Richtfest (topping-out ceremony)

the traditional topping-out tree symbolizes luck for the house and it's owners.

... meeting Mrs. Lauinger and her son.

Mrs Lauingers father (Mr. Gossmann, a carpenter) bought "our" house in the 1920's from Mr. Eimer.  The house was in a terrible condition - as we heard - and he himself built a new staircase, built the shutters and installed sanitairy equipment.

the topping-out ceremony

around the bonfire