Spitzberger Schiachperchten: 33 years of tradition and scary fun!

Spitzberger Schiachperchten: 33 years of tradition and scary fun!

In the run -up to Christmas, the Spitzberger Schiachperchten has been causing excitement and enthusiasm for 33 years in the Vöcklabruck district. Founded by Christian Vierthaler and Martin Junge in 1991, the originally four members have increased quickly and are now proud of the preservation of a unique tradition. The highlight of the season is the home run, which takes place every December 5 in Alt-Atattnang. This year the homes begin at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. with 34 active members, many of whom can look back on a perch career over ten years of perch href = "https://www.meinbezirk.at/voecklabruck/c-lokales/spitzberger-schiachperchten-lauft-zum-heimlauf_a7033707"> Meinzirk.at reported.

The legend of the Perchten

The roots of the Perchten go deep into the Alpine Folklore, where figures such as Perchta or Berchta play a central role. This mysterious figure, known as the "beautiful and the ugly Percht", punishes disobedience and rewarded diligence. Perchta is part of a centuries -old tradition that is kept alive, especially in Salzburg. While the change between the shapes of the beauties and schiachperchten symbolically stands for happiness and defense against demons, these figures also provide scary joy in the modern Christmas season. So the custom on Christmas and between the holidays, where Perchten runs through the villages, is widespread in many regions, such as wikipedia documented.

The Schiachperchten, often with fearsome masks and costumes, are essential actors to drive away evil spirits while the beautiful perches are supposed to bring happiness. Their appearances are not only customs, but also a lively memory of the cultural تابوس, such as the ban on spider during the holidays. These traditions are deeply rooted in the legends and stories of the region and show how folklore has changed over the centuries.