A small town in eastern Germany is setting its sights on breaking a world record currently held by an Australian town. Zeulenroda-Triebes, located in the state of Thuringia near the Czech border, aims to claim the title for the longest washing line of socks. The current record stands at an impressive 10,080 metres, established by the Rotary Club of Port Macquarie West in Australia on June 5, 2021.
To achieve this feat, the Australians utilized a staggering 107,886 socks. Encouraged by this challenge, the residents of Zeulenroda-Triebes have rallied together, resulting in an impressive donation of socks. In just a few months, the town has received around 150,000 socks, along with 130,000 pegs and enough washing line to measure approximately 14 kilometres.
Community Efforts Drive the Campaign
The enthusiasm for this record-breaking attempt is palpable in the town, which has a population of about 16,000. Local residents and visitors alike are racing to hang socks on the line set up at a local stadium. Local official André Bauer emphasized that all socks displayed will either be freshly washed or new, ensuring the integrity of the attempt.
As the event progresses, the community is gearing up for the final count. Once all socks are hung, the town will await confirmation from the German chapter of Guinness World Records. Bauer anticipates that it will take officials several days to meticulously count every sock and verify the record.
This ambitious project not only aims to bring recognition to Zeulenroda-Triebes but also showcases the spirit of community involvement. The influx of donations demonstrates a collective effort to not only break a record but also to put the town on the map in a unique way. As the countdown to the official verdict begins, the residents remain hopeful that their hard work will pay off.
