The Abitur class at Gymnasium Eggenberg presented the commemoration day “60 Years of the Élysée Treaty – 60 Years of Franco-German Friendship”, to all students, including those from Eggenberg Elementary School, before lunch. “Why is the flag of France flying from the roof of the Villa today?” was the opening question.
They then explained that after two world wars, a reconciliation between Germany and France was quite unlikely and an amazing achievement. Konrad Adenauer and Charles de Gaulle concluded the Élysée Treaty prompted, among other things, by their Christian responsibility. Adenauer said at the time, “The future of Europe depends on a real and lasting understanding between Germany and France.”
After the presentation, all students were invited to a French-themed lunch with blue, white and red decorations.