The Drachenstich, originally part of a Corpus Christi procession, was first mentioned in 1590. As one of the oldest folk plays in the German language, each year actors re-enact the legend of Saint George slaying the dragon.
The Drachenstich, an old folk play rooted in Corpus Christi processions, was first documented in 1590.  Each year, actors re-enact the story of Saint George defeating a dragon.