Return of the cattle

The transhumance, also known as "Almabtrieb" in Val Pusteria, is a traditional event celebrated every year in autumn. On this occasion, the livestock who spends his summers on the alpine pastures of the Val Pusteria, returns back to the stables in the valley. In mid-September the animals are decorated with bells, wreaths and flowers and brought back to the valley by their farmers in a long parade. Of course there are also food stalls selling delicious local food prepared by local farmers.

The animals receive a hearty welcome with exhibitions by local music and traditional groups like the "Goaslschnöller" and the "Schuhplattler".

Some transhumances celebrated in Val Pusteria are well-known also outside the valley. Festivals like the "Kiekemma" in Riva di Tures in the Valle Aurina or the transhumances of Maranza, Rodengo, Sesto in Alta Pusteria, Defereggental and Hochfügen in Zillertal should not be missed.