When does the chainsaw art competition take place?

The competition runs from September 18 to 19, 2026, in Suhl.

Where is the event located?

At the Lower Market in 98527 Suhl, with subsequent exhibition of the sculptures in the Congress Centrum Suhl.

What can visitors expect?

Live carving, a craft market with regional exhibitors, and finished sculptures related to Herbert Roth.

Is the event accessible for persons with disabilities?

The Congress Centrum Suhl indicates continuous accessibility. No separate information is available for the Lower Market.

How long should visitors plan for their visit?

For the competition and craft market, a longer stay is worthwhile to experience the work on the sculptures at a leisurely pace.

Are there any details about guided tours or workshops?

No specific details about guided tours or workshops are available in the provided sources.

Chainsaw Art Competition

Name: Chainsaw Art Competition “Herbert Roth Sculptures”
Start: 2026-09-18
End: 2026-09-19T23:59:00+02:00
Location: Unterer Markt

Art from Wood, Sound from the Region: Suhl Experiences a Lively Open-Air Spectacle

On September 18 and 19, 2026, the Lower Market in Suhl will transform into an open workshop for art, craftsmanship, and regional identity. At the chainsaw art competition “Herbert Roth Sculptures,” impressive sculptures made from wood will be created live in front of the audience, dedicated to the Thuringian folk singer Herbert Roth.

When the Chainsaw Becomes the Sculptor

Eight experienced wood carvers will work live before the eyes of visitors. From raw material comes form, from mass comes expression. The competition combines the immediate energy of wood carving with the precision of sculptural work. Thus, an exhibition atmosphere emerges that oscillates between workshop, open-air stage, and cultural memory.

Herbert Roth as a Motif Between Home, Memory, and Sound Space

The emerging Herbert Roth sculptures reference a figure that is still strongly anchored in Suhl today. Herbert Roth is regarded as a musical ambassador of his homeland and represents a connection to the Thuringian Forest, regional tradition, and popular culture. The sculptures make this memory visible and translate it into a spatial artistic experience.

Craft Market and Cultural Encounter

Accompanying this is a craft market with regional traders, artisans, and exhibitors inviting visitors to stroll and discover. The market adds a second layer to the art competition: here, craftsmanship, regional products, and audience contact come together. Those interested in cultural education can vividly experience how living tradition is transformed into the present.

From the Open-Air Workshop to the CCS

After the competition, the finished sculptures will be exhibited in the Congress Centrum Suhl. There they will receive a new framework in which the observation of the works will have a different effect: more concentrated, quieter, and more museum-like. On December 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM, the sculptures will be auctioned. Thus, the project does not end at the moment of creation but receives a second public stage.

Voices of the Visitors

The organizer refers to the official social media channels of the Congress Centrum Suhl. Specific visitor quotes were not reliably available in the research; therefore, this section consciously remains without invented voices.

The art experience in Suhl combines live performance, exhibition, and craftsmanship in a rarely dense way. Those who want to experience art as a process will find here an exhibition in progress: with sound, wood, movement, and regional reference. A visit is absolutely worthwhile, as it shows how craftsmanship becomes a great aesthetic experience.