Bürgerschießens
Bürgerschießen is a traditional shooting event in German-speaking regions in which citizens of a town participate in a competitive marksmanship contest, typically organized as part of a larger festival such as a Schützenfest. The event centers on selecting a local title holder, often referred to as the Bürgerschützenkönig or Bürgerkönig, through a target shooting competition.
Historically, Bürgerschießen emerged in late medieval and early modern towns, linked to the defense function of
Practice commonly involves a Schützenverein or Bürgerschützenverein organizing the contest. Participants shoot at targets such as
Today Bürgerschießen remains an enduring local tradition in many towns across Germany, Austria, and parts of