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Sat, 06/13/2026

09:00 PM o'clock

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Culture & tradition

Sacred Heart bonfires

Heart of Jesus Mountain Fire – a historic ritual since 1796, living Tyrolean tradition.
A illuminated heart with a cross in the mountains at dusk. The lights shine in the dark surroundings.

Sat, 06/13/2026

09:00 PM o'clock

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TVB Wilder Kaiser - Tourismus Info Ellmau

Dorf 35

6352 Ellmau

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What is impressive today, first and foremost a beautiful spectacle, was originally a symbol of resistance. In the year 1796 French troops under Napoleon I. threatened the province of Tyrol, the Estates petitioned the divine assistance of the "Sacred Heart" against the invaders. As a sign of the Alliance of Tyrol and the common struggle for the beginning of time they kindled the religious motives of the ridge, and vowed to celebrate the annual feast of the Sacred Heart. Until today they keep their promise.

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