ROGER KLÜH

Painting session with Roger Klüh, Nadja Zikes and the Friedensdorf children

Roger Klüh und Nadja Zikes im Friedensdorf

In keeping with the season, they also painted with real fir branches together with six Friedensdorf children on 8.12.2018. To make things a little more exciting, "Roger Klüh" unceremoniously offered his own face to beautify and create. With great joy, the six boys from different Asian countries became makeup artists and gave the top athlete a real, Indian face painting. It couldn't have been described more aptly, because the border-breaker's custom-made, bright orange speedboat was christened "Apache Star" at the time.

At the end of the painting session, an Afghan boy presented a small, self-made paper boat as a symbolic gift for the top athlete and his commitment.

Roger Klüh wird von Kindern im Gesicht bemalt

Background: Roger Klüh achieved the almost impossible with that very world champion boat. In 90 minutes, in harsh weather conditions, he crossed the waters between Florida (USA) and Cuba in 2015; result: world record.

Not only an exceptional sporting achievement, but also a political bridge connecting nations was created by sailing this disputed waterway. The journey had it in itself: There were many middle to heavy wounds with the 4-member crew of the "Apache Star" however they were not stopped by it. Perhaps this is why "Roger Klüh" was able to empathize so well with the problems and injuries of the Peace Village children.

Source: Friedensdorf International

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  • What was the purpose of the painting session with Roger Klüh and Friedensdorf children?

    The event on December 8, 2018, brought together Roger Klüh, Nadja Zikes, and six children from Friedensdorf International for a creative painting session to promote cultural exchange, joy, and empathy.

  • Who participated in the painting event?

    Roger Klüh, artist Nadja Zikes, and six children from Friedensdorf International, hailing from various Asian countries, took part in the session.

  • What made the painting session special?

    In a playful twist, Roger Klüh offered his own face as a “canvas.” The children joyfully transformed him with colorful face paint — an activity symbolizing creativity and connection.

  • What symbolic gift did the children give Roger Klüh?

    At the end of the session, an Afghan boy presented a handmade paper boat to Roger Klüh as a token of gratitude and respect for his courage and compassion.

  • Why was the Apache Star boat mentioned during the event?

    Roger Klüh’s boat, Apache Star, achieved a world record in 2015 by crossing from Florida to Cuba in just 90 minutes — a feat symbolizing determination and unity, values reflected in the Friedensdorf project.

  • How does Roger Klüh’s record-breaking journey relate to the Peace Village?

    Just as the Apache Star bridged two nations, Klüh’s participation aimed to bridge cultures and hearts — connecting his spirit of endurance with the resilience of the Friedensdorf children.

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