Tradition in Upper Austria:

Smoking and schnapps on the Scherzerl

In front of the Prentnergut in Hinterstoder, the Pernkopfs smoke out the farm, asking for protection and a good harvest

(Bild: Wenzel Markus/Markus Wenzel)

Traditions are upheld at the three-generation farm at Prentnergut in Hinterstoder at Christmas. There are many rituals - also to banish headaches.

Elias is currently hiding behind the Christmas tree, but when Grandma Marianne sits down at the kitchen table and unpacks the children's books, the quartet is ready to go in no time at all. Yesterday was a busy day for the children at Prentnergut. Not just because the Christ Child was there. Because the three-generation Pernkopf family always has a lot to do on the organic farm. And traditions are upheld there, especially at Christmas.