Plaffeien - Schwarzsee Alpine procession
Overview
Intro
A magical Alpine procession in Plaffeien: thousands of festively decorated animals, a lively village with a market and entertainment as well as the unique atmosphere of a festival steeped in tradition.
The Alpabzug in Plaffeien is a colorful spectacle that attracts over 10,000 visitors every September. More than 1000 festively decorated animals parade through the village, while around 20 shepherd families are celebrated for their hard work over the summer. The Alpabzug, which is taking place for the 18th time this year, has revived an old tradition and has become one of the most important alpine festivals in the region.
Preparations for the Alpabzug start early, as cleaning and decorating the animals is a time-consuming task. The joy is all the greater when the colorfully decorated herds are greeted by an applauding audience. The cattle drive marks the end of the four-month summering period in the mountains, when the herds return to the lowlands.
In addition to the procession, there is a market in Plaffeien with regional products, a festival restaurant and a variety of entertainment. The Alpabzug is not only a feast for the senses, but also an important cultural event that expresses people's attachment to their traditions and nature. Every year, the event attracts both locals and tourists and is a living example of Swiss Alpine culture.
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| Contact address |
Schwarzsee Tourismus / Infozentrum
Schwarzseestrasse 212 1716 Schwarzsee +41 26 412 13 13 info@schwarzsee-tourismus.ch |
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| Location |
Schwarzsee Tourismus / Infozentrum Schwarzseestrasse 212 1716 Schwarzsee Schweiz |
| Event Homepage | http://www.schwarzsee.ch |
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Event dates
- 27 September 2025