January 29, 2025|
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|10 months agoBasel's Historic Vogel Gryff Festival Marks Centuries-Old Tradition
Annual celebration features traditional characters dancing on Middle Bridge, maintaining 14th-century cultural heritage.
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- Vogel Gryff festival originates from the 14th century with the creation of Kleinbasel guilds
- The festival features three characters: Wilde Maa, Vogel Gryff, and Leu
- The three guilds are known as 'Drei E' in Basel and have 450 members
- Women have been eligible to apply for membership since 2021
By The Numbers
450
Current guild members
0
Women admitted to guilds since 2021
They Said
"The Vogel Gryff festival has nothing to do with carnival"
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Introduction
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Historical Origins
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Festival Characters and Traditions
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