays, Condrobs street workers are out and about on the Theresienwiese. They support young people in particular who don't know what to do, have got into difficult situations or need help - for example by putting them in touch with the Safe Wiesn, youth protection or emergency services.
Wiesn Courage Prize 2025
A highlight is the presentation of the Wiesn Courage Award, which honors people who have contributed to a peaceful festival through courageous intervention. The prize will be presented on October 2, 2025 byLord Mayor Dieter Reiter in the Käfer Wiesn-Schänke. A prominent jury will select the winners from the submitted testimonials. Anyone who has shown civil courage at the Oktoberfest - or would like to nominate others for the award - can apply.
Further information on the prevention campaign can be found at
www.instagram.com/wiesngentleman
Submissions of Wiesn Courage experiences at wiesngentleman@condrobs.de or via the form at www.wiesngentleman.de (closing date: 28.09.2025)
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