Mauerstetten’s mayoral debate pits experience against fresh ideas on 3 February

Mauerstetten’s mayoral race is heating up ahead of Bavaria’s local elections on 8 March. Incumbent Armin Holderried, who has led the town for 18 years, faces a challenge from 40-year-old town councillor Benjamin Schick. The two will meet in a public debate on 3 February to discuss pressing issues like housing, finance, and transport—alongside personal insights into their campaigns.

The 'Main Event' at Sonnenhof will give voters a chance to hear from both candidates. Holderried, 59, is running on a platform of continuity and non-partisan leadership after nearly two decades in office. Schick, a dental technician and father of two, has served six years on the town council and is pushing for greater responsibility in local government.

Financial struggles have marked recent years, with business tax revenues dropping sharply since 2025. Schick has put forward specific plans for managing the town’s finances, improving transport, and developing housing and infrastructure. The debate will also introduce candidates for the town council, offering a fuller picture of the upcoming vote. Holderried’s campaign stresses stability, while Schick argues for fresh approaches to long-standing challenges. Both will address how they plan to tackle the shrinking budget and support local growth.

The 3 February event will shape the final weeks before polling day. Voters will weigh Holderried’s experience against Schick’s proposals for change. The outcome will determine how Mauerstetten handles its financial pressures and future development.