Lufthansa introduces a touch of Bavaria to Johannesburg

In honor of Munich’s famous Oktoberfest, a Lufthansa crew dressed in traditional Bavarian attire landed in Johannesburg this week.

The airline relaunched scheduled flights between Munich and Johannesburg last month.

SHOWCASING BAVARIAN CULTURE

While the famous Munich Oktoberfest takes place, Lufthansa passengers on selected flights will once again see the traditional “Trachten” costume crew take off from Munich.

Bavaria is located in southeast Germany. A leader in technology, the region is also known for being rooted in culture and tradition.

LUFTHANSA BRINGS BAVARIA TO JOHANNESBURG

South Africa is one of two countries this year to welcome the traditional “Tracht” garment-dressed cabin crew as part of the Munich Oktoberfest activities.

The Lufthansa flight attendants recently flew from Munich to Osaka in Japan, the day before the official launch of the Oktoberfest.

This was followed by the traditional costume flight to Johannesburg on 30 September 2024, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport on 1 October.

The event celebrates Johannesburg being one of only two long-haul Lufthansa destinations to welcome crew dressed in attire from the Bavaria region this year. 

LUFTHANSA’S COSTUMES FROM BAVARIA

It has been a longstanding tradition for Lufthansa’s crew to wear traditional Bavarian garments on several European and German routes from Munich during the Oktoberfest season.

In addition, Lufthansa’s ground staff at the gates in Munich Terminal 2 also welcome passengers in this traditional attire.

Instead of the classic Lufthansa uniform, the ladies wear dirndls and the men traditional suits with lederhosen. 

TRADITIONAL BAVARIAN ATTIRE

The traditional clothing worn by the Lufthansa crew flying to Johannesburg was designed and tailored by Bavaria-based traditional garment provider Angermaier.

All components and materials were sustainably produced and processed.