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Residents of Laupen mark New Year's Eve with traditional 'Achetringele' procession

epaselect epa11051320 The young 'Baesemanne' (broom men), equipped with long-handled juniper brooms, scary wooden masks and air-filled pig bladders 'Soeiblaatere' march during the 100th traditional 'Achetringele' procession, in Laupen, Switzerland, 31 December 2023. Residents of Laupen mark the 100th New Year's Eve with 'Achetringele' procession, where bells, brooms, pig bladders, and eerie masks are used to drive away evil spirits in a festive procession starting from Laupen Castle. The leader announces New Year's wishes, followed by a chaotic chase with inflated pig bladders. Originating a century ago, the parade features masks crafted in 1924, and its roots may date back to the Germanic Julfest. 'Achetringele' means 'ring down', symbolizing the banishment of the old year. Traditional juniper brooms are believed to ward off demons. EPA/ANTHONY ANEX

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