Walpurgis Night - Facts, Belief, Superstition

Description

Experience exciting and horrifying topics and customs related to Walpurgis Night in this varied tour by Marie-Christine Egger. Walpurgis Night is a traditional Celtic festival. Festivals that date back to pre-Christian times are oriented to the moon. Thus, it can be assumed that Walpurgis Night was celebrated during the May full moon. But where does the custom of Maitannli come from? Walpurgis Night is also associated with witch hysteria and its dreadful consequences. How did the witch hysteria end in France and Switzerland? From the historical witch to today's popular identification figure. What kind of women were considered witches? Where does the evil eye come from? How does a witches' sabbath take place? Participants also learn the witch dance, an important part of the witches' sabbath. In the "Red Tower," a flying potion made from herbs is prepared. Why did the women then feel like flying? The effect of the herbs can be experienced in a self-experiment. Everyone gets a sip of the magic potion to be able to fly on a broomstick. Insurance is the responsibility of the participants!

Highlights

• Exciting tour about Walpurgis Night
• Preparation of a flying potion from herbs
• Insight into witch hysteria and customs

General Information

The event takes place at the Baseltor in Solothurn and is led by Marie-Christine Egger. Participants learn more about the traditions and customs of Walpurgis Night as well as the historical background of witch hysteria.

Location

Hauptgasse 83, 4500 Solothurn, Switzerland

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