Popular customs and festivals in Switzerland
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Ernen (Valais)
In Ernen the future is happening - the art of chamber music is preserved for the future in a very congenial manner.
Evolène (Valais)
Every year (as far back as anyone can remember) several young people "open" the carnival on the 6th January, the "Fête des Rois" ("Feast of the Kings").
Goms (Valais)
The procession of cattle being driven down from Alpe Grimsel alongside the young Rhone to Obergesteln is an experience in a class of its own. For once the speed on the road is determined by cows and all along the way spectators look on from the side of the road.
Grimentz (Valais)
On the 3rd Sunday in June the cattle climb up to higher mountain pastures, known as Avoin. The "Inalpe" festival is always a day of celebration.
Nendaz (Valais)
Riederalp (Valais)
The traditional dividing up of sheep on their return from the mountains has taken place in mid-September of every year for decades. After a summer spent by the Aletsch Glacier sheep in their thousands are driven down from the mountains in a festive procession.
Törbel (Valais)
The Moosalp is the stage for an Alpine farmers' festival, which brings together local farmers and guests to celebrate and to watch a colorful folklore parade.
Visp (Valais)
Visp / Visperterminen (Valais)
A culinary wine-tour through Europe's highest vineyards, including a six course menu.
Lötschental (Valais)
Starting as early as Candlemas (February 2) one may encounter the Roitschäggätä in the Lötschental. These are wild figures clad in fur and hiding behind impressive wooden masks.
