Carnival
The Carnival of Malmedy is locally called Cwarme. Even if Malmedy is located in the east Belgium, near the German-speaking area, the Cwarme is a pure walloon and Latin carnival. The celebration takes place during 4 days before the Shrove Tuesday. The Cwarme Sunday is the most important and insteresting to see. All the old traditional costumes parade in the street. The Cwarme is a "street carnival" and is not only a parade. People who are disguised pass through the crowd and perform a part of the traditional costume they wear. The famous traditional costumes at the Cwarme of Malmedy are the Haguete, the Longues-Bresses and the Long-Ne.
How many days does Malmedy's festival take place before Shrove Tuesday?
4
The celebration takes place during 4 days before the Shrove Tuesday.
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