Championnat du Chocolat: When chocolate dreams come true

The confectionery trade was once again in the spotlight at the fifth "Championnat du Chocolat" of the Koblenz Chamber of Crafts. For the first time, the German Chocolate Championship took place as part of the event.

This article is part of the special feature " Interesting competitions for craftspeople".

Over 3.800 visitors gathered at the Electoral Palace in March for the " Championnat du Chocolat " organized by the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts , to immerse themselves in the world of chocolate . One of the event's aims is to highlight the importance of artisanal food production . With renowned exhibitors and their products , demonstrations , and tips and tricks , the event showcased the full spectrum of this sweet treat.

Furthermore, the German Championships in the " Chocolate Artistic " and " Chocolate Freestyle " competitions took place for the first time. Apprentices , journeymen , and master craftsmen alike demonstrated their skills there.

Image gallery

Exhibitors presented their sweet temptations. (Photo: © Photo-Herzmann)

Not just excellent, but also exquisite: the chocolate showpieces of the "Championnat du Chocolat." (Photo: © Photo-Herzmann)

(Photo: © Photo-Herzmann )

The event featured demonstrations, tips, and tricks from experts in modern pastry making. Pictured here: German Pastry Champion Rowena Redwanz (center). (Photo: © Photo-Herzmann)

Fine work of chocolate. (Photo: © Photo-Herzmann)

(Photo: © Photo-Herzmann )

(Photo: © Photo-Herzmann )

Economics Minister Daniela Schmitt (center), Chamber of Crafts President Kurt Krautscheid (left), and Chamber of Crafts General Manager Ralf Hellrich (right) with the participants. (Photo: © Photo-Herzmann)

(Photo: © Photo-Herzmann )

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The rankings

Michael Schardien impressed the jury and the audience in the expert category. Photo: © Photo-Herzmann

Expert category "Chocolate Artistry"

1st place: Michael Schardien, Ahlen (North Rhine-Westphalia)

2nd place: Charline Hecken, Vettelschoß (Rhineland-Palatinate)

3rd place: Soraya Romen, Koblenz (Rhineland-Palatinate)

Young talent category "Chocolate Freestyle"

1st place: Natalie Schilly, Weinsheim (Rhineland-Palatinate)

2nd place: Julia Günthner, Münstermaifeld (Rhineland-Palatinate)

3rd place: Luisa Seeman, Idstein (Hesse)

First-place winners Michael Schardien and Natalie Schilly impressed not only the jury but also the audience, winning the audience awards in their respective categories.

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Learn moreFurther information is available on the Website of the "Championnat du Chocolat" and Chamber of Crafts Koblenz.

A rich selection of impressions of the event can be viewed here.
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