Schemenlaufen Imster Fasnacht
Since when has Fasnacht existed in Imst? No one can give a reliable answer to this question. The oldest known documents, referring to Fasnacht, date back to 1597 and 1610. It can be assumed however, that the tradition reaches back much further. Was it a Germanic rite? Was it pagan? There are many theories, but little scientific proof. Does it matter? The same thing holds true when you look at the various meanings ascribed to Fasnacht: fertility ritual; a noisy rite to drive off demons; chasing away winter; a last big celebration before lent? All of these explanations are equally valid, but none should be seen as exclusive.
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