Summer holiday in the Tyrolean mountains
Alpabtrieb in Paznaun: Tyrol's cows on their way back home to the valley
Downhill cattle drive in Tyrol
The Alpabtrieb in Tyrol is a particularly entertaining spectacle that you won't want to miss during your late summer holiday in the Tyrolean Alps.
When autumn comes knocking, it's time for the cows to leave their summer residence on the high alpine pastures and come back to the valley. Colourfully decorated with flowers and wreaths, the cow herds start their descent back into their cosy winter stalls.
Alpabtrieb – a traditional “cattle” highlight for your summer holiday in Tyrol
Cows, sheep, goats and horses have spent the summer with dairymen and shepherds on the high alpine pastures. As thanks for a good summer season the colourful festival of Alpabtrieb is celebrated. Decorative wreaths wrought of flowers, twigs and ribbons are draped on the animals. At the head of the herd is the “wreath cow”. She's decorated with the largest and most intricate headgear. All the other cows follow her and the calves follow at the back. The farewell to the Alp is usually celebrated until the early morning with music and Tyrolean specialities. Craft and farmers' markets surround the festival.
Summer holidays in Tyrol
Alpabtrieb Tyrol: cows on the catwalk during your summer holiday in Tyrol
Celebrate the Alpabtrieb with the local farmers and other guests. An Alpabtrieb is a colourful and exciting event for any spectator. Take the unique chance to experience a Tyrolean tradition that's hundreds of years old, close up, during your summer holiday in Tyrol. The Tyrolean hosts will permit insights into their lifestyle and show craftsmanship passed down through the generations.
Be a part of it when hundreds of hooves start the trip home near the end of September. Secure your holiday home for the Tyrolean Alpabtrieb. Here is the no obligation booking request.