by Schweiz | Aug 4, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
Geisslechlöpfen, also referred to as Geissechlepfen is a captivating tradition that dates back, to times before Christianity. Like a celebration this custom serves the purpose of dispelling spirits, demons and particularly winter spirits through the sound of whip...
by Schweiz | Aug 4, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
During the summer and fall seasons various traditional events are held on Mount Rigi. These festivities feature folk music performances, gatherings of alphorn players, celebrations of costumes “Geisslechlöpfen” (a Swiss custom) Alpine Blessing ceremonies...
by Schweiz | Aug 4, 2024 | Customs Lake Lucerne Region
The “Büchel” is an instrument similar to the alphorn but smaller in size. In Alpine areas the Büchel has become rare. In Schwyz its tradition is upheld with great fervor. The conical pipes of the Büchel are typically tuned in either Bb or C keys whereas,...
