by Schweiz | Aug 10, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
Bödelen referred to as “Bedälä”, in Central Switzerland is a dance performed by couples where the dancers rhythmically move across the dance floor. In this dance partners twirl around together while synchronizing their steps with the Ländler music. This...
by Schweiz | Aug 5, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
The Muotathaler “Wetterschmöcker” or “Wetterfrösche,” affectionately known as the weather smeller or weather frogs are a captivating group of meteorologists, from Inner Schwyz who have a connection to nature and a great sense of humor. By...
by Schweiz | Aug 5, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
The famous and widely attended event is the Rigi Wrestling and Alpine Festival drawing in excited onlookers to the majestic Queen of the Mountains annually and gaining popularity as a tourist attraction. Traditional cultural events are also an occurrence, on Mount...
by Schweiz | Aug 5, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
For generations a distinct style of yodeling known as “juuzen” has been a cherished tradition, in Muotathal embraced by the locals as “Naturjuuz”. Muota Valley stands out as a location with its Swiss scenery that is truly unparalleled. The area...
by Schweiz | Aug 5, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
The folk dance called “Gäuerlen” is a tradition, in the canton of Schwyz showcasing the movements and charming interactions, between the male dancer and his partner. With planned steps and joyful gestures the dancers bring to life an expression of skill...
by Schweiz | Aug 5, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
For 500 years the Betruf or Alpsegen (Prayer call or Alpine blessing) tradition has been observed, in the Central Swiss Alps. This ancient Alpine prayer is sung each evening by communities, in the Alpine regions during summer after work. Through this prayer the Alpine...
