German states debate who invented Bratwurst sausages
Summary
A disagreement has arisen between the German states of Bavaria and Thuringia over which region first invented Bratwurst sausages. New evidence suggests that a Bratwurst stand existed in Thuringia in 1269, predating Bavaria's previously claimed oldest stand by over 100 years. Despite the new findings, a popular sausage stand in Bavaria continues to take pride in its long-standing tradition.Key Facts
- The German states of Bavaria and Thuringia dispute who first invented the Bratwurst.
- The "Wurstkuchl" tavern in Bavaria has claimed to be the oldest Bratwurst stand, dating back to 1378.
- Historians in Thuringia found a document from 1269 mentioning a meat-roasting stand, suggesting an earlier origin.
- Previously, the oldest known Bratwurst reference in Thuringia was from 1404.
- The "Wurstkuchl" in Bavaria remains a popular site for Bratwurst, maintaining traditional cooking methods.
- The tavern's landlady, Alexandra Meier, is unbothered by the discovery, focusing on the quality of their sausages.
- There has been historical debate over which Bavarian town had the oldest sausage stand, with Regensburg eventually winning that claim.
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