What Happens When Cows Take Over the Street?

A Swiss Alps cow parade, known as Alpabzug or Désalpe, is a traditional autumn event where cows are brought down from high mountain pastures to the valleys. Farmers decorate the cows with flower crowns and large bells to signify the end of the summer grazing season. These colorful processions are celebrated with traditional music, markets, and local food, marking a significant cultural tradition in Switzerland.
You can watch this video to see a cow parade in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland:
What it is:
Alpabzug (German) / Désalpe (French): This is the term for the return of cows from the high Alpine pastures in the autumn.
Cultural Significance: It's a cherished tradition celebrating the connection between Swiss people, their land, and their livestock, symbolizing the prosperity of a village.
The Procession:
Preparation: Farmers clean the cows and decorate them with elaborate flower headdresses, ribbons, and large, festive bells.
The "Parade": Farmers and herdsmen in traditional Swiss clothing lead the decorated cows down the mountainsides.
Celebration: The descent is met with lively music, traditional crafts, and markets selling local products like cheese and cured meats.
When and Where:
Timing: The parade typically occurs in September or October, but the exact dates vary each year and by region.
Key Locations: Famous celebrations take place in regions like Appenzell, Berner Oberland (e.g., Engstligenalp), and Charmey.
Tips for Visitors:
Plan Ahead: Contact the local tourism office in the region you plan to visit for specific dates and times, as they change annually.
Arrive Early: Roads can become crowded, so get to your chosen viewing spot early to secure a good spot.

CowParade is an international public art exhibit that has featured in major world cities. Fiberglass sculptures of cows are decorated by local artists, and distributed over the city centre, in public places such as train stations, important avenues, and parks.
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