Overview
- The November 22 broadcast from Messe Offenburg carried the theme “Wir sagen Dankeschön,” blending schlager performances with thanks to everyday helpers.
- The Ehrlich Brothers’ segment was hit by a headset failure and brief on‑stage confusion before a tearful tribute to their late father moved the audience.
- Beatrice Egli premiered the quiet, personal song “Herzstapfen” for her parents and grandparents, followed by an awkward on‑air question about her already deceased grandparents.
- A tribute to volunteerism brought the Jugendfeuerwehr Offenburg on stage, highlighting that their young member Louis found a matching donor and is now considered healed after leukemia.
- Industry outlet DWDL reported about 2.90 million viewers and a 14.3% market share, while Nicole later said on Instagram that her Ralph‑Siegel dedication was so emotional she needed days to process it.