Ziachschlitternfahrn is the unpronouncable Maria Alm equivalent of a steam rally (Simon's kind of scene). Vintage sledges of such variety of style and purpose are annually dusted off, proudly displayed, very nearly completely trashed when raced at break-neck speeds down the Jufen rodelbahn, and judged for their authenticity, condition and load. Great care is taken over every detail; a 'going to church on a Sunday' sledge must carry the whole family all appropriately dressed with a suitable snack in the hamper, a 'kebab van' sledge carries everything from the kitchen, including the kitchen sink, and plenty of steaming sauerkraut, an 'ambulance' sledge has a double bed, furs, blankets and knives (presumably for emergency amputations), the carpenters sledge has a complete compliment of tools all lovingly sharpened and oiled. The event takes the usual formula - drink beer, play music, eat food, do something very dangerous.
