Open Air St. Gallen: St. Gallen residents demand fines for highway sneakers!

Open Air St. Gallen: St. Gallen residents demand fines for highway sneakers!

The Open Air St.Gallen, one of the most famous music festivals in Switzerland, begins on June 26, 2025. The anticipation for the event lasting several days is palpable as it attracts numerous visitors from the region and beyond. However, amidst the festive atmosphere, serious topics were also discussed.

A central topic at the TVO get-together was the St.Gallen National Council's proposal to introduce buses for “skulkers” on motorways. This idea is intended to help improve traffic flow and avoid dangerous situations. Necessary measures for road safety were discussed in detail by the discussion participants.

Discussions at the TVO regulars' table

The TVO regulars' table, at which several guests commented on these topics, offered a platform for open expressions of opinion. Ex-city presidentThomas Scheitlin, former cantonal council presidentMargrit Stadlerand filmmakersVictor Rohnerwere among those discussing. They brought different perspectives and encouraged reflection on the proposals presented.

Another game-changer that raised eyebrows was the defeat of the women's national team, which lost 7-1 in a friendly against FC Luzern's U15s. This happened just before the home European Championships and raises questions about the team's form and preparation. The adjustments and strategies required before the home European Championships were also a topic of discussion.

Such discussions are particularly important to shed light on the current challenges in sport and transport, while at the same time celebrating the cultural experience of Open Air St.Gallen. The diversity of the topics not only ensures exciting exchanges, but also reflects the social concerns of the region.

Overall, the day shows that both cultural and socio-political issues can go hand in hand. The mix of music festival culture and serious discussions gives Open Air St.Gallen an additional dimension and helps keep the St.Gallen region alive and relevant.

For more information on these topics, you can read the reports from Uri newspaper and Tagblatt read.