Munich Market Women’s Dance Returns After Fatal Car Attack
Munich, February 17 – The traditional Market Women’s Dance at Munich’s Viktualienmarkt is set to take place today, a year after the event was tragically cancelled due to a fatal car attack. Mayor Dieter Reiter (SPD) will officially open the Fasching spectacle at 10:00 AM, with the Market Women, adorned in fantastically colourful costumes, scheduled to perform their dance at 11:00 AM.
Before the Market Women’s Dance, the Prince and Princess and the Prince’s Guard of Munich’s Fasching society Narrhalla will make an appearance. The Market Women, who are vendors from fruit, vegetable, cheese, and snack stalls, continue a tradition that dates back to the early 19th century.
Enhanced Security Measures Implemented
The city of Munich has informed visitors to refrain from bringing bottles and glasses to the event. For security reasons, beer tables, camping chairs, handcarts, large quantities of beverages, as well as weapons and knives, are also prohibited.
Last year, a car drove into a crowd, resulting in the deaths of a woman and a child. Following this tragic incident, the city cancelled numerous events, including the traditional Market Women’s Dance.
Highlight of Munich’s Fasching Season
This event marks a significant highlight of Munich’s Fasching season. In recent days, numerous carnival sessions and parades have taken place across Bavaria. In Sudelfeld near Bayrischzell, skiers are participating in the ‘Nostalschi’ retro ski race, donning historical clothing and using old wooden skis.
The Fasching season concludes with Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent for Christians.
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