#PARTICIPATE
Helping
is a matter of honor
Be there!
join our
fire brigade team
10 women – 80 men – 35 young people
A strong team for Gilching
100% commitment – 365 days a year
Volunteer. Dedicated. Indispensable.
Join in!
You can do more than you think. We’ll teach you everything else.
You can do more than you think.
We’ll teach you everything else.
Get to know us!
Come over!
Every Wednesday from 7:00 pm
Freiwillige Feuerwehr Gilching e.V.
Starnberger Weg 18
82205 Gilching
The fire brigade does not only fight fires
We also help and support:
- in traffic accidents (rescuing trapped people with "scissors and spreader")
- when tree on the road (removal of fallen trees after storms or snow)
- in case of floods (pumping out flooded cellars, erecting sandbag barriers)
- in elevators (rescuing trapped persons from stuck elevators)
- for rescuing people from heights or depths (e.g. from cranes, excavations or roofs)
- in animal rescue (cats in trees, dogs in rivers, horses in ditches)
- in the case of emergency door openings (e.g., if elderly or helpless people have fallen in their home)
- in case of leakage of chemicals or gases (securing the site, sealing, decontamination)
- for oil spills (gritting and cleaning roads after oil spills)
- as a carrying aid (for rescue from narrow or inaccessible buildings)
- with fire safety guards (at events such as concerts, theaters or fireworks)
- through fire safety education (in schools, businesses or public events)
Stand up for Gilching and your fellow citizens!
If you can answer most of these questions with “yes“, then you’ve come to the right place:
- Are you at least 18 years old?
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Do you want to do something that matters?
"Actively help instead of watching!" - Are you looking for real challenges and new experiences?
- Are you interested in equipment, tactics, vehicles and modern gadgets?
- Do you want to grow personally, take on responsibility and learn something for life?
- Are you a team player and enjoy working together?
- Do you want to spend your free time meaningfully and do something important?
Call us!
Write to us!
Come over!
Every Wednesday from 7:00 pm
Freiwillige Feuerwehr Gilching e.V.
Starnberger Weg 18
82205 Gilching
Are you still unsure ?
Then check out our answers to frequently asked questions:
I don't have time because of my job.
You don’t have to be there for every mission. We welcome any help – even if you can only make it some of the time. Many of our members have regular full-time jobs – exercises are scheduled in the evenings, and missions are flexible. Every mission counts.
I don't think my employer will give me time off for that.
Employers are legally obligated to release you for deployments (Section 12 of the Bavarian Fire Service Act). This applies not only in the event of a disaster, but also during regular deployments. And: We’ll help you initiate discussions with your employer – many even see this commitment as a plus.
I have small children – that’s not possible for me right now.
Many of us are parents. We plan our exercises in a family-friendly way, without pressure. It’s not about always being there—it’s about participating regularly. And the best part: Your children grow up with a role model who takes responsibility.
I'm not a sporty type.
You don’t have to be. For the vast majority of tasks, normal fitness is perfectly sufficient. And if you’re not training to be a breathing apparatus wearer, you don’t have to pass a fitness test. There are many tasks where brains are more important than brawn.
I'm not afraid of heights and I'm afraid of fires.
Then you’ve come to the right place! No one is forced to do anything they can’t or don’t want to. Fear of heights? Then you stay grounded. Fear of fire? Completely healthy! We have many tasks that don’t involve any physical danger – engineering, logistics, radio, and organization.
I'm too old for that.
Anyone who is physically healthy can still join even if they’re over 40 or 50. Many of our members are career changers.
And even if your active service ends at some point, there are many ways you can continue to be involved with us (e.g., as a trainer, mentor, or in the organization).
I am a woman – does that even suit me?
Of course! Many women are already actively involved in Gilching. Technology, responsibility, camaraderie – this isn’t a male domain. We need people just like you: clear-thinking, hands-on, and helpful. What matters to us is what you do – not your gender.
I am too young or still in training.
Perfect! From the age of 12, you can join the youth fire brigade – with games, fun, and first insights into operations. And from the age of 18, you can start training as a firefighter. Many members stay with us for years – it’s more than just a hobby; it’s a community for life.
I have absolutely no talent when it comes to handicrafts.
No problem. Nobody joins the fire department as a professional. We’ll teach you everything you need – step by step in modular squad training (MTA). We’re a team: one drives, another uses the radio, and a third operates the equipment. You’ll find your place.
I can't afford the effort/cost.
Joining the fire department doesn’t cost you a cent. Equipment, training, and even transportation to courses—everything is provided. The effort? An average of 2–4 hours per week. That’s less than a night of watching TV—but with real impact.
No excuses!
Call us!
Write to us!
Come over!
Every Wednesday from 7:00 pm
Freiwillige Feuerwehr Gilching e.V.
Starnberger Weg 18
82205 Gilching