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The ritual has arrived in Zurich – photo gallery of Heilung’s show at the Hallenstadion 21.03

Author Benedetta Baldin - 22.3.2025

It’s always an extraordinary feeling when we get to witness a ritual, and even much more so if it is in the incredible Hallenstadion in Zurich, that hosts over 10,000 people. This is why the Chaoszine team travelled to Switzerland to see the mighty Heilung and Sylvaine. You can enjoy our photo report – a huge thank you to Sebastien of Season of Mist for hosting us!

Sylvaine

Photos: Benedetta Baldin.

Heilung

Photos: Benedetta Baldin.

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