First Fasnachtstag Parade
Spectators see costumed villagers and live music celebrating the start of Fasnacht
Gersau Carnival
Gersauer Fasnacht
Gersau, Switzerland
Jan 30 - Feb 8, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each carnival, the lakeside town of Gersau keeps its Fasnacht under the Röllizunft society. The Damenmasken parade opens the festivities of costumed groups, in a celebration of the town's own carnival customs, run by a society founded in 1947.
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Tanzbodenfasnacht
Join communal dancing events in Gersau’s taverns (open to all)
Where it happens
Dorfplatz
Gersau, Switzerland
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Plan the timing
Cheerful attitude
Read the local rhythm
Warm attire
Respect local boundaries
Enjoy performances from the sidelines; credit local customs and contributions.
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Free events are available.
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LOCAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Gersau Carnival
Gersauer Fasnacht
Gersau, Switzerland
Each carnival, the lakeside town of Gersau keeps its Fasnacht under the Röllizunft society. The Damenmasken parade opens the festivities of costumed groups, in a celebration of the town's own carnival customs, run by a society founded in 1947.
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Jan 30 - Feb 8, 2026Confirmed dates
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About Gersau Carnival
Gersau’s lakeside community values its unique carnival customs (e.g. presentation of Damenmasken). The celebration has both rural roots and modern pageantry, reflecting local identity. Tourists are welcome but the focus remains on community tradition.
Respect the unique Damenmasken tradition. Visitors should remain on designated routes and be courteous during dances.
What visitors should understand
Attendance can be appropriate while active documentation is not. Let local boundaries define your role.
What not to do
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Observation may be enough
Some celebrations are best approached quietly: arrive prepared, follow posted rules, and leave without turning the moment into content.
The story behind it
Gersau’s lakeside community values its unique carnival customs (e.g. presentation of Damenmasken). The celebration has both rural roots and modern pageantry, reflecting local identity. Tourists are welcome but the focus remains on community tradition.
Key moments to know
First Fasnachtstag Parade
Spectators see costumed villagers and live music celebrating the start of Fasnacht
Tanzbodenfasnacht
Join communal dancing events in Gersau’s taverns (open to all)
How to show up well
respectful presence
Plan the timing
Cheerful attitude
Read the local rhythm
Warm attire
Respect local boundaries
Enjoy performances from the sidelines; credit local customs and contributions.
Essentials at a glance
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Jan 30 - Feb 8, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Gersau
German-speaking Switzerland
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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