End of an Era: Hanauer OB Kaminsky Announces Retreat

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In autumn 2026, Claus Kaminsky, the oldest mayor of Hesse, resigned. In Hanau, his name will remain inseparably linked to the racist attack of 2020. However, Kaminsky stands for much more in his home country.

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Claus Kaminsky has been in office for 22 years as Hanau's Lord Mayor. Now he has declared his withdrawal. A little more than a year before the regular end of his term of office, the 65-year-old today wants to retire. So on September 30, 2026, a Hanau era ends: Claus Kaminsky (SPD), Lord Mayor Hanau: "Enough is enough. And it is now a good time to put the helm, the fortunes of the city into younger hands. And this date is also so elected because …

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No other OB in Hesse is currently in office longer than Claus Kaminsky. Next year, however, a new boss will move into the town hall. Two candidates are in the starting blocks.The senior mayor of Hesse, the Hanauer OB Claus Kaminsky (SPD), will hand over his office next year. "It is now a good time to hand over the rudder," said the 65-year-old. Mayor Maximilian Bieri (SPD) and city councillor Isabelle Hemsley are available as possible successors.