Newly Opened Adventure Park and Century-Old Crafts Business Face Insolvency Amid Economic Strains

Two distinct sectors in Germany are grappling with insolvency, highlighting the diverse economic challenges across the country. The Erlebnispark "Glück Auf" in Markersbach, a family-oriented leisure park launched just two months ago, has filed for insolvency despite a 20 million euro investment. Operated by Schneider erzgebirge Event GmbH, the park includes indoor climbing landscapes, wooden adventure zones, and RV parking. According to Birgit Feuring, spokesperson for Chemnitz District Court, lawyer Frank-Rüdiger Scheffler has been appointed provisional insolvency administrator. Park spokesperson Manuel Griessbach confirmed that staff salaries are secured and the park will remain open while potential investors are sought for further expansion projects planned for spring. Simultaneously, Gleichauf Haustechnik GmbH, a historic company in Neumarkt celebrating 100 years recently, has succumbed to insolvency amid a sharp revenue drop—from 11 million euros three years ago to 6 million euros last year. Interim insolvency administrator Michael Wirth cited economic downturns in construction and uncertain energy policies as critical factors, pressuring smaller firms unable to restructure rapidly. The firm employs 38 workers, including 11 part-timers, and has applied for insolvency funds to cover unpaid wages. Its steel trading division remains unaffected. These cases underscore enduring difficulties in both emerging leisure sectors and traditional businesses facing Germany's economic headwinds.