The bourgeois German youth flocked to Wandervogel movement because it offered a way to escape from the perceived materialism and conformity of their urban lives. The movement also provided a sense of adventure and camaraderie for young people who were often stifled by their traditional, rigid upbringing. Additionally, the Wandervogel movement promoted a connection with nature and the simple life, which was seen as a way to rediscover true German identity and culture.