--- title: "Event" url: "https://www.luzern.com/en/event/dr-samichlais-zaemmaettae" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Welcome to Lucerne > The City > Events > Event Calendar > Event" --- Share Dr Samichlais zÄmmättä ====================== - Customs The lanterns are lit, it’s crackling, it’s clattering, it’s so far away—that wonderful St. Nicholas season How St. Nicholas Found His Little Helper St. Nicholas struggled his way through a snowstorm. It wasn’t until he reached the village that he was horrified to discover the hole through which all the little gifts had tumbled into the snow. How on earth was he supposed to explain this to the disappointed children? The wooden St. Nicholas figures, set up in the Brennwald from the Meinig parking lot to the Schützen-12i hut, will tell you the whole story. The lanterns will be lit again, illuminating the path to the Schützen-12i hut. Daily starting at 5:00 p.m. from Saturday, November 14, 2026, through Friday, December 11, 2026, the Lantern Trail will be illuminated. On three evenings (Nov. 22, Nov. 27, and December 11) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., punch and gingerbread will be served at the Schützen-12i Hut for a convivial get-together and to get everyone in the mood for the St. Nicholas season. St. Nicholas Parade, Sunday, November 29, 2026 Starting at 3:30 p.m., St. Nicholas will arrive in the Hugenwald with his little helpers. The children will help the Schmutzlis tie wreaths and fill little bags. St. Nicholas greets the children, takes time to listen to their requests, and enjoys their little poems. His ponies are ready for a short ride. The Schmutzlis will make coffee, tea, or punch for visitors and serve delicious cake. Grilling sausages over the fire is a popular activity. Around 5:00 p.m., the torch and lantern procession will set off for the Samichlais mailbox at the rectory. A brief stop at the church is also a must to receive the Christian blessing. Afterward, St. Nicholas takes the last letters and drawings from the mailbox, says goodbye, and retreats to the rectory. Finally, he still has some letters from the children to read and sorts them for his house visits over the next few days. Look forward to this experience and don’t forget your lantern! SCHOOL Schülertrychlä On Tuesday, December 1, 2026, it’s that time of year again. According to an old custom, students will go door-to-door from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. along various routes through the neighborhoods as Trychler, Tschiffeler, Samichlais, and Schmutzli. They’ll go from door to door, bringing wishes for a happy and blessed New Year. The students gladly accept donations, which will benefit their respective class funds. Samichlais Parade Friday, December 4, 2026 The Samichlais parade through Emmetten begins promptly at 8:00 p.m. Route: Sagendorf – Egg – Dorfstrasse – municipal parking lot. Celebrate this wonderful tradition with us and marvel at the many handmade lanterns and Yffelen created by kindergarteners, elementary school students, and hobbyists, as well as the skill of the local bell ringers and the various visiting bell-ringing groups. Before and after the parade, treat yourself to culinary delights and live music at the various local restaurants. Note: This text was translated by machine translation software and not by a human translator. It may contain translation errors. Read more Dates ----- Good to know ------------ Contact person Tourismusverein Emmettenc/o Ruädis Märcht, Dorfstrasse 24 6376 Emmetten Nearby ------ View on map - Event - guided tour - Water sports - Customs - Food & Beverage - Restaurant Event location Hinterhostattstrasse 4 6376 Emmetten