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from 122 €
Majestic – Unique Spa Resort
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
from 230 €
Alpenpalace Spa Retreat
Exclusive well-being oasis | St. Johann in Tauferer Ahrntal
from 181 €
MIRABELL DOLOMITES HOTEL
Luxury . Ayurveda & SPA | Olang at Mt. Kronplatz
from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof
Active hotel | Plaus near Meran
from 96 €
Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Sonnenparadies
Wellness hotel | Terenten at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 144 €
Hotel Sand
Hiking - biking hotel | Kastelbell-Tschars
from 70 €
Alpwellhotel Burggräfler
Wellness hotel | Tisens near Meran
from 125 €
Hotel Waldhof
Vitalpina Hotel | Rablà near Meran
from 110 €
Grand Hotel Bellevue
City hotel | Meran
from 220 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal
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Hotel Saltauserhof
Wellness hotel | St. Martin in Passeier

Homecoming of livestock in South Tyrol

In summer, South Tyrol’s sheep, cows and goats live on the idyllic mountain pastures. Here, the air is fresh, the grass is refined with Alpine herbs and the night is full of stars. In autumn, however, they return to the warm stable down in the valley.

The homecoming of livestock in autumn is celebrated all over South Tyrol when summer comes to an end. The best cows are decorated with elaborate wreaths, the healthy calves are crowned with flowers and the sheep are marked with different colours. The animals are welcomed with traditional sounds, farmers’ markets, folk festivals and applause down in the valley and get back to their winter home.

The transhumances in South Tyrol take place between the middle of September and the end of October. For instance, the homecoming of livestock in Terenten, organised during the “Terner Schmelzpfandl” event, the transhumance in Meransen which is one of the biggest in South Tyrol and the transhumance in Schnals near Meran and in Kematen in Ahrntal.

Other appointments for homecomings of livestock in South Tyrol can be found in our event calendar.

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WINKLER Sport & Spa Resort

A 5-star luxury design hotel that impresses with its symbiosis of natural materials and modern architecture.

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from 131 €
Hotel Solvie

An oasis for those seeking peace and quiet, small and refined, which lights up the heart with its variety and sun-spoilt panorama.

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from 100 €
Hotel Tirolerhof

Welcome to Tirolerhof. The perfect place for your active holidays – skiing, cross-country skiing and relaxing. Directly at Mt. Kronplatz in Gsies Valley.

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from 147 €
LANERHOF Active/Spa/Balance

A refuge to arrive and rest, since ever characterised by the warm hospitality of the Winkler family.

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Simmental cows during thecuttle drive
Simmental cows during thecuttle drive

The cows of Simmental breed are among the most beautiful!

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Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia

Once returned to the valley the animals are returned to their rightful owners.

Ferienregion Reschenpass
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia

The return of the cattle is an ancient tradition still alive today and cause for great celebration.

Ferienregion Reschenpass
Cattle drive
Cattle drive

The largest bell get always to the most beautiful cow that will surely be proud to carry it!

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Cattle drive
Cattle drive

From the mountain do not return only cows but also goats, sheep, horses, ponies and donkeys.

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Cattle drive
Cattle drive

Cows come home in shape and ready for winter!

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Cattle drive in South Tyrol
Cattle drive in South Tyrol

Even the calves are festively decorated!

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Return of the cattle
Return of the cattle

The farmers are always very proud of their cows!

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Traditions

Selected accommodations in South Tyrol

Ida - historic town apartments - Sterzing in Eisacktal

Ida - historic town apartments

Sterzing in Eisacktal
5 Excellent

Elegant apartments in the historical city centre of Sterzing, with modern comfort & high-quality furnishings, breakfast box on request, close to culture, nature & pleasures.

from 140 € per day
Engel Appartements - Partschins-Rabland in Meran and environs

Engel Appartements

Partschins-Rabland in Meran and environs
4.9 Excellent

Holidays with privacy in the environs of Meran, historical building with modern furnishings, private sauna, magnificent view & countless activities in the surrounding area.

from 125 € per day
Berghotel Ratschings - Ratschings in Eisacktal

Berghotel Ratschings

Ratschings in Eisacktal
4.7 Excellent

Directly at Ratschings-Jaufen skiing area. In summer, in the heart of the hiking area – our guided will show you the South Tyrolean mountain world!

from 119 € per day
Ferienwohnungen RUNGGNERHOF Apartments - Tramin an der Weinstraße in Southern South Tyrol

Ferienwohnungen RUNGGNERHOF Apartments

Tramin an der Weinstraße in Southern South Tyrol
5 Excellent

Fruit and wine farm with modern and perfectly equipped apartments, farmer’s breakfast or bread service as well as garden with infinity pool and children’s playground.

from 80 € per day
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