Epiphany: customs, superstitions and magical traditions!

Epiphany: customs, superstitions and magical traditions!

On Epiphany, January 6th, the police in Salzburg became particularly active. In Nußdorf, a 39-year-old from Flachgau was stopped for not only driving without a license, but also for having a positive drug test. In addition, his vehicle was obviously neglected, as the sticker had expired in July 2024 and the car was rusted through. The officers put him on. Another notable event occurred on Rochusgasse in the state capital. A 29-year-old man from Salzburg was stopped here after crossing into oncoming traffic. Thanks to the quick reaction of another driver, there was no accident. The rapid drug test also showed he had consumed marijuana, which made him unfit to drive. His driver's license was also confiscated.

Shocking radar measurements

In addition to these incidents, police conducted radar measurements on over 4,000 vehicles in the Zell am See and St. Johann districts. The result was alarming: 217 drivers exceeded the speed limit and can expect to be reported. A particularly drastic incident occurred with a Dutchman who was traveling at over 100 km/h in the local area and yet could not be stopped, which will now also lead to a report 5min.at reported.

Epiphany has a special meaning in the Catholic Church as it celebrates the Epiphany and commemorates Jesus' public miracles. The day is not only an important holiday, but also rich in customs, many of which are still maintained today. A particularly popular custom is the Epiphany Cake, which is baked in many countries. These traditional customs represent the high cultural significance of the day, which also marks the last of the “Twelve Nights,” during which people believe in mystical apparitions. Many people hope to gain insight into the future through customs such as shoe throwing katholisch.de describes.