The Gleisbär (“track bear” in English) is a stubborn creature. He roams the world, is curious and yet seeks familiarity on paths suggested to it. He follows tracks and railway lines. Landscapes, villages and towns pass him by, whilst soaking them up in the hope of being able to grasp the big picture one day.
Looking forward is important to him in order to be aware of what might await him. However, having a look to what’s behind him isn’t his cup of tea. He also rejects any obstacles that take away his view on the world.
To the Gleisbär participation is important. He knows that he doesn’t know everything. But he is happy to pass on what he knows that others don’t necessarily know about. And if it’s just because he is happy himself when others pass their knowledge on to him.
Legend has it that the Gleisbär has some connections to a person of flesh and blood who travels the internet as ‘Wrzlbrnft’. Rumour has it that this same person is called ‘Björn’ in real life, which in turn is the Swedish word for ‘bear’. And, as you might know, Sweden has a lot of railway tracks.
So the circle is complete.
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