Viehscheid in Kleinwalsertal

Viehscheid in Kleinwalsertal

After a busy summer in the Alps, the herdsmen return with their cows to the valley. At the cattle drive square in Riezlern, the decorated animals are ceremonially welcomed - an emotional moment and one of the highlights of the year.

Look forward to:

• exciting insights into alpine agriculture
• a farmers' market with regional products & crafts
• culinary delights from the Walser Buura
• traditional live music with the BergSpatzen and festive tent atmosphere

Expected Schedule:

Alp Bärgunt:

Start in Baad at about 08:00 a.m. – Arrival at the cattle drive square at about 09:30 a.m.

• 180 animals

Alpe Galtöde:

Start at Herzsee at about 10:30 a.m. – Arrival at the cattle drive square at about 11:30 a.m.

• 185 animals

Important Information for General Safety

• Please keep your distance from the herds – for your safety and that of the animals and herdsmen.
• Please stay behind the barriers.
• Please do not touch the animals or startle them.