Landlord Alexander Egger has filed an urgent motion with the Bavarian Supreme Regional Court to prevent the admission of the landlords for the Schottenhamel tent and the Paulaner festival hall. He argues that the allocation of the large festival tents must comply with European procurement law. An interim decision is expected by Friday, which could have far-reaching consequences.
If the court rejects the urgent motion, the landlords can implement their contracts as planned. However, if the suspensive effect is extended, construction could come to a standstill starting June 29. The operators warn that the spaces for the two tents could remain empty. “If we can’t set up in time, then we won’t set up at all,” Michael F. Schottenhamel told the Abendzeitung. “And then there will be no tent on that area, but maybe three kiosks.”
The uncertainty affects not only logistics but also the landlords’ planning: waiters and security personnel must be hired, food ordered. The special festival beer has already been brewed. Christian Schottenhamel stated that reservations will continue to be processed normally for now. Should the construction fail, the areas might have to be filled with carousels or fences.
Source: Stadt München
