from 125 €
Hotel Waldhof
Vitalpina Hotel | Rablà near Meran
from 230 €
Alpenpalace Spa Retreat
Exclusive well-being oasis | St. Johann in Tauferer Ahrntal
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from 122 €
Majestic – Unique Spa Resort
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 90 €
Hotel Saltauserhof
Wellness hotel | St. Martin in Passeier
from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof
Active hotel | Plaus near Meran
from 190 €
WINKLER 5-Star Design Hotel
Design hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 144 €
Hotel Sand
Hiking - biking hotel | Kastelbell-Tschars
from 220 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal
from 110 €
Grand Hotel Bellevue
City hotel | Meran
from 70 €
Alpwellhotel Burggräfler
Wellness hotel | Tisens near Meran

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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Images

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.

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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

Seaberhof - St. Josef am See in Southern South Tyrol
  • Close to Lake Kaltern
  • Double rooms, family rooms & a flat
  • Varied breakfast buffet
  • Terrace & garden with outdoor pool
  • Playground & playroom
from 55 € per day
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Pension Sattlerenglhof - Latsch in Vinschgau

Pension Sattlerenglhof

Latsch in Vinschgau
4.6 Excellent
40 Recommendations
  • Garden with pool
  • Rooms with balcony
  • Breakfast with regional products
  • Convenient location for outdoor activities
  • Cosy, family atmosphere
from 54 € per day
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Boutique Hotel Pachers - Neustift in Eisacktal

Boutique Hotel Pachers

Neustift in Eisacktal
4.7 Excellent
3 Recommendations
  • Panoramic location amidst vineyards
  • Exclusive wellness with Self-Spa
  • Typical South Tyrolean gourmet cuisine
  • Cosy, family atmosphere
  • Elegant, modern rooms
from 154 € per day
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Stöckerhof - Meran in Meran and environs

Stöckerhof

Meran in Meran and environs
5.0 Excellent
7 Recommendations
  • Surrounded by orchards
  • Heated outdoor pool
  • Garden with barbecue facilities
  • Bread service & herb garden
  • Guided farm tours on request
from 86 € per day
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