Traditioneller Hexentanz Neuhausen auf den Fildern
Feb 10, 2027ExpectedSource
Each Fat Thursday, the town of Neuhausen on the Fildern stages its Hexentanz, the witches' dance. At the stroke of 19:11, costumed witches dance around a bonfire on the castle square, in a celebration that forms a fiery highlight of the local Swabian-Alemannic carnival.
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About media standardsVisitors gather around the Schlossplatz to watch the fiery spectacle. The witches dance to drumming and music; after the fire dances, the band traditionally surrounds the Rathaus. It occurs outdoors in winter, so spectators should dress warmly and follow safety directions around the bonfire.
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Neuhausen on the Fildern, Germany
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Traditioneller Hexentanz Neuhausen auf den Fildern
Neuhausen on the Fildern, Germany
Each Fat Thursday, the town of Neuhausen on the Fildern stages its Hexentanz, the witches' dance. At the stroke of 19:11, costumed witches dance around a bonfire on the castle square, in a celebration that forms a fiery highlight of the local Swabian-Alemannic carnival.
Part of the Swabian-Alemannic Fastnacht (Fasnet) customs in this region of Baden-Württemberg. Neuhausen’s carnival events are organized by the local Narrenbund (founded 1965) and involve historic guilds and masked traditions. The Hexentanz demonstrates the incorporation of old folk motifs (witches, fire, court rituals) into the annual Fasnet festival.
Visitors gather around the Schlossplatz to watch the fiery spectacle. The witches dance to drumming and music; after the fire dances, the band traditionally surrounds the Rathaus. It occurs outdoors in winter, so spectators should dress warmly and follow safety directions around the bonfire.
first-timer tips
Warm clothing
Costume or face paint (if participating)
Do not throw anything into the fire. If in costume, avoid mimicking the ritual; follow cues from organizers. Vi...
Feb 10, 2027
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Neuhausen on the Fildern
Baden-Württemberg
Free public events available
Families welcome
Moderate visitor welcome
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