Sheep fair and « désalpe » in Jaun
Overview
Intro
This fair takes place every year on the Monday of the Federal Fast (Jeûne fédéral).
For over four centuries, this has marked the return to the plain of the herds. This autumn fair has become a time of special gatherings for the population, the herders (armaillis) and visitors from outside the area.Furthermore, this day ends in the evening with a traditional dance in the various restaurants of the village
| Contact address |
Jaun
1656 Jaun +41 (0)26 929 81 81 tourismus@jaun.ch |
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| Location |
Case postale 1656 Jaun Schweiz |
| Event Homepage | https://fribourg.ch/en/la-gruyere/events/sheep-fair-desalpe-jaun/ |
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Event dates
- 16 September 2024